Canadian Tri-Agencies- NSERC, SSHRC & CIHR

Tri-Agency Open Access Policy on Publications, In keeping with the global movement towards open access, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC), and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), (“the Agencies”), have developed a harmonized policy on open access, applicable to research results. The unified approach of the Tri-Agency Open Access Policy on Publications was modeled on CIHR’s Open Access Policy. The objective of the policy is to ensure that results arising from Agency-supported research are freely accessible online within 12 months of publication.

Consortium Publisher Canada: Understanding the Tri-Agency Open Access Policy on Publications

Empowering Canadian Research through Open Access
At Consortium Publisher Canada, we are committed to advancing research accessibility and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing. We support the principles of the Tri-Agency Open Access Policy on Publications, ensuring that publicly funded research is accessible to all.

What is the Tri-Agency Open Access Policy?
The Tri-Agency Open Access Policy on Publications is a collaborative initiative by Canada’s three major federal research funding agencies:

·         Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)

·         Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)

·         Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC)

This policy mandates that peer-reviewed journal publications arising from agency-supported research be made freely accessible online within 12 months of publication.

Why Open Access Matters
Open Access enhances the visibility, reach, and impact of research. By making scholarly publications freely available, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and the public can benefit from the latest findings without financial barriers. This aligns with our vision at Consortium Publisher Canada to democratize knowledge and contribute to societal progress.

How to Comply with the Policy
Researchers can comply with the Tri-Agency Open Access Policy through:

1.      Depositing in a Repository: Submitting the final peer-reviewed manuscript to an institutional or disciplinary repository within 12 months of publication.

2.      Publishing in Open Access Journals: Choosing to publish in journals that offer immediate open access to articles.

Our Commitment to Open Access
Consortium Publisher Canada supports Canadian researchers by:

·         Providing guidance on selecting reputable Open Access journals.

·         Assisting with repository deposits to ensure compliance.

·         Promoting high ethical standards and best practices in scholarly publishing.

Contact Us
For more information on the Tri-Agency Open Access Policy and how Consortium Publisher Canada can support your research dissemination, Contact Us today at office@consortiumpublisher.ca