This Strategic Plan and accompanying Implementation Plan for 2017 to 2022 outlines how SNOLAB will work closely and collaboratively with the research community to build on the scientific, technical and operational accomplishments achieved to date, and further realize these goals. It builds directly on guidance, feedback and recommendations from a Strategic Planning Committee established by SNOLAB, comprising members of its community.

Our research community drives our actions, decisions and priorities.

Over the next five years, SNOLAB will:

• Remain at the forefront of sub-atomic and astroparticle physics by delivering world-class science and demonstrating scientific leadership;
• Develop, attract and retain exciting experiments from around the world;
• Play a pivotal role in bringing the Canadian particle astrophysics research community together to define its vision for the future;
• Maintain a strong focus on the delivery of science, and directly contribute to the continued progress of current and future experiments;
• Facilitate increased collaboration with fellow Canadian science leaders;
• Establish new global partnerships that promote Canada’s reputation in world-class physics research to the world;
• Catalyze new discoveries that translate into scientific knowledge, future applications and associated benefits in industry sectors such as mining, geology, biology and medicine; and
• Enable economic impact that helps to create a high quality of life for generations to come.

Strategic Plan

This plan lays out the vision and goals for the next five years and links to the more detailed implementation plan that describes how we will reach these targets.

Implementation Plan

The delivery of the SNOLAB Strategic Plan is the SNOLAB Implementation Plan. The IP works in conjunction with the Strategic Plan and these documents will guide SNOLAB management in the prioritization of resources, enabling a sharp focus on projects that directly support and align with the strategic goals of the SNOLAB community.

Annual Report

SNOLAB produces an annual report to review the achievements and highlights from the year, and to measure our progress towards the goals outlined in the Strategic Plan.