How does IDRCs work benefit Canadians?
Although IDRC focuses on addressing, through research, the development problems facing countries in the South, the Centre’s work also benefits Canadians. A number of the Centre’s activities are carried out jointly with Canadian and developing-country researchers, with Canadian institutions frequently being called on to contribute as partners. In this way, IDRC creates links between academic, nongovernmental, and private-sector communities in Canada and abroad, providing unique opportunities for joint ventures, partnerships and the exchange of knowledge. Moreover, through the transfer of Canadian technology such as radar technology to the South, Canadians gain commercial benefits and the potential for new business opportunities and partnerships. In our increasingly interdependent world, helping other countries also serves the best interests of Canadians. A wide range of issues such as disease, environmental degradation, and underdevelopment transcends borders. Improving environm
