Public Policy Forum
@ppforumca.bsky.social
Good Policy. Better Canada | Bonnes politiques. Meilleur Canada
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🌟 Meet the Program Director of the Policy Leadership Program, Rachel Wernick!
One of Canada’s top experts in social and employment policy, Rachel’s passion for policy leadership is evident in her commitment to creating an engaging, inclusive and meaningful learning experience for participants.
One of Canada’s top experts in social and employment policy, Rachel’s passion for policy leadership is evident in her commitment to creating an engaging, inclusive and meaningful learning experience for participants.
November 21, 2025 at 3:24 PM
🌟 Meet the Program Director of the Policy Leadership Program, Rachel Wernick!
One of Canada’s top experts in social and employment policy, Rachel’s passion for policy leadership is evident in her commitment to creating an engaging, inclusive and meaningful learning experience for participants.
One of Canada’s top experts in social and employment policy, Rachel’s passion for policy leadership is evident in her commitment to creating an engaging, inclusive and meaningful learning experience for participants.
Are you an executive in the public service seeking to improve your leadership skills?
The Policy Leadership Program, offered in Ottawa in partnership with @uottawa.ca’s Telfer Executive Programs, is back in January and February 2026 for its 10th edition.
The Policy Leadership Program, offered in Ottawa in partnership with @uottawa.ca’s Telfer Executive Programs, is back in January and February 2026 for its 10th edition.
November 14, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Are you an executive in the public service seeking to improve your leadership skills?
The Policy Leadership Program, offered in Ottawa in partnership with @uottawa.ca’s Telfer Executive Programs, is back in January and February 2026 for its 10th edition.
The Policy Leadership Program, offered in Ottawa in partnership with @uottawa.ca’s Telfer Executive Programs, is back in January and February 2026 for its 10th edition.
We’re pleased to welcome Lili Johanis to the Public Policy Forum as Program Lead, PPF Academy.
Welcome to PPF, Lili!
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Nous sommes heureux d'accueillir Lili Johanis au Forum des politiques publiques en tant que chargée de programmes, École du FPP.
Bienvenue chez le FPP, Lili !
Welcome to PPF, Lili!
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Nous sommes heureux d'accueillir Lili Johanis au Forum des politiques publiques en tant que chargée de programmes, École du FPP.
Bienvenue chez le FPP, Lili !
November 12, 2025 at 2:25 PM
We’re pleased to welcome Lili Johanis to the Public Policy Forum as Program Lead, PPF Academy.
Welcome to PPF, Lili!
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Nous sommes heureux d'accueillir Lili Johanis au Forum des politiques publiques en tant que chargée de programmes, École du FPP.
Bienvenue chez le FPP, Lili !
Welcome to PPF, Lili!
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Nous sommes heureux d'accueillir Lili Johanis au Forum des politiques publiques en tant que chargée de programmes, École du FPP.
Bienvenue chez le FPP, Lili !
Thank you to our engaged participants — spanning government, private and non-profit sectors — for making the 𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 of PPF & @mila-quebec.bsky.social’s AI Policy Compass our most action-oriented yet.
November 3, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Thank you to our engaged participants — spanning government, private and non-profit sectors — for making the 𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 of PPF & @mila-quebec.bsky.social’s AI Policy Compass our most action-oriented yet.
Meet two of the expert voices joining us for Managing Canada’s Interests Under Trump 2.0 — a one-day intensive learning program designed to help policy and program professionals navigate the turbulent Canada-U.S. relationship.
🗓️ November 13 | Ottawa
🗓️ November 13 | Ottawa
October 28, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Meet two of the expert voices joining us for Managing Canada’s Interests Under Trump 2.0 — a one-day intensive learning program designed to help policy and program professionals navigate the turbulent Canada-U.S. relationship.
🗓️ November 13 | Ottawa
🗓️ November 13 | Ottawa
From agentic #AI to global governance, four incredible speakers bring diverse expertise and real-world experience to the AI Policy Compass, our flagship learning program for policy professionals.
📍 Ottawa | October 23-24
@mila-quebec.bsky.social
📍 Ottawa | October 23-24
@mila-quebec.bsky.social
October 15, 2025 at 1:34 PM
From agentic #AI to global governance, four incredible speakers bring diverse expertise and real-world experience to the AI Policy Compass, our flagship learning program for policy professionals.
