# Canada recruitment of US researchers and climate policy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/canada-recruitment-of-us-researchers-and-climate-policy
> Updated: 2026-09-09T05:11:08.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The Canadian government has initiated new climate and economic strategies, including the establishment of a functional carbon market and targets for electric vehicle adoption. Alongside these environmental policies, Canada is actively recruiting researchers from the United States to address gaps caused by shifts in American funding policies.

This recruitment effort has evolved into a significant program, with Canada launching a CAN$1.7 billion 12-year initiative to attract global experts. Researchers, particularly in fields such as climate science, statistics, and vaccine research, are relocating to Canadian institutions citing concerns over academic freedom and grant withdrawals in the U.S. Industry Minister Melanie Joly stated that while other nations may be cutting research, Canada is “doubling down on science and we’re doubling down on research.”

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Canada launches recruitment drive for US scientists

Canada is launching a CAN$1.7 billion recruitment program to attract US scientists fleeing funding restrictions and perceived declines in academic freedom in the United States.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canada-launches-recruitment-drive-for-us-scientists

### 2026-09-08: Canada implements new climate plans and academic recruitment

Prime Minister Mark Carney is advancing Canadian climate goals, including EV adoption targets, while Canada recruits U.S. researchers following changes to American post-secondary funding.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canada-implements-new-climate-plans-and-academic-recruitment

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