Post-secondary research in B.C.

Post-secondary institutions advance research and innovation in the province. Progress in research can lead to breakthroughs that support economic growth. Institutions and industry work together to support research in:

• Climate change
• Energy solutions
• Health sciences
• Sustainable forestry 
• Quantum computing 

Collaboration and partnerships 

Collaboration and partnerships improve the quality of research and help solve real-world problems.

Researchers work with:

• Businesses and industry
• Community organizations
• Government agencies
• Health system
• Indigenous Peoples

Research offices at post-secondary institutions

• British Columbia Institute of Technology 
• Emily Carr University of Art and Design
• Kwantlen Polytechnic University
• Royal Roads University
• Simon Fraser University
• Thompson Rivers University
• University of British Columbia
• University of Northern British Columbia
• University of the Fraser Valley
• University of Victoria
• Vancouver Island University

University-industry liaison office (UILO)

UILO’s make sure research funding is well used. They help create partnerships, provide resources for start-ups, and encourage bringing research to the market.

• Simon Fraser University UILO
• University of British Columbia UILO
• University of Northern British Columbia Partnerships Office
• University of Victoria Research Partnerships and Knowledge Mobilization unit