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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Read new research from recent MA graduate Claire Lillow and Dr. Koning about online comments on immigration: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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New Expressions of Public Opinion on Immigration: Measuring Comments About Immigration on Canadian Online Legacy Media
This paper studies more than 23,000 online comments on 228 articles about immigration that appeared in 2023 on the websites of the Globe and Mail and the National Post. While studying these comment...
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Join us tomorrow for a talk with Political Science Professor Dr. Jordi Díez! Dr. Díez presents his latest book, The Judicial Politics of Abortion in Latin America. More info: uoguel.ph/judicial-politics
High Courts & Abortion Law: Judicial Politics of Abortion in Latin America
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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
#UofG | Dr. Andrea Paras speaks to @cdnaffairs.bsky.social about medical assistance in dying following a court case in B.C. Read more: www.canadianaffairs.news/2026/01/20…
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B.C. court tackles Catholic hospitals’ objections to MAID
Do Catholic hospitals violate their patients' constitutional rights by requiring them to be transferred elsewhere to receive MAID?
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Adam Kochanski @adamkochanski.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
Congratulations to my @uofgpolisci.bsky.social colleague Dr. Jordi Diez for launching his new book The Judicial Politics of Abortion in Latin America @anotherstoryto.bsky.social in Toronto last night. Buy the book! uncpress.org/978146968974...
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Adam Sneyd 🇨🇦 @adamsneyd.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Grad Student Conference Alert: @uofgpolisci.bsky.social and @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social are co-organizing the 15th annual Mapping the Global Dimensions of Policy conference - submit your abstracts!! politicalscience.mcmaster.ca/research/map...
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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
#UofG | Dr. Jordi Díez speaks to @globalnews.ca about the recent U.S. military operation in Venezuela. Read more: globalnews.ca/news/1160007...
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‘A volatile White House’: What shaped responses to U.S.’s Venezuela attack? - National | Globalnews.ca
Canada’s statement does not mention the United States, with Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand calling on 'all parties to exercise restraint and uphold international law.'
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Kate Puddister @katepuddister.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
Important work here by @uofgpolisci.bsky.social postdoc scholar Dr. Dax D'Orazio: Leaked police recording offers 'a slice of the culture,' researcher says: www.sootoday.com/local-news/l... @uofguelphnews.bsky.social
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Leaked police recording offers 'a slice of the culture,' researcher says
'Those guys are untouchable': Recording of a comedy roast obtained by a researcher contains audio of police cracking jokes about sexual harassment, trumped-up charges and destroying evidence
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Reminder: Join us tomorrow from 5:30pm to 7:00pm for a special lecture by Justice Malcolm Rowe of the Supreme Court of Canada! More info: uoguel.ph/justice-malc...
Justice Malcolm Rowe: Constitutional Totalism and its Consequences
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Deborah Stienstra @dstienstra.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Happy to share a new open-access publication: "Bringing feminist disability knowledge to Canada's global policies" doi.org/10.1177/0020... @cpsa-acsp.bsky.social @raulpachecovega.bsky.social @edid-ghdi.bsky.social @liveworkwell.bsky.social
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Join us for a special lecture by Justice Malcolm Rowe of the Supreme Court of Canada! Justice Rowe will discuss the constitutional and institutional role of courts within Canada’s system of government. More info: uoguel.ph/justice-malcolm-rowe
Justice Malcolm Rowe - Constitutional Totalism and its Consequences
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
New from Professor Tamara Small: “Digital integration in political advertising: Insights from expenditures in the 2019 and 2021 Canadian elections”:
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Digital integration in political advertising: Insights from expenditures in the 2019 and 2021 Canadian elections
Abstract. Digital political advertising is “interactive content placed for a fee” (Fowler et al., 2020, 111). It has been long assumed that Canadian politi
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Dr. Dax D'Orazio, post-doctoral fellow at the University of Guelph, was interviewed about free speech on campus in this episode of CBC’s Ideas: www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
#UofG | Dr. Julie Simmons weighs in on Western provinces' reaction to the federal budget with @nationalobserver.com. #cdnpoli Read more: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/11/06/n...
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Alberta and Saskatchewan play nice with federal budget, for now
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe did not lambaste the federal government's recent budget despite its language suggesting the provinces must fall in line with federal i...
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Join Dr. Martha Paynter as she speaks to her 20-year effort in promoting abortion access in Canada in this talk hosted by the Department of Political Science Speakers Series and the Grounded and Engaged Theory Lab. For more information: uoguel.ph/POLS-Lawless
Lawless: Abortion Under Complete Decriminalization
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Join us for a guest lecture with Dr. Michal Freedhoff, former Assistant Administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP) and past Biden administration appointee. More information: uoguel.ph/inside-the-EPA
Inside the US EPA: Administrative Power & Environmental Regulation
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Thinking about grad school? Do you want a meaningful career where you can drive change in public policy, governance, law, and justice? Explore the MA or PhD Political Science programs at #UofG! Join us for a Graduate Info Night: csahs.uoguelph.ca/events/2025/...
