Mitacs

We build connections. Fund research. Foster innovation.

Mitacs works at the nexus of academia, government, and the public and private sectors, to help solve organizational challenges and expand Canada’s innovation capacity. We build cooperative partnerships that link expertise in post-secondary institutions to needs in industry and society. From aerospace systems to childhood literacy rates, Mitacs-funded research helps to strengthen local and international collaborations, improve economic performance, and create jobs.

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We help organizations identify challenges and opportunities, formulate innovation roadmaps and research projects, and then connect to the right source of academic expertise and know-how from Canada and around the world—all within our existing networks. Our success is built on attracting and deploying highly qualified talent that can help businesses and not-for-profit organizations cost effectively achieve their goals.

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Making your budget go further is just one of the benefits of working with Mitacs. Not only do we find your ideal talent, we also contribute up to 50% to your innovation project. From college students to undergrads to graduates and postdoctoral fellows, you get to collaborate with the brightest minds, all while maximizing your budget and breaking ground in your sector.

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