Study Says DEI Has Lowered Canadian Research Quality, Based on Output and Citation Analysis
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI/EDI) policies in Canada’s federal research system have weakened academic research and reduced overall academic performance at Canadian universities, according to a new report by the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. The report, released Sept. 1, bases its conclusions on an analysis of Canada Research Chair (CRC) holders from 2016 to 2025, comparing their […]
A report by the Macdonald-Laurier Institute suggests that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies in Canada’s federal research system have weakened academic research and reduced overall academic performance. The study analyzed Canada Research Chair (CRC) holders from 2016 to 2025, comparing research output and citation rates. Authors argue that an increased focus on DEI targets in awarding CRCs has led to an “equity-excellence trade-off.”
- DEI/EDI policies in Canada’s federal research system have weakened academic research and reduced overall academic performance.
- A report by the Macdonald-Laurier Institute released on September 1st is the source of these conclusions.
- The report analyzed Canada Research Chair (CRC) holders from 2016 to 2025, comparing research output and citation rates.
- The authors suggest an “equity-excellence trade-off” due to increased emphasis on DEI targets in awarding CRCs.
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