Info session Political Science MA, PhD, Live Q&A. Four students standing and chatting in front of the University of Guelph's gryphon statue.
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Live Work Well Research Centre @liveworkwell.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
The LWWRC is co-hosting the fourth panel in our Countering Policy Exclusions speaker series! Join us and discuss women and gender-diverse leaders with disabilities in policy and politics. 🗓️: November 10, 2025 ⏰: 3-4:30 pm ET 📍: MacKinnon 019/Zoom Learn more and register: bit.ly/4774oWY
Leading in Policy & Politics: Women & Girls with Disabilities is the fourth event in the Countering Policy Exclusions speaker series.
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Speaker Series: Next Wednesday, October 22, join our panel of political experts for an engaging discussion about the first six months of the new Mark Carney-led federal government. More details: csahs.uoguelph.ca/events/2025/...
Six Months In: Grading the Carney-led Liberals
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University of Guelph @uofguelph.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
#UofG’s Justice and Legal Studies (JLS) program offers an early introduction to law from a social science perspective, equipping students with the skills to pursue diverse careers in the legal field. Learn more: uoguel.ph/oz183
A plaque on a bench reading "University of Guelph, Justice & Legal Studies, Class of 2025, Commemorating the First Graduating Class."
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University of Guelph @uofguelph.bsky.social · 25/08/2025
Orientation Week at #UofG begins on Saturday, August 30, with hundreds of events lined up to kick off the new school year! New students will have the chance to connect, explore campus, and get involved as they start their university journey. Learn more: uoguel.ph/z4zqw
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O-Week Helps U of G Students Get to Know Campus
New University of Guelph students are about to dive into an unforgettable Orientation Week packed with energy, connection and support.
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
Featuring insight from Dr. Dax D’Orazio, post-doctoral fellow at the University of Guelph: Examining political extremism in Canada ottawa.citynews.ca/2025/07/10/q...
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Examining political extremism in Canada in the wake of the alleged anti-government militia plot in Quebec
A look at political extremism in Canada in the wake of an alleged plot involving a militia to take over a portion of Quebec City.
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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
#UofG | Dr. Julie Simmons is available for interviews to discuss the upcoming federal byelection in Alberta, where Pierre Poilievre is running to win back a seat in the House of Commons. #CdnPoli Learn more in our latest #ExpertAlert: news.uoguelph.ca/2025/07/expe...
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Expert Available: Pierre Poilievre Running in Byelection
Constituents in the rural Alberta riding of Battle River-Crowfoot will head to the polls on Aug. 18 for a byelection in which Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre hopes to win back a seat in the House...
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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
#UofG | Poli sci professor, Dr. Julie Simmons, speaks with the Times of India about the results of the federal election. Read more:
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Mark Carney strong, yet just short: How Liberals fell short after a stunning comeback in Canada polls - The Times of India
Rest of World News: Mark Carney's Liberals surged in the polls, fueled by his 'Canada Strong' message and perceived ability to counter Trump. However, a late shift in Tru
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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
#UofG | Poli sci professor, Dr. Mark Harding, talks to the @thestar.com about what's next for the federal NDP. Read more:
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The NDP is losing official party status after Canada’s election. Here’s what that means
Meanwhile, Jagmeet Singh stepped down as NDP Leader after losing his own seat amid one of the party’s worst election outcomes.
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Dr. Julie Simmons spoke to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) to analyze the results of the election: www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04...
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Canadian Liberals win but unclear if majority or minority
Follow the latest news headlines from Australia's most trusted source. Read in-depth expert analysis and watch live coverage on ABC News.
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Live Work Well Research Centre @liveworkwell.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Congratulations LWWRC cluster co-lead @leahlevac.bsky.social, Laura Pin, Amanda Buchnea, Jayne Malenfant, and Jes Annan on their article which highlights people with lived experiences of homelessness in drafting a progressive National Housing Strategy. Read it here bit.ly/42JEJzR!
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A national housing strategy for whom? Possibilities and limits in Canada’s National Housing Strategy (NHS) for a rights-based housing regime
The lack of adequate housing has reached crisis levels in many countries, including Canada. Further, housing policy development often excludes the knowledges of people with lived experience (LE) of...
