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Ontario: ours to (research and) discover

Five fruitful collaborations that are making a difference to communities and industries in Canada’s most populous province
By
Josh Martin
Institution(s)
Nipissing University
University of Toronto
Lakehead University
University of Windsor
University of Guelph
Province(s)
Ontario
Topic(s)
Environment
Chemical engineering
Rehabilitation
Animal biology
Plant and Tree Biology
Stylized map of Ontario

Researchers in every province work alongside industries and communities to address some of their most immediate challenges, including helping to transform major industries to meet changing consumer demands. Ontario is no exception, and the results are directly felt by Ontarians.

 

Scouring the scum to save a lake worth millions
Growing Ontario’s billion-dollar greenhouse industry
Transforming Northern Ontario’s forest product sector
How improving accessibility can boost the bottom line
Refurbishing the hen house

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