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The full program for our Sept. 16 conference Industrial Policy in Tumultuous Times is here!
From trade diversification to climate and economic resilience, we bring together leading voices from across Canada & beyond.
📌 Spots are limited, register now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/irpp-confe...
From trade diversification to climate and economic resilience, we bring together leading voices from across Canada & beyond.
📌 Spots are limited, register now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/irpp-confe...
August 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
The full program for our Sept. 16 conference Industrial Policy in Tumultuous Times is here!
From trade diversification to climate and economic resilience, we bring together leading voices from across Canada & beyond.
📌 Spots are limited, register now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/irpp-confe...
From trade diversification to climate and economic resilience, we bring together leading voices from across Canada & beyond.
📌 Spots are limited, register now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/irpp-confe...
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🚨 New Futureproofing Canada episode!
Candice Bergen joins @jenditchburn.bsky.social for a conversation about why Canada needs a stronger “rural lens” in policymaking.
Watch on our YouTube or listen on all platforms!
🎧 shorturl.at/vUATQ
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Candice Bergen joins @jenditchburn.bsky.social for a conversation about why Canada needs a stronger “rural lens” in policymaking.
Watch on our YouTube or listen on all platforms!
🎧 shorturl.at/vUATQ
💻 www.youtube.com/watch?v=Favn...
August 13, 2025 at 7:14 PM
🚨 New Futureproofing Canada episode!
Candice Bergen joins @jenditchburn.bsky.social for a conversation about why Canada needs a stronger “rural lens” in policymaking.
Watch on our YouTube or listen on all platforms!
🎧 shorturl.at/vUATQ
💻 www.youtube.com/watch?v=Favn...
Candice Bergen joins @jenditchburn.bsky.social for a conversation about why Canada needs a stronger “rural lens” in policymaking.
Watch on our YouTube or listen on all platforms!
🎧 shorturl.at/vUATQ
💻 www.youtube.com/watch?v=Favn...
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📢 Announcing our 2nd keynote for Industrial Policy in Tumultuous Times (Sept. 16, Ottawa): Premier R.J. Simpson of the Northwest Territories!
Hear his vision for inclusive growth, resilience & the future of Canada’s North.
🔗Details & Registration: irpp.org?p=20760
Hear his vision for inclusive growth, resilience & the future of Canada’s North.
🔗Details & Registration: irpp.org?p=20760
August 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
📢 Announcing our 2nd keynote for Industrial Policy in Tumultuous Times (Sept. 16, Ottawa): Premier R.J. Simpson of the Northwest Territories!
Hear his vision for inclusive growth, resilience & the future of Canada’s North.
🔗Details & Registration: irpp.org?p=20760
Hear his vision for inclusive growth, resilience & the future of Canada’s North.
🔗Details & Registration: irpp.org?p=20760
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🍂We're excited to announce this year's IRPP Fall Lecture featuring @caulfieldtim.bsky.social, acclaimed Canadian author, scholar & a leading voice on health & science misinformation.
Join us in Ottawa on Nov. 18 for an evening of ideas with Canada’s policy community!
🔗https://shorturl.at/DRiOi
Join us in Ottawa on Nov. 18 for an evening of ideas with Canada’s policy community!
🔗https://shorturl.at/DRiOi
July 31, 2025 at 2:03 PM
🍂We're excited to announce this year's IRPP Fall Lecture featuring @caulfieldtim.bsky.social, acclaimed Canadian author, scholar & a leading voice on health & science misinformation.
Join us in Ottawa on Nov. 18 for an evening of ideas with Canada’s policy community!
🔗https://shorturl.at/DRiOi
Join us in Ottawa on Nov. 18 for an evening of ideas with Canada’s policy community!
🔗https://shorturl.at/DRiOi
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How should we shape industrial policy amid global shocks, climate urgency & economic transition? Join us Sept. 16 in Ottawa for a conference devoted to the key issues facing Canada.
With keynotes from @noahpinion.blogsky.venki.dev & Premier R.J. Simpson!
