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Canada's leading advocate for evidence-informed policies and decision-making. 🇨🇦
Yesterday, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced a federal budget with major investments in science, including $1.7 billion investment for talent and renewed support for AI and innovation. But while economic productivity takes centre stage, climate goals are sidelined.
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Budget 2025: A Big Bold Budget for Science? - Evidence For Democracy
Standing in the House of Commons yesterday, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced the 2025 Federal Budget, touting it as a […]
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November 6, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Yesterday, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced a federal budget with major investments in science, including $1.7 billion investment for talent and renewed support for AI and innovation. But while economic productivity takes centre stage, climate goals are sidelined.
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It’s budget week! Tomorrow, Minister Champagne will deliver the 2025 federal budget. What will this budget have in store for science and research? We’ll be tracking the announcements closely and sharing our analysis on what it means for science, research, and evidence-informed policy. Stay tuned!
November 3, 2025 at 8:15 PM
It’s budget week! Tomorrow, Minister Champagne will deliver the 2025 federal budget. What will this budget have in store for science and research? We’ll be tracking the announcements closely and sharing our analysis on what it means for science, research, and evidence-informed policy. Stay tuned!
As the last monarchs' journey south, we’re sharing a new case study on how community science is helping protect them.
Learn how eButterfly is empowering people across North America to gather data and strengthen evidence for conservation.
Learn how eButterfly is empowering people across North America to gather data and strengthen evidence for conservation.
Why Monarchs, and Why Now? - Evidence For Democracy
With its striking orange and black colours and long distance, multi-generational migration across North America, the monarch butterfly has long […]
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October 27, 2025 at 8:30 PM
As the last monarchs' journey south, we’re sharing a new case study on how community science is helping protect them.
Learn how eButterfly is empowering people across North America to gather data and strengthen evidence for conservation.
Learn how eButterfly is empowering people across North America to gather data and strengthen evidence for conservation.
The 2025 Science to Policy Accelerator Policy Briefs are now available.
This year’s cohort of early-career researchers addressed issues ranging from AI literacy to housing and healthcare, providing evidence-informed solutions for decision-makers.
Read: evidencefordemocracy.ca/training/sci...
This year’s cohort of early-career researchers addressed issues ranging from AI literacy to housing and healthcare, providing evidence-informed solutions for decision-makers.
Read: evidencefordemocracy.ca/training/sci...
Science to Policy Accelerator - Evidence For Democracy
Science to Policy Accelerator participants will master foundational knowledge in science policy and communication, then apply these concepts.
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October 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The 2025 Science to Policy Accelerator Policy Briefs are now available.
This year’s cohort of early-career researchers addressed issues ranging from AI literacy to housing and healthcare, providing evidence-informed solutions for decision-makers.
Read: evidencefordemocracy.ca/training/sci...
This year’s cohort of early-career researchers addressed issues ranging from AI literacy to housing and healthcare, providing evidence-informed solutions for decision-makers.
Read: evidencefordemocracy.ca/training/sci...
In collaboration with the @fondsrechercheqc.bsky.social , we’ve launched our Municipal Advocacy Toolkit, a guide to help researchers bring evidence to city hall, where decisions directly shape our communities.
Read it here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/introducing-...
Read it here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/introducing-...
September 26, 2025 at 7:30 PM
In collaboration with the @fondsrechercheqc.bsky.social , we’ve launched our Municipal Advocacy Toolkit, a guide to help researchers bring evidence to city hall, where decisions directly shape our communities.
Read it here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/introducing-...
Read it here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/introducing-...
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➡️ Faire entendre la voix de la #science dans le milieu #municipal
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Cet ouvrage propose des conseils pratiques et des outils accessibles pour aider les chercheurs et les chercheuses à faire entendre la voix de la science dans le milieu municipal.
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September 25, 2025 at 6:03 PM
💡 Hop! Une nouvelle ressource répertoriée sur RaccourSci!
➡️ Faire entendre la voix de la #science dans le milieu #municipal
Un guide conseil fait par Evidence for democraty en partenariat avec le @fondsrechercheqc.bsky.social
www.raccoursci.com/ressource/fa...
