Research Support

Advanced Education and Technology is committed to supporting research capacity at Alberta's public post-secondary institutions, enabling each institution to engage in research activities that align with its mandate and classification in Alberta's six sector model.

Research Capacity Planning 

The department's research capacity support for post-secondary institutions

  • provides world-class research facilities and infrastructure support
  • attracts internationally competitive researchers
  • allows institutions to leverage federal funding (e.g., the Canada Foundation for Innovation)
  • coordinates key targeted investments in strategic research initiatives and research capacity platforms

Learn more about Research Capacity Planning.

Alberta Innovates 

Under the banner of Alberta Innovates, the Alberta government has created new organizations that are building on Alberta's strengths in the health, energy and environment, technology, and bio sectors.

Learn more about Alberta Innovates, and see how the Alberta Innovates Connector Service is giving businesses, entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and business service providers a helping hand to guide them through Alberta's research and innovation network.

Other Research Support

In addition to provincial research support, Alberta's post-secondary institutions are supported by federal funding programs, industry, non-profit organizations, endowments, and international jurisdictions. This is a testament to the competitiveness of research capabilities in the province. For more details, see