We propose to host a 3-day workshop to focus on the following research objective - to research models of knowledge sharing that utilize a digital environment and are based on interdisciplinary collaborations among individuals and communities. The proposed workshop will identify state-of-the-art work both inside and outside Canada, assess the potential for and interest in such a focused national research project, and develop a focused research agenda and to commence the preparation of a proposal to the Canadian government's Networks of Centres of Excellence (NCE) program.