Politics News

Dr. Cynthia Alexander receives grant to create open education resource

This project will create an interdisciplinary textbook that centers a decolonizing approach to public policy, amplifying Indigenous experts’ policy approaches and priorities.

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Politics students learn from Canadian leaders about political leadership

Dr. Alex Marland, the Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership, was host and moderator of a friendly yet frank discussion that brought together Independent, NDP, Liberal, and Conservative politicians and advisors - all to talk about the importance of trust in our political systems.

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Desmond Cole gives H.T. Reid Lecture

On January 21, journalist, radio host, and activist Desmond Cole will deliver the 2025 Reid Lecture, "The Shakedown: Local Policing in Canada"

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How Canada’s next generation of political leaders are rising to steer us in a positive direction

Led by the Jarislowsky Chairs in Trust and Political Leadership, Acadia students are making big strides in their understanding of what’s needed for leadership roles in public service

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Charlie Angus gives Sydney Taylor Memorial Lecture

Mr. Angus’s public talk titled, "There are no bystanders in the age of monsters: where Canada goes from here,” will take place on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026, in the Fountain Commons Great Hall between 6:30 and 8:30 pm.
 

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