📍 Ottawa | October 23-24
@mila-quebec.bsky.social
📍 Ottawa | October 23-24
@mila-quebec.bsky.social
Become a leader in AI governance: Register today for PPF Academy’s upcoming edition of the AI Policy Compass!
This hands-on learning program offers participants a deep dive into the risks, opportunities and applications of #AI in public policy settings.
This hands-on learning program offers participants a deep dive into the risks, opportunities and applications of #AI in public policy settings.
October 9, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Become a leader in AI governance: Register today for PPF Academy’s upcoming edition of the AI Policy Compass!
This hands-on learning program offers participants a deep dive into the risks, opportunities and applications of #AI in public policy settings.
This hands-on learning program offers participants a deep dive into the risks, opportunities and applications of #AI in public policy settings.
AI is reshaping public policy. How can leaders use it responsibly?
Participants of the AI Policy Compass — offered jointly with @mila-quebec.bsky.social — leave with clear, actionable next steps to bring back to their organizations.
Participants of the AI Policy Compass — offered jointly with @mila-quebec.bsky.social — leave with clear, actionable next steps to bring back to their organizations.
October 3, 2025 at 3:41 PM
AI is reshaping public policy. How can leaders use it responsibly?
Participants of the AI Policy Compass — offered jointly with @mila-quebec.bsky.social — leave with clear, actionable next steps to bring back to their organizations.
Participants of the AI Policy Compass — offered jointly with @mila-quebec.bsky.social — leave with clear, actionable next steps to bring back to their organizations.
Congratulations to our partners at @hotdocs.bsky.social on the successful Ottawa premiere of #CitizenMinutes last week! 🎬
We’re proud to have supported showcase of everyday Canadians driving change from the ground up, reminding us of the power of individual action in shaping our democracy.
We’re proud to have supported showcase of everyday Canadians driving change from the ground up, reminding us of the power of individual action in shaping our democracy.
October 3, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Congratulations to our partners at @hotdocs.bsky.social on the successful Ottawa premiere of #CitizenMinutes last week! 🎬
We’re proud to have supported showcase of everyday Canadians driving change from the ground up, reminding us of the power of individual action in shaping our democracy.
We’re proud to have supported showcase of everyday Canadians driving change from the ground up, reminding us of the power of individual action in shaping our democracy.
⏳ Early bird ends tomorrow! Don’t miss your chance to secure discounted tickets for the biggest events on Canada’s policy calendar.
On May 7, leaders, innovators and changemakers will gather in Toronto for the 2026 Growth Summit, followed by the Testimonial Dinner.
On May 7, leaders, innovators and changemakers will gather in Toronto for the 2026 Growth Summit, followed by the Testimonial Dinner.
October 2, 2025 at 3:47 PM
⏳ Early bird ends tomorrow! Don’t miss your chance to secure discounted tickets for the biggest events on Canada’s policy calendar.
On May 7, leaders, innovators and changemakers will gather in Toronto for the 2026 Growth Summit, followed by the Testimonial Dinner.
On May 7, leaders, innovators and changemakers will gather in Toronto for the 2026 Growth Summit, followed by the Testimonial Dinner.
We are delighted to welcome Dayna Tong to the PPF team.
As Program Coordinator, Dayna will support the development and delivery of events and learning programs across PPF Academy and the @actioncanada.bsky.social Fellowship.
Welcome, Dayna!
As Program Coordinator, Dayna will support the development and delivery of events and learning programs across PPF Academy and the @actioncanada.bsky.social Fellowship.
Welcome, Dayna!
September 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
We are delighted to welcome Dayna Tong to the PPF team.
As Program Coordinator, Dayna will support the development and delivery of events and learning programs across PPF Academy and the @actioncanada.bsky.social Fellowship.
Welcome, Dayna!
As Program Coordinator, Dayna will support the development and delivery of events and learning programs across PPF Academy and the @actioncanada.bsky.social Fellowship.
Welcome, Dayna!
Want to gain strategies to better advance Canadian interests in turbulent times?
Join us for the second edition of Managing Canada’s Interests Under Trump 2.0 — a one-day course for policy and program professionals.
