21. In the pursuit of its objects, the Institut may, in particular,(a) devise and carry out the research plans and programmes necessary for a better understanding of cultural changes in Québec;
(b) promote collaboration and co-operation among researchers engaged in the field of cultural research and studies;
(c) place such services and information at the disposal of researchers as may be useful to them in their cultural research and studies;
(d) hold meetings, symposiums or briefings and publish the findings of the studies and research of the Institut or of other organizations pursuing similar objects;
(e) on the basis of the findings of its studies and research, and by way of forecasts and opinions, participate in the framing and review of cultural policy.