#ComSci #polqc #scicomm @acfas.ca
➡️ Faire entendre la voix de la #science dans le milieu #municipal
Un guide conseil fait par Evidence for democraty en partenariat avec le @fondsrechercheqc.bsky.social
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#ComSci #polqc #scicomm @acfas.ca
The Coalition for Canadian Research is issuing a joint call: uphold Budget 2024’s
commitment to Canadian researchers.
Now is the moment to stand behind research and ensure a resilient, sovereign, and innovative future.
Read the open letter: evidencefordemocracy.ca/safeguarding...
commitment to Canadian researchers.
Now is the moment to stand behind research and ensure a resilient, sovereign, and innovative future.
Read the open letter: evidencefordemocracy.ca/safeguarding...
September 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM
The Coalition for Canadian Research is issuing a joint call: uphold Budget 2024’s
commitment to Canadian researchers.
Now is the moment to stand behind research and ensure a resilient, sovereign, and innovative future.
Read the open letter: evidencefordemocracy.ca/safeguarding...
commitment to Canadian researchers.
Now is the moment to stand behind research and ensure a resilient, sovereign, and innovative future.
Read the open letter: evidencefordemocracy.ca/safeguarding...
Parliament returns next month, but what does the recent federal election mean for science and research?
Our Election 45 Takeaway Report breaks down the results, party commitments, and what to watch for in the months ahead.
Read it here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/where-was-sc...
Our Election 45 Takeaway Report breaks down the results, party commitments, and what to watch for in the months ahead.
Read it here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/where-was-sc...
August 27, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Parliament returns next month, but what does the recent federal election mean for science and research?
Our Election 45 Takeaway Report breaks down the results, party commitments, and what to watch for in the months ahead.
Read it here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/where-was-sc...
Our Election 45 Takeaway Report breaks down the results, party commitments, and what to watch for in the months ahead.
Read it here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/where-was-sc...
Our 2024-2025 Impact Report is here.
This year, we launched Canada’s first Science Advocacy Hub, created tools for advocates, and tracked key policies that affect science in Canada.
Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/about/about-...
This year, we launched Canada’s first Science Advocacy Hub, created tools for advocates, and tracked key policies that affect science in Canada.
Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/about/about-...
August 20, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Our 2024-2025 Impact Report is here.
This year, we launched Canada’s first Science Advocacy Hub, created tools for advocates, and tracked key policies that affect science in Canada.
Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/about/about-...
This year, we launched Canada’s first Science Advocacy Hub, created tools for advocates, and tracked key policies that affect science in Canada.
Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/about/about-...
Our new annotated bibliography on scientific integrity across Canada and the U.S. is out!
It serves as a companion to our latest report, Accretion and Erosion, showing a deeper analysis of the state of scientific integrity across both countries
Read now: evidencefordemocracy.ca/annotated-bi...
It serves as a companion to our latest report, Accretion and Erosion, showing a deeper analysis of the state of scientific integrity across both countries
Read now: evidencefordemocracy.ca/annotated-bi...
Annotated Bibliography for Scientific Integrity in Canada and the United States - Evidence For Democracy
As part of our ongoing commitment to promote and safeguard scientific integrity across government agencies and institutions, we have curated […]
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August 7, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Our new annotated bibliography on scientific integrity across Canada and the U.S. is out!
It serves as a companion to our latest report, Accretion and Erosion, showing a deeper analysis of the state of scientific integrity across both countries
Read now: evidencefordemocracy.ca/annotated-bi...
It serves as a companion to our latest report, Accretion and Erosion, showing a deeper analysis of the state of scientific integrity across both countries
Read now: evidencefordemocracy.ca/annotated-bi...
@supportourscience.bsky.social has called on the federal government to protect funding for researchers across Canada.
We support their message. Canada’s research community deserves meaningful investment and strong leadership.
Read more: www.supportourscience.ca/letterofconc...
We support their message. Canada’s research community deserves meaningful investment and strong leadership.
Read more: www.supportourscience.ca/letterofconc...
August 5, 2025 at 5:44 PM
@supportourscience.bsky.social has called on the federal government to protect funding for researchers across Canada.
We support their message. Canada’s research community deserves meaningful investment and strong leadership.
Read more: www.supportourscience.ca/letterofconc...
