Innovation depends on the ability to share and build on ideas, yet too much scientific knowledge remains siloed. In this op-ed for the Canadian Science Policy Centre, Conscience’s Richard Gold and Estrid Jakobsen argue that open science should be a central pillar of Canada’s innovation strategy, particularly in an era shaped by AI, health challenges, and global uncertainty. The piece outlines how Canada’s existing leadership in open science can be strengthened through targeted policies and incentives that translate openness into economic and societal impact.