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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
#UofG | Dr. Julie Simmons shares her insight on the number of Indigenous candidates running in the federal election, with @cdnpress.bsky.social
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‘This is a call:’ Indigenous candidates reflect on running in the federal election
Maintaining reconciliation efforts between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, answering calls to help constituents, and uniting Canadians are some reasons Indigenous political hopefuls say the...
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
Professor Adam Kochanski (@adamkochanski.bsky.social) co-edited a special issue of Global Studies Quarterly on Localization in World Politics. Kochanski co-edited the collection of articles and co-authored the introductory essay with Professors @emilykmscott.bsky.social & Jennifer Welsh #SSHRCfunded
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Localization in World Politics: Bridging Theory and Practice
Abstract. This Introduction and Special Forum highlight the importance of localization for the study of world politics, both as a theoretical concept in in
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Featuring insight from Dr. Julie Simmons: “'Generational' election: U.S. threats could drive higher voter turnout, experts say” www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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'Generational' election: U.S. threats could drive higher voter turnout, experts say | CBC News
The stakes are high, with U.S. President Donald Trump threatening both Canada’s economy and sovereignty. That could lead to higher turnout at the polls as Canadians decide which party is best equipped...
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Read Professor Koning's article in The Conversation about his new dataset on immigrant welfare exclusion: Politicians’ attacks on immigrants lack solid evidence: New data set the record straight. theconversation.com/politicians-...
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Politicians’ attacks on immigrants lack solid evidence: New data set the record straight
Many political debates about immigration and the welfare of immigrants are not accompanied by facts. A new data set can help with that.
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
Join us for our upcoming Roundtable on Populism and Immigration Policy Speaker Series event: March 6, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm in JTP 2266.
Political Science Speaker Series - Roundtable on Populism and Immigration Policy. Join our panel of political experts for a breakdown of the contentious politics on populism and immigration around the world. March 6, 2025, 11:30 - 1:00 P.M. John T. Powell - Room 2266.
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Dr. Koning launched a new website with data on the level of immigrant welfare exclusion in different countries and at different moments in time. Check it out! www.iespi.ca
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The Immigrant Exclusion from Social Programs Index (IESPI)
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Mortara Center for International Studies, Georgetown University @mortaracenter.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
Last week the Mortara Center and Professors Diana Kim and @pauliinapatana.bsky.social, with the support of @cgesgeorgetown.bsky.social, hosted the Politics of Social Stratification: Global Perspectives, a workshop aimed at examining the politics of social stratification, inequality, and identity.
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Adam Sneyd 🇨🇦 @adamsneyd.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
David Peck is relaunching his podcast with our conversation on Hidden Politics and the SDGs - have a listen & share for your students and colleagues! shows.acast.com/face2face-wi... @lcotula.bsky.social @davethomas.bsky.social @ryankatzrosene.bsky.social
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Hidden Politics - Hidden Agendas | Face2Face with David Peck
Unpacking the Secret Powers of Commodities with Adam Sneyd
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Kate Puddister @katepuddister.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Important reporting by Wendy Gillis @torontostar.bsky.social I provide some context based on my research on police sexual violence with @daniellemcnabb.bsky.social www.thestar.com/news/gta/an-...
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An Ontario police officer was fired for his ‘inappropriate’ relationship with a teenage girl. 20 years later, she’s telling her story — and demanding justice
“I thought, over the years, that I'd be able to forget and move on, and I can't,” said a woman who alleges she was sexually assaulted by a Durham police
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
New from Dr. Jordi Díez, "The Decriminalization of Abortion in Latin America: A Tale of Gradual Judicialization," in PS: Political Science & Politics (@pspolisci.bsky.social): doi.org/10.1017/S104... (OPEN ACCESS)
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The Decriminalization of Abortion in Latin America: A Tale of Gradual Judicialization | PS: Political Science & Politics | Cambridge Core
The Decriminalization of Abortion in Latin America: A Tale of Gradual Judicialization
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
New from Dr. Geoffrey Cameron, "Private sponsorship prefigured: Religious groups and Canada's Cold War refugee policy," Journal of Refugee Studies: doi.org/10.1093/jrs/... (OPEN ACCESS)
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Private sponsorship prefigured: Religious groups and Canada’s Cold War refugee policy
Abstract. Canada’s policy of private refugee sponsorship has attracted growing international attention as a complementary pathway to refugee protection, wh
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Adam Sneyd 🇨🇦 @adamsneyd.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Hidden Politics is starting to hit the road and I'll be uploading events and appearances on my new website over the next while - check it out! adamsneyd.com/news/hidden-... @uofgpolisci.bsky.social
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Hidden Politics on the road
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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Hello Bluesky! The Department of Political Science at the University of Guelph is pleased to meet you. Check us out! polisci.uoguelph.ca
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