📅 November 13, 2025 | 📍 Downtown Ottawa
Join us for the second edition of Managing Canada’s Interests Under Trump 2.0 — a one-day course for policy and program professionals.
📅 November 13, 2025 | 📍 Downtown Ottawa
September 25, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Want to gain strategies to better advance Canadian interests in turbulent times?
Join us for the second edition of Managing Canada’s Interests Under Trump 2.0 — a one-day course for policy and program professionals.
📅 November 13, 2025 | 📍 Downtown Ottawa
Join us for the second edition of Managing Canada’s Interests Under Trump 2.0 — a one-day course for policy and program professionals.
📅 November 13, 2025 | 📍 Downtown Ottawa
As part of our work on local news & democracy, we're proud to sponsor the Future of Independent Media Summit, Oct. 3-4 at @carleton.ca, Ottawa.
This @pressforwardcanada.bsky.social event brings together publishers, policy experts, philanthropists & more to discuss the future of independent media.
This @pressforwardcanada.bsky.social event brings together publishers, policy experts, philanthropists & more to discuss the future of independent media.
September 24, 2025 at 1:41 PM
As part of our work on local news & democracy, we're proud to sponsor the Future of Independent Media Summit, Oct. 3-4 at @carleton.ca, Ottawa.
This @pressforwardcanada.bsky.social event brings together publishers, policy experts, philanthropists & more to discuss the future of independent media.
This @pressforwardcanada.bsky.social event brings together publishers, policy experts, philanthropists & more to discuss the future of independent media.
PPF is proud to partner with Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival’s #CitizenMinutes for this sold-out screening and panel this Saturday in Ottawa.
We look forward to joining you in spotlighting these powerful stories of everyday leadership. 👏
We look forward to joining you in spotlighting these powerful stories of everyday leadership. 👏
September 22, 2025 at 2:35 PM
PPF is proud to partner with Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival’s #CitizenMinutes for this sold-out screening and panel this Saturday in Ottawa.
We look forward to joining you in spotlighting these powerful stories of everyday leadership. 👏
We look forward to joining you in spotlighting these powerful stories of everyday leadership. 👏
AI governance isn’t just theory — it’s real-world challenges that need real-world solutions.
AI Policy Compass (with @mila-quebec.bsky.social) equips policy pros with the tools they need to navigate AI policy challenges.
📍 Ottawa, Oct 23–24
🔗 Register: ppforum.ca/academy/navi...
AI Policy Compass (with @mila-quebec.bsky.social) equips policy pros with the tools they need to navigate AI policy challenges.
📍 Ottawa, Oct 23–24
🔗 Register: ppforum.ca/academy/navi...
September 18, 2025 at 5:50 PM
AI governance isn’t just theory — it’s real-world challenges that need real-world solutions.
AI Policy Compass (with @mila-quebec.bsky.social) equips policy pros with the tools they need to navigate AI policy challenges.
📍 Ottawa, Oct 23–24
🔗 Register: ppforum.ca/academy/navi...
AI Policy Compass (with @mila-quebec.bsky.social) equips policy pros with the tools they need to navigate AI policy challenges.
📍 Ottawa, Oct 23–24
🔗 Register: ppforum.ca/academy/navi...
Join our team!
PPF Academy is hiring a Program Lead to help design and deliver high-quality, practical learning programs that strengthen Canada’s policy ecosystem.
PPF Academy is hiring a Program Lead to help design and deliver high-quality, practical learning programs that strengthen Canada’s policy ecosystem.
September 15, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Join our team!
PPF Academy is hiring a Program Lead to help design and deliver high-quality, practical learning programs that strengthen Canada’s policy ecosystem.
PPF Academy is hiring a Program Lead to help design and deliver high-quality, practical learning programs that strengthen Canada’s policy ecosystem.
We’re pleased to partner with the SMR Forum as this transformative, two-day event returns to Edmonton on September 25-26 for the second edition of Pioneering SMRs in Western Canada.
September 10, 2025 at 2:08 PM
We’re pleased to partner with the SMR Forum as this transformative, two-day event returns to Edmonton on September 25-26 for the second edition of Pioneering SMRs in Western Canada.
Do public servants need to be afraid of AI? Not if they’re prepared for the transformation.
