Public Knowledge Canada: A Knowledge Mobilization Company

Welcome

Public Knowledge Canada helps researchers and research institutions build public recognition and influence for their work while generating, identifying and securing funding opportunities. It helps government, voluntary sector and business organizations access, interpret and use leading-edge research in a timely manner, contribute to the construction of specialized knowledge and create public awareness for their initiatives.

Our Value

The company adds value by applying an approach to knowledge mobilization based on the most recent research into the ways specialized knowledge is created, communicated and used – or mobilized – in society. Specifically, it works to build both conceptual and strategic impacts.¹ Conceptual impact occurs when research knowledge sparks new ideas and redefines issues in ways that open the policy horizon for decision-makers. It is almost twice as common as strategic impacts that occur when knowledge of a particular study leads to a specific decision.²

By working to build both conceptual and strategic knowledge, Public Knowledge Canada benefits decision makers and researchers by increasing the efficiency, effectiveness and influence of their work while building public knowledge for all Canadians.

Garth Williams, Ph.D.
Principal

[1] This typology is taken from J. M. Beyer, (1997) “Knowledge utilization: Bridging the gap between communities” Journal of Management Enquiry, vol. 6, no. 1. p. 17-22.

[2] Nabil Amara, Mathieu Ouimet and Réjean Landry (2004) “New Evidence on Instrumental, Conceptual, and Symbolic Utilization of University Research in Government Agencies” Science Communication vol. 26, no. 1: 75-106. p. 90.