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Province Investing in Cutting-edge Methane Emissions Reduction Research

The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $400,000, as part of its Methane Action Plan (MAP), to support field-testing research on innovative methane emission reduction technologies. Oil and gas...

Who are Canada’s Research and Technology Organizations?

Canada’s principal innovation enablers are its Research and Technology Organizations (RTOs). What? Canada has RTOs? You bet. So who are they?

How Can We Help Advance Business Innovation in Canada?

Canada has an opportunity to become a business innovation leader by supporting and better connecting its existing innovation ecosystem.

A Decade of Data: Climate Station at the Conservation Learning Centre Turns Ten

SRC's Climate Reference Station at the Conservation Learning Centre became fully operational in 2012. Find out how the station was started and why the Centre has been the ideal home for over a decade.

Saskatchewan Has the Potential to Lead in Helium Liquefaction

A new report by SRC looking at the feasibility of developing a commercial-scale helium liquefier in Saskatchewan has found that it could open broader helium markets, create jobs, and provide a positive financial return for owners.

7 Ways to Reduce Your Energy

Energy is an intrinsic part of our daily lives, and it has become so common to simply make toast or coffee in the morning that we often forget how valuable energy is. For National Cut your Energy Costs Day on January 10, 2017, we are sharing seven ways to reduce your energy costs.

New Initiative Aims to Grow Saskatchewan Helium Sector

This news release was originally published on the Government of Saskatchewan website. Helium Liquefaction Hub Study Will Accelerate Provincial Development of Helium Export Infrastructure The...

Minister Vandal Announces Investment in Processing of Rare Earth Elements in Saskatchewan

The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan, announced funding of $6 million to support the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) at their Rare Earth Processing Facility.

Going Green at Gunnar Mine and Mill Site

Remediation efforts at the former Gunnar Mine and Mill Site reached a new milestone last spring—with the first stage of revegetation coming to fruition. Learn how this long-abandoned uranium mine and mill has undergone a large environmental transformation over the past decade.

Saskatchewan Announces Support for New Gas Measurement and Monitoring Technology

Released on March 15, 2021 - View on the Government of Saskatchewan website Important Investment in Public Science Today, the Government of Saskatchewan announced $500,000 to support innovative...

Canada Invests in Innovative Technology for the Canadian Mining Industry

Canada’s mining and minerals industry is important to communities across the country. Developing Canada's natural resources in more sustainable and responsible ways drives our economy, reduces our...

Gunnar Mine and Mill Site

The former Gunnar Mine site is located on the north shore of Lake Athabasca, approximately 25 kilometres southwest of Uranium City.

Sask is Going Blue: Hydrogen Hub will Promote Further Investment in the Province

This news release originally appeared on the Government of Saskatchewan website. The Government of Saskatchewan is ramping up development work on a potential hydrogen hub in the Regina-Moose Jaw...

NRCan Funding Advances Technology at SRC's First-of-Its-Kind Rare Earth Processing Facility

As the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) approaches its target of commissioning North America's first, vertically integrated Rare Earth Processing Facility by the end of 2024, a $4,990,000 million investment from Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) will help secure Canada's supply of rare earth elements (REEs) essential for the development of global modern technology.

Case Study: Complex remediation work starts with project management

SRC's Community of Practice was a vital resource during the Lorado Remediation Project, providing resources and expertise to the project team. Find out the two important roles project management and cross-divisional support played in the successful remediation of the Lorado Mill Site.

Four Reasons to Start an Employee Volunteer Program

Employee volunteer programs (EVP) are an important way for businesses to create opportunities for its employees to participate in community initiatives. Learn why SRC provides paid time for employees to volunteer.

Oil and Gas Industry Tackles Responsible Water Usage

Water is said to be one of the major environmental impacts of oil and gas production. While industry has long been conscious of water treatment, both above and below ground, there are some significant challenges facing them regarding sourcing and using water.