With Canada’s first federal AI strategy in place — and billions committed in AI investment — artificial intelligence is poised to reshape how government serves Canadians.
With Canada’s first federal AI strategy in place — and billions committed in AI investment — artificial intelligence is poised to reshape how government serves Canadians.
September 4, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Do public servants need to be afraid of AI? Not if they’re prepared for the transformation.
With Canada’s first federal AI strategy in place — and billions committed in AI investment — artificial intelligence is poised to reshape how government serves Canadians.
With Canada’s first federal AI strategy in place — and billions committed in AI investment — artificial intelligence is poised to reshape how government serves Canadians.
Canadians’ trust in public institutions is eroding — but there is a way forward.
The 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer shows a 21 percent increase since 2021 in the number of Canadians who worry government leaders are misleading citizens.
The 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer shows a 21 percent increase since 2021 in the number of Canadians who worry government leaders are misleading citizens.
September 3, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Canadians’ trust in public institutions is eroding — but there is a way forward.
The 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer shows a 21 percent increase since 2021 in the number of Canadians who worry government leaders are misleading citizens.
The 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer shows a 21 percent increase since 2021 in the number of Canadians who worry government leaders are misleading citizens.
We are pleased to have Martine Deschamps joining the Public Policy Forum as Executive Assistant & Corporate Secretary to our President & CEO. Welcome, Martine!
August 26, 2025 at 3:29 PM
We are pleased to have Martine Deschamps joining the Public Policy Forum as Executive Assistant & Corporate Secretary to our President & CEO. Welcome, Martine!
How do you communicate policy to over 500 million citizens, across 27 countries and in 24 languages? Just ask Laure Van Hauwaert, co-facilitator of our upcoming learning program.
At WPP, she’s helped shape policy communications that cut through complexity to reach citizens wherever they are.
At WPP, she’s helped shape policy communications that cut through complexity to reach citizens wherever they are.
August 25, 2025 at 2:47 PM
How do you communicate policy to over 500 million citizens, across 27 countries and in 24 languages? Just ask Laure Van Hauwaert, co-facilitator of our upcoming learning program.
At WPP, she’s helped shape policy communications that cut through complexity to reach citizens wherever they are.
At WPP, she’s helped shape policy communications that cut through complexity to reach citizens wherever they are.
Is your policy messaging not resonating?
PPF Academy’s upcoming executive learning program is designed for leaders who want their communications strategies to shape public behaviour, build trust and help them achieve policy outcomes.
PPF Academy’s upcoming executive learning program is designed for leaders who want their communications strategies to shape public behaviour, build trust and help them achieve policy outcomes.
August 14, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Is your policy messaging not resonating?
PPF Academy’s upcoming executive learning program is designed for leaders who want their communications strategies to shape public behaviour, build trust and help them achieve policy outcomes.
PPF Academy’s upcoming executive learning program is designed for leaders who want their communications strategies to shape public behaviour, build trust and help them achieve policy outcomes.
Save 10% with our combined ticket offer. Register here: events.ppforum.ca/GrowthSummit...
August 12, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Save 10% with our combined ticket offer. Register here: events.ppforum.ca/GrowthSummit...
🐦 Secure your early bird tickets for the biggest events on Canada’s policy calendar!
On May 7, the nation’s most compelling thought leaders, innovators and changemakers will convene in Toronto for the 2026 Growth Summit, followed by the Testimonial Dinner.
On May 7, the nation’s most compelling thought leaders, innovators and changemakers will convene in Toronto for the 2026 Growth Summit, followed by the Testimonial Dinner.
August 12, 2025 at 3:11 PM
🐦 Secure your early bird tickets for the biggest events on Canada’s policy calendar!
On May 7, the nation’s most compelling thought leaders, innovators and changemakers will convene in Toronto for the 2026 Growth Summit, followed by the Testimonial Dinner.
On May 7, the nation’s most compelling thought leaders, innovators and changemakers will convene in Toronto for the 2026 Growth Summit, followed by the Testimonial Dinner.
Reserve your seat now and save on tickets to both events with our combined ticket offer — or register separately on our website: events.ppforum.ca/GrowthSummit...
July 30, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Reserve your seat now and save on tickets to both events with our combined ticket offer — or register separately on our website: events.ppforum.ca/GrowthSummit...