Register now! shorturl.at/Ljmy8
With keynotes from @noahpinion.blogsky.venki.dev & Premier R.J. Simpson!
Register now! shorturl.at/Ljmy8
July 30, 2025 at 2:11 PM
How should we shape industrial policy amid global shocks, climate urgency & economic transition? Join us Sept. 16 in Ottawa for a conference devoted to the key issues facing Canada.
With keynotes from @noahpinion.blogsky.venki.dev & Premier R.J. Simpson!
Register now! shorturl.at/Ljmy8
With keynotes from @noahpinion.blogsky.venki.dev & Premier R.J. Simpson!
Register now! shorturl.at/Ljmy8
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Canada’s major projects risk bypassing the communities that host them if local workers aren’t equipped with the necessary skills.
Read our researchers' full recommendations in their latest Skills Brief: irpp.org?p=20869
by Abigail Jackson, @rsamson.bsky.social & @ricardochejfec.bsky.social
Read our researchers' full recommendations in their latest Skills Brief: irpp.org?p=20869
by Abigail Jackson, @rsamson.bsky.social & @ricardochejfec.bsky.social
July 22, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Canada’s major projects risk bypassing the communities that host them if local workers aren’t equipped with the necessary skills.
Read our researchers' full recommendations in their latest Skills Brief: irpp.org?p=20869
by Abigail Jackson, @rsamson.bsky.social & @ricardochejfec.bsky.social
Read our researchers' full recommendations in their latest Skills Brief: irpp.org?p=20869
by Abigail Jackson, @rsamson.bsky.social & @ricardochejfec.bsky.social
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Indigenous women comprise 4.3% of the Canadian population but make up 16% of homicide victims & 11% of missing women.
In this important piece, Sarah Jacknife explores the historical, ideological, & political roots of the systemic discrimination Indigenous women face
policyoptions.irpp.org?p=117466
In this important piece, Sarah Jacknife explores the historical, ideological, & political roots of the systemic discrimination Indigenous women face
policyoptions.irpp.org?p=117466
The painful lack of urgency to end violence against Indigenous women and girls
The painful lack of urgency to end violence against Indigenous women and girls
policyoptions.irpp.org
July 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Indigenous women comprise 4.3% of the Canadian population but make up 16% of homicide victims & 11% of missing women.
In this important piece, Sarah Jacknife explores the historical, ideological, & political roots of the systemic discrimination Indigenous women face
policyoptions.irpp.org?p=117466
In this important piece, Sarah Jacknife explores the historical, ideological, & political roots of the systemic discrimination Indigenous women face
policyoptions.irpp.org?p=117466
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Missed last month's event with @anikaganness.bsky.social and Shaimaa Yassin? Not to worry, we've got you covered!
You can now listen to the full audio recording on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1ZvV...
You can now listen to the full audio recording on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1ZvV...
June 17, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Missed last month's event with @anikaganness.bsky.social and Shaimaa Yassin? Not to worry, we've got you covered!
You can now listen to the full audio recording on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1ZvV...
You can now listen to the full audio recording on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1ZvV...
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Every day, municipalities deliver on housing, public safety, climate resilience, infrastructure and more—yet they still operate under a fiscal framework built for a different century. #CDNMuni
Cities Are Doing Too Much With Too Little — Here’s Why That Matters
In this new episode of Futureproofing Canada, @carolesaab.bsky.social joins @jenditchburn.bsky.social to talk about the outdated fiscal framework behind municipal govts & why reform is urgently needed.
Listen now: irpp.org?p=20584
In this new episode of Futureproofing Canada, @carolesaab.bsky.social joins @jenditchburn.bsky.social to talk about the outdated fiscal framework behind municipal govts & why reform is urgently needed.
