In this agricultural and agri-food world in full transition, the CISA uses an innovative intervention approach to stimulate the emergence of concrete actions in the field.
A social innovation is a new idea, approach or intervention, a new service, product, law or organization that responds more adequately and sustainably than existing solutions to a well-defined social need. A social innovation finds a buyer within an institution, organization or community, produces a measurable benefit for the community and has a transformative and systemic impact (Réseau québécois en innovation sociale).
In addition to being a result, a social innovation is also a process. As part of its mission, the CISA accompanies the actors in the field in the different stages of maturation of the innovation.
To support innovation, CISA adopts a research-action approach that involves the various actors in the field in the co-creation of solutions to the problems experienced.
Based on rigorous data and on the transfer of best practices observed in Quebec and elsewhere in the world, the CISA approach facilitates the emergence and experimentation of solutions adapted to the organizations, territories and communities that he accompanies.
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Food, which is central to our lives, presents many challenges. Production methods, agricultural practices, management of materials and resources, health and well-being of producers, and communities and territories have an impact on our daily lives and our future.
Through applied research, training, transfer of knowledge, technical assistance, and civic education, CISA contributes to agricultural and agri-food development through various themes:
CISA services include:
As a research centre, CISA can help you obtain financial assistance to complete your project.
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