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Canadian Nobel Prize-winning Physicist Encouraged By Ottawa's Scientific Mandate

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 14 Mar, 2016 11:54 AM

HALIFAX — A Canadian scientist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in physics says he's encouraged by how the federal Liberal government is embracing science and innovation.

Arthur McDonald says he has met with Science Minister Kirsty Duncan and he's pleased with Ottawa's commitment to evidence-based public policy.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has pledged to restore the government's relationship with the scientific community, which was strained under Conservative predecessor Stephen Harper.

McDonald was the 2015 Nobel Prize co-winner in physics for his work on tiny particles known as neutrinos.

The Nova Scotia native is in Halifax today where he will deliver a public lecture at his alma mater, Dalhousie University.

He also says while Canada has done very well in basic and applied science, the country needs to translate that success into Canadian companies doing more research and development on home soil.

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