NRCan and McMaster sign lab transfer MOU

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and McMaster Univ have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that clarifies and outlines the critical components of the relocation of the CANMET Materials Technology Laboratory from Ottawa to Hamilton. The transfer of the laboratory to the McMaster Innovation Park was funded in the latest federal Budget, following through on a commitment made by the previous Liberal administration (R$, March 26/07). The MOU provides timelines for the transfer, beginning with the selection of a building design company this fall and culminating with the move of staff and equipment by Fall 2010. Access to the facility will be governed by a future agreement, opening up the facility to academic institutions and research organizations across Canada….