We support their message. Canada’s research community deserves meaningful investment and strong leadership.
Read more: www.supportourscience.ca/letterofconc...
Scientific integrity is at a crossroads in Canada and the U.S.
Our latest report shows how evidence is being eroded, and what we must do to protect it.
Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/research/acc...
Our latest report shows how evidence is being eroded, and what we must do to protect it.
Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/research/acc...
July 28, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Scientific integrity is at a crossroads in Canada and the U.S.
Our latest report shows how evidence is being eroded, and what we must do to protect it.
Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/research/acc...
Our latest report shows how evidence is being eroded, and what we must do to protect it.
Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/research/acc...
How is political interference affecting scientific research in Canada and the US? Join us on July 23rd for an online panel exploring what can be done to safeguard scientific integrity.
Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
July 22, 2025 at 3:41 PM
How is political interference affecting scientific research in Canada and the US? Join us on July 23rd for an online panel exploring what can be done to safeguard scientific integrity.
Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
July 15, 2025 at 3:18 PM
How is political interference affecting scientific research in Canada and the US? Join us on July 23rd for an online panel exploring what can be done to safeguard scientific integrity.
Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
We’re thrilled to welcome Félix Proulx-Giraldeau as E4D’s Interim Executive Director!
Félix brings fresh energy and a strong commitment to science.
Learn more about his story and what he hopes to bring to the role in his intro blog post: evidencefordemocracy.ca/nonlinear-dy...
Félix brings fresh energy and a strong commitment to science.
Learn more about his story and what he hopes to bring to the role in his intro blog post: evidencefordemocracy.ca/nonlinear-dy...
July 7, 2025 at 1:15 PM
We’re thrilled to welcome Félix Proulx-Giraldeau as E4D’s Interim Executive Director!
Félix brings fresh energy and a strong commitment to science.
Learn more about his story and what he hopes to bring to the role in his intro blog post: evidencefordemocracy.ca/nonlinear-dy...
Félix brings fresh energy and a strong commitment to science.
Learn more about his story and what he hopes to bring to the role in his intro blog post: evidencefordemocracy.ca/nonlinear-dy...
Today, Parliament passed Bill C-5 — fast-tracking “national interest” projects while sidelining science, public input, and Indigenous rights.
Evidence for Democracy is sounding the alarm. Read our full response here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...
Evidence for Democracy is sounding the alarm. Read our full response here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...
June 21, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Today, Parliament passed Bill C-5 — fast-tracking “national interest” projects while sidelining science, public input, and Indigenous rights.
Evidence for Democracy is sounding the alarm. Read our full response here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...
Evidence for Democracy is sounding the alarm. Read our full response here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...
Canada’s new Cabinet is missing something critical: a dedicated science minister.
By sidelining science, this government sends a disappointing message to the science and research community.
Read our full statement: evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...
By sidelining science, this government sends a disappointing message to the science and research community.
Read our full statement: evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...
May 13, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Canada’s new Cabinet is missing something critical: a dedicated science minister.
By sidelining science, this government sends a disappointing message to the science and research community.
Read our full statement: evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...
By sidelining science, this government sends a disappointing message to the science and research community.
Read our full statement: evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...
The results are in: 🇨🇦 As the Liberal Party forms the next government, we at Evidence for Democracy are calling for urgent action to strengthen science, research, and evidence-informed policymaking.
We welcome their commitments—but now it's time to deliver.
We welcome their commitments—but now it's time to deliver.
April 29, 2025 at 5:10 PM
The results are in: 🇨🇦 As the Liberal Party forms the next government, we at Evidence for Democracy are calling for urgent action to strengthen science, research, and evidence-informed policymaking.
We welcome their commitments—but now it's time to deliver.
We welcome their commitments—but now it's time to deliver.
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April 22, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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The most powerful way to make science a priority this election is to tell your candidates directly. Our bilingual letter-writing tool makes it quick and easy to contact your local candidates and let them know that science, research, and evidence-informed decision-making matter.
April 7, 2025 at 11:44 PM
The most powerful way to make science a priority this election is to tell your candidates directly. Our bilingual letter-writing tool makes it quick and easy to contact your local candidates and let them know that science, research, and evidence-informed decision-making matter.
