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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

We’re excited to welcome Gitane De Silva, former CEO of the Canada Energy Regulator, to the #GrowthSummit2026 stage for a fireside conversation with newly announced speaker Fatih Birol, Executive Director of @iea.org.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

🌟 Speaker spotlight 🌟 Meet Brian Kingston, guest speaker for our upcoming program, Managing Canada’s Interests under Trump 2.0. As President & CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, Brian represents a sector deeply affected by ongoing economic uncertainty.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

PPF is pleased to announce that Fatih Birol, Executive Director of @iea.org, will join us for a fireside interview at #GrowthSummit2026 on May 7 in Toronto.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Meet our Program Director for PPF Academy’s Change Leadership in the Public Sector, Neil Bouwer. Neil has held senior leadership roles across multiple departments, guiding teams through policy change and organizational transformation.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

That’s a wrap! Practitioners gathered in Ottawa for The Art of Writing About Policy, a PPF Academy masterclass designed to help ideas cut through and land with impact.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

At #GrowthSummit2026, expect a lineup of extraordinary speakers — including the Hon. Mélanie Joly, the Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

PPF Academy’s AI Advantage workshop is built for public servants who want to thrive in a rapidly changing work environment. Participants of AI Advantage walk away not only with a smarter approach to work, but also personalized feedback from AI experts with @mila-quebec.bsky.social.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

We’re hiring! The Public Policy Forum (PPF) is seeking a senior communications and marketing leader to join our executive team and help shape how policy ideas land in Canada’s public conversation. See the full job description and find out how to apply here: ppforum.ca/careers/vice...

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

At #GrowthSummit2026, participants will hear from dozens of leading thinkers and practitioners exploring how Canada can chart a path toward sustainable economic growth. Parmi eux figure Robert Greenhill, président exécutif de Global Canada.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Last chance to register for PPF Academy’s The Art of Writing About Policy, co-led by former senior public servant Neil Bouwer and former @nytimes.com correspondent Dan Bilefsky! ICYMI: Hear from one of our program directors on what participants will get from the course. ⬇️

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

We’re thrilled to have Anderson Chuck, President and CEO of @cihica.bsky.social, joining us at the 2026 Canada Growth Summit! #GrowthSummit2026

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Join us for a conversation with emerging public policy leaders on extreme weather and climate resilience. The 2025-26 @actioncanada.bsky.social Fellows will present policy findings and recommendations developed through 10 months of interviews, consultations and research across the country.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Meet Shingai Manjengwa, program director for PPF Academy’s AI Advantage workshop! In addition to her role as Senior Director of Education & Development at @mila-quebec.bsky.social, Shingai is an award-winning educator and a trailblazer in digital transformation across sectors.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

The list of extraordinary speakers at our upcoming #GrowthSummit2026 keeps growing. We’re pleased to welcome Ehren Cory, CEO of the @cib-bic.bsky.social.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

We’re looking forward to having @brettehouse.bsky.social, economics professor at @columbiauniversity.bsky.social, back as a panel moderator at #GrowthSummit2026 in Toronto!

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

PPF this week released Canada’s super sectors: A focused strategy for economic growth, by PPF Fellows Sean Speer and @trevortombe.bsky.social. The report offers a concrete, transparent and strategic guide for where governments should invest scarce resources to maximize returns.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

We’re pleased to welcome Steve Verheul, former chief trade negotiator for Canada, as a panelist at the 2026 Canada Growth Summit! On May 7 in Toronto, hundreds of engaged Canadians will gather to explore today’s defining issues — including how Canada can navigate today’s geopolitical landscape.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Effective policy writing isn’t just about expertise or access. It’s about clarity, relevance and human connection. In an upcoming PPF Academy session, former @nytimes.com journalist Dan Bilefsky will delve into what makes complex public policy something people will actually want to read.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Joel Dickinson, Clerk of the Executive Council of New Brunswick, will be speaking at #GrowthSummit2026! A senior civil servant with deep experience in Atlantic Canada, Dickinson will join a panel of clerks to examine how governments can work together to advance economic growth across Canada.

A blue image with a photo of a person wearing a suit. The image reads, Joel Dickinson, Clerk of the Executive Council of New Brunswick / Greffière du Conseil exécutif du Nouveau-Brunswick. On driving forward economic growth / L'accélération de la croissance économique

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

We’re pleased to welcome Michelle DiEmanuele, Secretary of the Cabinet of Ontario, as a speaker at #GrowthSummit2026! Secretary DiEmanuele will join a panel on driving forward economic growth across Canada, bringing insights from the heart of public service leadership.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

We’re looking forward to welcoming Dale McFee, Deputy Minister of the Executive Council of Alberta, as a speaker at PPF’s #GrowthSummit2026. McFee will join a panel of clerks to explore how provincial governments can work together to drive economic growth across the federation.

