With the rapid digitalization of science and the rise of artificial intelligence, data has become one of Canada’s most valuable assets. Effective governance is essential to maximize its benefits to the research and innovation ecosystem. The Office of the Chief Science Advisor is guiding and aligning work to strengthen scientific data governance to inform government data policy decisions.
Reports
Chief Science Advisor Report: Towards a National Scientific Data Governance Framework
This report from the Chief Science Advisor sets out a plan to strengthen how scientific data in Canada is managed, shared, and protected. Its recommendations draw on the deliberations of the Advisory Committee on Canadian Scientific Data Governance, reflecting both the Canadian context and international best practices.
Advisory Committee on Canadian Scientific Data Governance
In late 2023, the Chief Science Advisor of Canada convened an expert committee to advise on a national framework for scientific data governance as part of Canada’s open science approach.
To maximize the benefits of open science greater attention needs to put on scientific data with special focus on implementing FAIR data principles—Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable.
A coherent scientific data ecosystem is essential for global collaboration and access to international funding, such as Horizon Europe. Without progress, Canada risks falling behind in open science and competitiveness.