Listen now: irpp.org?p=20584
FUTUREPROOFING CANADA Canada’s Cities Are Doing Too Much With Too Little — Here’s Why That Matters - IRPP
Canadians are living through uncertain times. Our country faces interconnected challenges including a new geopolitical world order, economic headwinds, climate change, technological disruptions, shift...
irpp.org
May 14, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Every day, municipalities deliver on housing, public safety, climate resilience, infrastructure and more—yet they still operate under a fiscal framework built for a different century. #CDNMuni
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📅Happening tomorrow!
Join us May 22, for a webinar that'll offer a rare insider’s perspective on how the messages that shape our democracy come to life.
W/ Adam Austen, Fred DeLorey, Lucas Medernach, Mélanie Richer, & @aturcotte.bsky.social. Moderated by @cleasaurus.bsky.social
🔗 irpp.org?p=20571
Join us May 22, for a webinar that'll offer a rare insider’s perspective on how the messages that shape our democracy come to life.
W/ Adam Austen, Fred DeLorey, Lucas Medernach, Mélanie Richer, & @aturcotte.bsky.social. Moderated by @cleasaurus.bsky.social
🔗 irpp.org?p=20571
May 21, 2025 at 2:02 PM
📅Happening tomorrow!
Join us May 22, for a webinar that'll offer a rare insider’s perspective on how the messages that shape our democracy come to life.
W/ Adam Austen, Fred DeLorey, Lucas Medernach, Mélanie Richer, & @aturcotte.bsky.social. Moderated by @cleasaurus.bsky.social
🔗 irpp.org?p=20571
Join us May 22, for a webinar that'll offer a rare insider’s perspective on how the messages that shape our democracy come to life.
W/ Adam Austen, Fred DeLorey, Lucas Medernach, Mélanie Richer, & @aturcotte.bsky.social. Moderated by @cleasaurus.bsky.social
🔗 irpp.org?p=20571
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Join me on May 22 for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the communication strategies, challenges, and shifting priorities that shaped this federal election.
Thanks to the Institute for Research on Public Policy @irpp.org for the invitation!
Thanks to the Institute for Research on Public Policy @irpp.org for the invitation!
🗳️ What does it really take to shape a winning message in a federal election?
On May 22, join us for a webinar with top comms pros from across the political spectrum for a rare insider convo on campaign strategy, storytelling & the war room.
Register: irpp.org?p=20571
On May 22, join us for a webinar with top comms pros from across the political spectrum for a rare insider convo on campaign strategy, storytelling & the war room.
Register: irpp.org?p=20571
May 15, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Join me on May 22 for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the communication strategies, challenges, and shifting priorities that shaped this federal election.
Thanks to the Institute for Research on Public Policy @irpp.org for the invitation!
Thanks to the Institute for Research on Public Policy @irpp.org for the invitation!
You guys! I'm moderating a webinar! A webinar full of supersmart political comms geniuses! Sign up and learn the ins and outs of messaging around a federal election! May 22! Free!
🗳️ What does it really take to shape a winning message in a federal election?
On May 22, join us for a webinar with top comms pros from across the political spectrum for a rare insider convo on campaign strategy, storytelling & the war room.
Register: irpp.org?p=20571
On May 22, join us for a webinar with top comms pros from across the political spectrum for a rare insider convo on campaign strategy, storytelling & the war room.
Register: irpp.org?p=20571
May 13, 2025 at 8:58 PM
You guys! I'm moderating a webinar! A webinar full of supersmart political comms geniuses! Sign up and learn the ins and outs of messaging around a federal election! May 22! Free!
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📣 We’re hiring!
The IRPP is looking for a Publication Manager to help produce clear, compelling, & influential public policy research.
If you have sharp editorial instincts, strong publishing experience, & a passion for public policy, we want to hear from you.
🗓️ Apply by June 6
🔗 irpp.org?p=20566
The IRPP is looking for a Publication Manager to help produce clear, compelling, & influential public policy research.
If you have sharp editorial instincts, strong publishing experience, & a passion for public policy, we want to hear from you.
🗓️ Apply by June 6
🔗 irpp.org?p=20566
Publication Manager - IRPP
The IRPP, one of Canada’s most trusted and influential think tanks, is looking for a Publication Manager to join its team.
irpp.org
May 8, 2025 at 7:09 PM
📣 We’re hiring!