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Ce J-3 d' #Elxn45 on guette les plateformes, et nous #VotonsRecherche.
Researchers across 🇨🇦 are 👀 platforms before casting our ballots. #ResearchersVote
Merci à nos amis @e4dca.bsky.social pour l'analyse👇
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#CestNotreVote #ItsOurVote #Elxn2025 #VoteScience
Researchers across 🇨🇦 are 👀 platforms before casting our ballots. #ResearchersVote
Merci à nos amis @e4dca.bsky.social pour l'analyse👇
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Under the Microscope: What Do the Major Party Platforms Have to Say About Funding Research in Canada? - Evidence For Democracy
As we approach what some have called “the most important election of our lifetimes”, each federal party has outlined its […]
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April 25, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Ce J-3 d' #Elxn45 on guette les plateformes, et nous #VotonsRecherche.
Researchers across 🇨🇦 are 👀 platforms before casting our ballots. #ResearchersVote
Merci à nos amis @e4dca.bsky.social pour l'analyse👇
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#CestNotreVote #ItsOurVote #Elxn2025 #VoteScience
Researchers across 🇨🇦 are 👀 platforms before casting our ballots. #ResearchersVote
Merci à nos amis @e4dca.bsky.social pour l'analyse👇
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#CestNotreVote #ItsOurVote #Elxn2025 #VoteScience
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How do each of the party platforms align with #SupportOurScience asks? @e4dca.bsky.social has broken it down.
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April 25, 2025 at 9:01 PM
How do each of the party platforms align with #SupportOurScience asks? @e4dca.bsky.social has broken it down.
#phdsky #postdocsky #academicscky #VoteScience #cdnpoli
#phdsky #postdocsky #academicscky #VoteScience #cdnpoli
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Who's committed to evidence-informed leadership?
Follow this link from @e4dca.bsky.social to see which candidates have signed the Science Pledge.
#VoteScience #cdnpoli #Elxn45
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Follow this link from @e4dca.bsky.social to see which candidates have signed the Science Pledge.
#VoteScience #cdnpoli #Elxn45
evidencefordemocracy.ca/tracking-sci...
Tracking Science Champions: Who’s Committed to Evidence-Informed Leadership? - Evidence For Democracy
Science plays a critical role in shaping policies that impact our daily lives—from healthcare and environmental protection to economic growth […]
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April 28, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Who's committed to evidence-informed leadership?
Follow this link from @e4dca.bsky.social to see which candidates have signed the Science Pledge.
#VoteScience #cdnpoli #Elxn45
evidencefordemocracy.ca/tracking-sci...
Follow this link from @e4dca.bsky.social to see which candidates have signed the Science Pledge.
#VoteScience #cdnpoli #Elxn45
evidencefordemocracy.ca/tracking-sci...
💪Un vote pour la science est un vote en faveur d’une économie forte📊
La science façonne nos vies : soins de santé, action climatique, croissance économique, sécurité publique, mais elle est souvent ignorée lors des élections.
La science façonne nos vies : soins de santé, action climatique, croissance économique, sécurité publique, mais elle est souvent ignorée lors des élections.
April 25, 2025 at 5:19 PM
💪Un vote pour la science est un vote en faveur d’une économie forte📊
La science façonne nos vies : soins de santé, action climatique, croissance économique, sécurité publique, mais elle est souvent ignorée lors des élections.
La science façonne nos vies : soins de santé, action climatique, croissance économique, sécurité publique, mais elle est souvent ignorée lors des élections.
💪 A vote for science is a vote for a strong economy 📊
Science shapes our lives; healthcare, climate action, economic growth, public safety—yet it’s often ignored in elections. WE NEED YOU to help us put science at the center of the election!
Science shapes our lives; healthcare, climate action, economic growth, public safety—yet it’s often ignored in elections. WE NEED YOU to help us put science at the center of the election!
April 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
💪 A vote for science is a vote for a strong economy 📊
Science shapes our lives; healthcare, climate action, economic growth, public safety—yet it’s often ignored in elections. WE NEED YOU to help us put science at the center of the election!
Science shapes our lives; healthcare, climate action, economic growth, public safety—yet it’s often ignored in elections. WE NEED YOU to help us put science at the center of the election!