A blue image with a photo of a person wearing a suit and glasses. The image says, Dale McFee, Deputy Minister, Executive Council, Alberta / Sous-ministre du Conseil exécutif du gouvernement de l'Alberta. On driving forward economic growth / L'accélération de la croissance économique

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Want your policy writing to shape outcomes, not just documents? ✍️ In this video, PPF Academy program co-director and seasoned public servant Neil Bouwer shares how briefing notes and memoranda are efficient — but limited in their potential impact:

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

We are delighted to have Ambassador Nadia Theodore, Permanent Representative to the @wto.org, speaking at the 2026 Growth Summit! Amb. Theodore will join a panel to share insights on how Canada should navigate the new global world order amid geopolitical uncertainties and volatile #trade dynamics.

An image of a person smiling. Text on image says Nadia Theodore, Ambassador and Permanent Representative, World Trade Organization / Ambassadrive et représentante permanente, Organisation mondiale du commerce. On Canada in the new world dynamics / dynamique mondiale

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

We are delighted to announce that Bryan Detchou is the winner of PPF’s 2026 Emerging Leader Award, presented by TD Bank Group. The award is a recognition of Bryan’s demonstrated and exceptional commitment to the principles of public service.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Meet our Program Director for PPF Academy’s Change Leadership in the Public Sector, Rachel Wernick. Rachel is an accomplished public sector executive with experience leading major policy and program files across the Government of Canada.

This is a blue poster with the words, "Introducing Rachel Wernick: Program Director, Change Leadership in the Public Sector, a new PPF Academy program." The program takes place in Ottawa on March 30 and 31, 2026. There is an image of a person wearing a blazer on the bottom right corner of the poster.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Your path to public service excellence starts here! Registration is now open for the Policy Leadership Program. Kevin Belanger, Senior Policy Adviser at NSERC, shares how the PLP helped strengthen his skills and professional network:

The image is a blue poster showing the logos of the Public Policy Forum and Telfer Executive Programs. There is an image of a person wearing a checkered shirt, and the words: "The quality of the content, the number of current and former senior leaders, the professional coaching, and the delivery was world-class," says Kevin Belanger, Senior Policy Advisor, NSERC, a participant of the 2025 Policy Leadership Program.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Advance your public service leadership journey by registering for the Policy Leadership Program by January 15! Hear from Mélanie Rivest, Manager at Canadian Heritage, on her experience with the program. ⬇️

“The Policy Leadership Program is the first leadership program I have attended that focuses on policy. In an era of uncertainties and political changes, I feel better equipped to provide the best policy considerations to a new government while leading my team through changes. The guest speakers were one of the highlights of the program: Deputy Ministers, ADMs, and DGs with real policy changes,” says Melanie Rivest, Manager at Canadian Heritage and 2025 participant of the Policy Leadership Program.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Meet one of the program directors for The Art of Writing About Policy, Neil Bouwer! Currently a professor of practice at @mcgill.ca’s @maxbellschool.bsky.social, Neil shares his expertise in framing complex issues and communicating them clearly to diverse audiences.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Meet one of our directors for The Art of Writing About Policy, Dan Bilefsky! Dan brings over three decades of experience reporting for @nytimes.com, and @financialtimes.com and @wsj.com, covering wars, political upheaval, corruption and human rights crises worldwide.

Introducing the Art of Writing About Policy, a new PPF Academy Program offered by the Public Policy Forum, featuring program director Dan Bilefsky. The program is offered in Ottawa on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Fatih Birol, executive director of the International Energy Agency (@iea.org), will receive a Global Laureate Testimonial Award at our gala next year.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Join us for The Art of Writing About Policy, a one-day masterclass designed to strengthen how policy ideas are written, shared and understood — led by former @nytimes.com correspondent Dan Bilefsky and former senior public servant Neil Bouwer. 📍 Ottawa, February 12, 2026

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Meet Sasha Tregebov, one of the facilitators for the upcoming Policy Leadership Program! 🌟 During his session in the Policy Leadership Program, he explores how behavioural insights can be used by public servants to improve policy design and implementation.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

🌟 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.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

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.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

We’re pleased to welcome Lili Johanis to the Public Policy Forum as Program Lead, PPF Academy. Welcome to PPF, Lili! -- 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 !

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

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.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

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

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

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

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

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.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

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.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

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.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

⏳ 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.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

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!

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

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

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

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.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

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. 👏

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

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...

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

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.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

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.

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Public Policy Forum @ppforumca.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

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.

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