The IRPP is looking for a Publication Manager to help produce clear, compelling, & influential public policy research.
If you have sharp editorial instincts, strong publishing experience, & a passion for public policy, we want to hear from you.
🗓️ Apply by June 6
🔗 irpp.org?p=20566
The IRPP is looking for a Publication Manager to help produce clear, compelling, & influential public policy research.
If you have sharp editorial instincts, strong publishing experience, & a passion for public policy, we want to hear from you.
🗓️ Apply by June 6
🔗 irpp.org?p=20566
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Join @anikaganness.bsky.social next Wednesday, May 14th as she wraps up her postdoctoral fellowship with a talk on “The Past, Present, and Future of Child Welfare in Canada.” This event will be hosted in person at the @IRPP.org! Learn more and register for the event here: irpp.org/irpp-event/c...
The Past, Present and Future of Child Welfare in Canada - IRPP
Join us in Montreal on Wednesday, May 14 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for a talk with IRPP postdoctoral fellow Anika Ganness. Why are children from racialized and immigrant backgrounds more likely to end up...
irpp.org
May 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Join @anikaganness.bsky.social next Wednesday, May 14th as she wraps up her postdoctoral fellowship with a talk on “The Past, Present, and Future of Child Welfare in Canada.” This event will be hosted in person at the @IRPP.org! Learn more and register for the event here: irpp.org/irpp-event/c...
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In @irpp.org's @policyoptions.irpp.org magazine, Charles Breton makes the argument for a reprise of something like the 1980s Macdonald commission on Canada's prospects
@mcgillqueensup.bsky.social @eandreweditor.bsky.social
policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/ma...
@mcgillqueensup.bsky.social @eandreweditor.bsky.social
policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/ma...
Forty years later, we're due for another big rethink about Canada’s future
It might be time for the next federal government to bring back one of Canada’s most effective policy instruments: The royal commission, adapted for the 21st century.
policyoptions.irpp.org
March 17, 2025 at 12:56 PM
In @irpp.org's @policyoptions.irpp.org magazine, Charles Breton makes the argument for a reprise of something like the 1980s Macdonald commission on Canada's prospects
@mcgillqueensup.bsky.social @eandreweditor.bsky.social
policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/ma...
@mcgillqueensup.bsky.social @eandreweditor.bsky.social
policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/ma...
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🚨 New Functionary out!
Kathryn May on Carney-the-PM's pivot from a social-policy focus to growing the economy — a major shift for public servants to navigate.
Plus: dos and don’ts from seasoned bureaucrats on managing political transitions.
Read it here 👉 44615331.hs-sites.com/hello-mark-c...
Kathryn May on Carney-the-PM's pivot from a social-policy focus to growing the economy — a major shift for public servants to navigate.
Plus: dos and don’ts from seasoned bureaucrats on managing political transitions.
Read it here 👉 44615331.hs-sites.com/hello-mark-c...
Hello, Mark Carney
44615331.hs-sites.com
March 11, 2025 at 7:39 PM
🚨 New Functionary out!
Kathryn May on Carney-the-PM's pivot from a social-policy focus to growing the economy — a major shift for public servants to navigate.
Plus: dos and don’ts from seasoned bureaucrats on managing political transitions.
Read it here 👉 44615331.hs-sites.com/hello-mark-c...
Kathryn May on Carney-the-PM's pivot from a social-policy focus to growing the economy — a major shift for public servants to navigate.
Plus: dos and don’ts from seasoned bureaucrats on managing political transitions.
Read it here 👉 44615331.hs-sites.com/hello-mark-c...
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🚨 We've added a temporary newsletter for more immediate delivery of our analyses on Canada-U.S. relations through the week. Each edition will be short & sweet and will point to 1 or 2 research-backed commentaries that map out actionable next steps. No more than that.
