ABOUT ORIC

Premier Dalton McGuinty appointed an Ontario Research and Innovation Council to advise the government on the best way for building a more creative, innovative and prosperous Ontario.

Premier McGuinty appointed Dr. Adam Chowaniec, an Ontario-based leader in business excellence and innovation, as the chair of the council. Including Dr. Chowaniec, the council is made up of 13 experts from the business, academia, research and innovation communities.

The council will look at how and where innovation happens in the province. It will advise the government on a strategy that keeps Ontario’s economy strong by capitalizing on our ability to transform creative, cutting-edge ideas into long-lasting economic advantages. As part of its mandate, the council will:

• Define what drives innovation
• Identify barriers to innovation
• Recommend strategies and actions that bring together partners — across government, universities colleges, hospitals, research institutions and the private sector — to develop Ontario's innovation agenda.

The McGuinty government recognizes innovation is a key requirement for enhancing the growth of Ontario companies and creating new ones. The council will play a vital role in developing a long-term strategy that drives prosperity in Ontario. The result will be high-quality, well-paying jobs for Ontario families.

Please check this website regularly to learn more about the ORIC’s work and to provide the council with your ideas or suggestions regarding innovation in Ontario.