Home Breadcrumb caret Industry News Breadcrumb caret Industry Breadcrumb caret Practice Breadcrumb caret Technology NRC bridges technology gap for Canadian businesses The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) has transformed into an industry-focused research and technology organization. By Staff | May 7, 2013 | Last updated on May 7, 2013 1 min read The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) has transformed into an industry-focused research and technology organization. The refocused NRC will work with Canadian businesses to bridge technology gaps, helping build a more innovative economy. Read: New technology generates privacy fears It will do this by investing in large-scale research projects that are directed by and for Canadian businesses. NRC will also develop international networks to ensure timely access to primary research, scientific infrastructure, technical expertise and people. Read: Technology is your friend — use it “The government’s top priority is jobs, growth and long-term prosperity for all Canadians,” says Claude Carignan, deputy leader of the Government at the Senate. “By refocusing the NRC into a research and technology organization, our government is ensuring that Canadian firms have the instruments and tools they need to become even more successful on the global stage.” Staff The staff of Advisor.ca have been covering news for financial advisors since 1998. Save Stroke 1 Print Group 8 Share LI logo