Sign up here: shorturl.at/ySHkS
Sign up here: shorturl.at/ySHkS
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March 10, 2025 at 4:20 PM
🚨 We've added a temporary newsletter for more immediate delivery of our analyses on Canada-U.S. relations through the week. Each edition will be short & sweet and will point to 1 or 2 research-backed commentaries that map out actionable next steps. No more than that.
Sign up here: shorturl.at/ySHkS
Sign up here: shorturl.at/ySHkS
We're live with @jenditchburn.bsky.social & co. for a stellar webinar on what's next for US-Canada relations. Follow along here 👇
Follow our live posting as our webinar on the strategic long game for Canada-U.S. relations unfolds, with star panelists Jean Charest, Janice Charette, Ian Brodie, & @uscanada-sands.bsky.social !
March 5, 2025 at 5:48 PM
We're live with @jenditchburn.bsky.social & co. for a stellar webinar on what's next for US-Canada relations. Follow along here 👇
Yééé! Excited to have a new colleague aboard the good ship HMCS IRPP. Excited to see what Val & @cbreton.bsky.social will cook up over at le Centre of Excellence sur la fédération canadienne!
Bienvenue/welcome à Valérie Lapointe, qui vient de rejoindre l'IRPP/who just joined us en tant que directrice associée/ as associate director de notre/of our Centre d'excellence sur la Fédération canadienne/Centre of Excellence on the Canadian Federation !
centre.irpp.org/fr/a-propos/...
centre.irpp.org/fr/a-propos/...
February 28, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Yééé! Excited to have a new colleague aboard the good ship HMCS IRPP. Excited to see what Val & @cbreton.bsky.social will cook up over at le Centre of Excellence sur la fédération canadienne!
Sure signs our social media manager is away and someone gave me access to the accounts.
Aliens. Eggs. Baskets. Snow. Crises.
Our latest newsletter has it all.
Includes thoughts from @jenditchburn.bsky.social, commentary from @rsamson.bsky.social, back yard from @perreaux.bsky.social.
Catch up here: 44615331.hs-sites.com/existential-...
Our latest newsletter has it all.
Includes thoughts from @jenditchburn.bsky.social, commentary from @rsamson.bsky.social, back yard from @perreaux.bsky.social.
Catch up here: 44615331.hs-sites.com/existential-...
a man in a suit and tie is walking down a wet street .
ALT: a man in a suit and tie is walking down a wet street .
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February 27, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Sure signs our social media manager is away and someone gave me access to the accounts.
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Join us in Ottawa (or virtually) on February 24th, where our powerhouse panel will tackle the intersection of affordability and climate challenges:
* @tylermeredith.bsky.social
* Kathleen Monk
* Karen Restoule
* Moderated by @jenditchburn.bsky.social.
www.affordability-action.ca/affordabilit...
* @tylermeredith.bsky.social
* Kathleen Monk
* Karen Restoule
* Moderated by @jenditchburn.bsky.social.
www.affordability-action.ca/affordabilit...
February 5, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Join us in Ottawa (or virtually) on February 24th, where our powerhouse panel will tackle the intersection of affordability and climate challenges:
* @tylermeredith.bsky.social
* Kathleen Monk
* Karen Restoule
* Moderated by @jenditchburn.bsky.social.
www.affordability-action.ca/affordabilit...
* @tylermeredith.bsky.social
* Kathleen Monk
* Karen Restoule
* Moderated by @jenditchburn.bsky.social.
www.affordability-action.ca/affordabilit...
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In case you need a little joy in your life right now.
Montreal dog parade, winter edition, happening on Feb. 9
Montreal dog parade, winter edition, happening on Feb. 9
Montreal pet care organization Pawsome Concierge is holding a winter edition of their annual summer dog parade this Sunday, Feb. 9.
cultmtl.com
February 4, 2025 at 5:45 PM
In case you need a little joy in your life right now.
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February 4, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Want to reach Canada’s policy leaders? Advertise with our colleagues at Policy Options—a trusted, independent Canadian publisher. Keep your ad dollars at home and support Canadian journalism.