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Canada Invests $1 Billion to Attract Skilled Researchers

12/10/2025

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Canada will invest $1 billion over the next few years to attract skilled researchers, including creating an accelerated pathway for U.S. H1-B visa holders.
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly emphasized that Canada is committed to enhancing academic freedoms and research capabilities.
The funding will establish 100 new research chairs to reverse brain drain and foster a brain gain.

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Story summary

Canada will invest $1 billion over the next few years to attract skilled researchers, including creating an accelerated pathway for U.S. H1-B visa holders.
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly emphasized that Canada is committed to enhancing academic freedoms and research capabilities.
The funding will establish 100 new research chairs to reverse brain drain and foster a brain gain.