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Economy, Trade & Jobs

In an increasingly uncertain world, our economy has been doing well compared to many other countries. But the middle-class has been losing ground and inequality continues to grow. Young people must be able to step into the workforce; trade needs to be diversified. Overall, Canada's economy needs a retool to ensure a better future for its citizens. How to attain these objectives?

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December 22, 2017

Social Infrastructure & the Digital Economy 2018

By Terrance Hunsley

Third in a series, Futures Entwined: The Nation State and the Welfare State For Ortega it was not a shared past that brought and kept diverse peoples together but a captivating vision for the future.(1) Justin Trudeau was elected in part because he was

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December 22, 2017

Social Infrastructure & the Digital Economy 2018

By Terrance Hunsley

Third in a series, Futures Entwined: The Nation State and the Welfare State For Ortega it was not a shared past that brought and kept diverse peoples together but a captivating vision for the future.(1) Justin Trudeau was elected in part because he was

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December 6, 2017

Bland Pudding: European Pillar of Social Rights – Hunsley

By Terrance Hunsley

Second in a series on Futures Entwined: The nation-state and the welfare state. How is the EUropean Union dealing with inequality, the global economy, population movement, and political cracks in the state of the union? The EU is suffering from the clo

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November 23, 2017

Futures Entwined: Nation State & Welfare State – Hunsley

By Terrance Hunsley

First in a Series It was a nice little quip for amateur philosophers. In Nixon’s 1972 visit to China, Premier Zhou Enlai was asked about the French Revolution and the development of democracy, and was reported to have replied “..it is too early to say.

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November 23, 2017

Futures Entwined: Nation State & Welfare State – Hunsley

By Terrance Hunsley

First in a Series It was a nice little quip for amateur philosophers. In Nixon’s 1972 visit to China, Premier Zhou Enlai was asked about the French Revolution and the development of democracy, and was reported to have replied “..it is too early to say.

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Event

November 16, 2017

1.Future of Work/ 2.Combating Hate (Vancouver Nov16)

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INVITATION to TWO ROUNDTABLES 9:30 – 11:30 am Roundtable on Combating Hate: Respecting diversity, overcoming discrimination and hate; 12:00–1:30 pm Roundtable on The Future of Work Preparing for the world of less full time jobs, the “Gig Economy”, high

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November 7, 2017

Copyright Reform Issues – International Panel (Nov7)

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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COPYRIGHT REFORM NEEDED TO HELP CANADIANS IN THE INTERNATIONAL MARKET Canadian, global voices weigh in as feds negotiate NAFTA and ahead of soon- to-begin Copyright Act review Ottawa, Nov. 7, 2017—As the federal gove

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November 1, 2017

Infrastructure: SOHI . CROMBIE . JEFFREY (Nov1)

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INFRASTRUCTURE IN MISSISSAUGA & BRAMPTON Collaborating to meet the needs of rapid growth SOHI . CHIARELLI . CROMBIE . JEFFREY November 1, 2017; 4:00 to 6:00 pm Location: Mississauga City Hall (12th Floor); 300 City Centre Drive Mississauga Keynote spea

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October 26, 2017

Energy Innovation in Ontario! (Tor: Oct 26 – Sold out)

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The Pearson Centre’s Econ4Tmro Series presents: ENERGY INNOVATION IN ONTARIO! A dynamic conversation about new technologies for a low carbon economy Thursday, October 26, 2017; 12:30 to 2:00 pm; Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre, 525 Bay St., Toro

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September 19, 2017

Protecting Human Rights in Trade Agreements – Hunsley

By Terrance Hunsley

The NAFTA negotiations are likely to be a tough uphill slog, given Mr Trump’s belligerent stance. It is hard to see how Canada will make much headway on subjects such as gender rights, indigenous rights and environmental regulations. But these issues a

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What's New

Jun 11

2025 Laureate Dinner honouring Irwin Cotler

Oct 30

Pearson Centre Leadership Awards 2024: Salute Organized Labour

May 22

An Evening with the Right Honourable Joe Clark

Current Initiatives

The Canadian Flag

What are Your Thoughts About the Canadian Flag? Invitation to a National Conversation

Send us your thoughts in words, pictures or videos. What do you feel the flag stands for and what does it mean to you?  Keep the words to under 150 and the videos to under 60 seconds and we'll post them.  The only requirements are that you be respectful and you post in English or French so they can have the widest reach.

Please send them to: Flag Project Coordinator, Pearson Centre: info@thepearsoncentre.ca

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Lester B Pearson: Canadian Visionary

Lester B. Pearson and his contribution to Canada.

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New Members of Parliament

New Members of Parliament share their thoughts and plans for the upcoming year.

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Progressive Podium

An innovative series of policy proposals that are bold, progressive, innovative and future-focused.

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About Us

The Pearson Centre is a dynamic think tank that engages Canadians in an active dialogue about a progressive future for Canada, building on the success of the past and exploring new ideas for a bright future.

Policy Areas

  • Economic Recovery

  • Pursuing Justice & Equality

  • Climate Change

  • Social & Health

  • Canada & The world

  • Canada: Who we are

  • Lester B. Pearson

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