Welcome to NRC's centennial page, where you will find the latest news, information and inspirational stories at the heart of NRC's celebration. NRC's innovative people profiles World's first national flag applying international colour standards Growing with a nation – a photo history of Canada's National Research Council Royal Canadian Mint launches fine silver $20 coin featuring the NRC Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory - May 3, 2016 Explore 100 years of innovation for Canada An online book featuring pivotal stories from the NRC's history.