The Pearson Centre for Progressive Policy

Progressive Dialogue and Policy for a Better Canada

    September 2, 2014

    Nenshi calls on federal parties to focus on city investments

    Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi will participate in a roundtable discussion on September 4 in Ottawa, on the subject of Federal-Municipal Cooperation. The session is limited to 25 people from a cross-section of interests and perspectives.

    September 22, 2014

    KIM CAMPBELL: NATION BUILDER

    • EVENT 1: National Arts Centre; EVENT 2: Carleton University

    TWO EVENTS ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22: Recognizing the role that the Right Honourable Kim Campbell played as federal minister and Prime Minister, and what she has done since, in Canada and internationally. And….what does this mean for the future? Co-spo

    April 1, 2014

    Global Progress Evening: Albright & Axworthy

    Madeleine Albright and Lloyd Axworthy headlined the Global Progress Dinner in Toronto on April 1, 2014. As U.S. Secretary of State during the Clinton Administration, and Foreign Affairs Minister during the Chretien government, they were counterparts an

    January 22, 2014

    Economic Projections for Canadian Families 2014

    • University Club of Toronto 380 University Ave. (Between Queen and Dundas)

    These are not the easiest times for Canadians, for young people, for seniors, for the middle class. What can Canadian families expect in 2014? What can business and investors expect? Are we pursing the right fiscal and monetary policies? What about ear

    October 1, 2013

    The Progressive Memos: Call for Submissions

    Through our “Progressive Memos” the Canadian Centre challenges Canadians to put forward ideas for better public policy. You are invited to send us your analyses, critiques, and most importantly, your ideas for the future. For more information about thi

    April 22, 2013

    The Relevance of the Pearson Legacy for Today & Tomorrow

    • Parliament Building

    50 years ago on April 22, 1963, Lester B. Pearson became Prime Minister of Canada, ushering in one of the most activist and productive governments in the history of Canada, which brought us a new Canadian flag, Medicare, the Canada Pension Plan, Canada