M-14.1 - Act respecting the Ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation

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22.2. The chief scientist advises the Minister on the development of research and science and on scientific diplomacy on the local, regional, national and international levels. The chief scientist also advises the other members of the Conseil exécutif on any scientific matter that could inform public policies, and gives scientific opinions. The chief scientist exercises those functions in accordance with the mandate given to him or her by the Minister.
The chief scientist promotes bringing science and society closer together as well as maintaining ethics and responsible conduct in research. The chief scientist works to ensure Québec’s position and influence elsewhere in Canada and abroad.
2024, c. 16, s. 2.