The 91É«ÇéƬ formally launched in January 2020 following the Canadian government’s and subsequent call to establish an arm’s-length organization of Canadian experts providing independent research and policy advice on clean growth and climate change for decision makers across the country.
Initially branded the Canadian Institute for Climate Choices, the institute was established to perform a similar role to independent advisory bodies in other countries, such as the United Kingdom’s and France’s .
The proposal was supported by 15 organizations—including universities, environmental groups, and research institutes—and selected through a competitive process, resulting in a contribution agreement with .
The 91É«ÇéƬ became a registered charity in 2021.
The following organizations contributed to the development of the 91É«ÇéƬ: