Research and innovation
The University of Ottawa ranks among Canada’s top 10 research universities. Our research is founded on excellence, relevance and impact and is conducted in a spirit of equity, diversity and inclusion.
Driving research into the future
94
Canada Research Chairs
1
Canada Excellence Research Chair
$432M
Research revenue
Advancing society through research-driven policy
The Office of Public Policy Research and Outreach connects uOttawa researchers with government leaders to develop evidence-based solutions for today’s complex challenges. By shaping public policy, the office is creating a better future for communities in Canada and around the world.
Learn more about the Office of Public Policy Research and Outreach
Headlines and events
Featured
Featured
University of Ottawa continues rise among top research universities in Canada
uOttawa has moved up the list of Canada's top 50 research universities, securing 7th place in 2024, up from 8th last year.
Canada Research Chairs
Canada Research Chairs
15 Canada Research Chairs to boost innovation at uOttawa
The University of Ottawa is furthering research excellence through 15 new and renewed CRCs addressing a broad range of global challenges.
Francophone community
Francophone community
New chair to support Ontario’s francophone nurses and workforce
Professor Michelle Lalonde's five-year chair will support Francophone nursing in Ontario and address workforce challenges.
Impact and discoveries
At uOttawa, we are committed to fostering equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI).
Find out more about EDI in research.Valuable research platforms
Our research centres and institutes are platforms for collaboration and exchange of ideas among researchers. Our core facilities provide services analysis, instrument and technology access, and expertise researchers require.
Explore our research services
The OVPRI offers a variety of services to help our researchers thrive, from research security and management to funding guidance, lab resources, and partnership and commercialization support.
Learn more about the services we offer
Broaden your research horizons
IREX
The International Research and Experiential Learning (IREX) unit offers opportunities and funding for international research and collaborations.
Kanata North
The uOttawa Kanata North campus fosters lasting partnerships in Canada’s largest tech park, supporting research, innovation, and talent access.
Innovation Support Services
ISS assists researchers in turning their ideas and discoveries into impactful societal advancements through partnerships with industry and experiential learning.
Entrepreneurship Hub
The eHub offers programming for researchers and students to help them develop their entrepreneurial skills.
Connect with us
Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation
Tabaret Hall
550 Cumberland St
Room 246
Ottawa, ON, Canada
K1N 6N5
Tel.: 613-562-5270
[email protected]
