The Pearson Centre – A dynamic think tank that engages in active dialogue about a progressive future for Canada

The Pearson Leadership Awards:

Celebrating 60 years of universal health care in Canada. October 5th, Toronto

Our Mission

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.

The Pearson Centre advances progressive and centrist democratic values, by conducting online outreach, facilitating dialogue and debate, providing analysis and promoting thoughtful commentary.

We are evidence-based and multi-partisan. We believe in centrist and moderate public policy that combines economic success with social responsibility.

Updates

Canada is Losing its Best Minds and Our Patients are Paying the Price

4 August 2026

Dr. Sheila Singh has spent her career trying to cure brain cancer. A professor at McMaster University, Canada’s leading university in healthcare and medicine, and serving Director of several cancer research groups, Dr. Singh is exactly the kind of scientist Canada should be fighting to keep.

Queering our Budget: Encouraging further investments in 2SLGBTQI+ contributions

3 August 2026

Diversity initiatives are critical in building a strong Canada. In light of this and in honour of Pride season across the country, The Pearson Centre is proud to publish a series highlighting the importance of and contributions by queer organizations.

Canada Finally Signs On: Why Ratifying the Belém do Pará Convention Matters

14 July 2026

In June 2026, at the Organization of American States’ General Assembly in Panama City, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita…

SEP

National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

Created in 2021 by the federal government, the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, to recognize the impact of the residential school system, honour...

OCT

Celebrating 60 years of universal health care in Canada

In 1996, former Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson’s government passed the Medical Care Act, which led the way to universal health care in Canada. In honour of this 60th anniversary,...

FEB

Flag Day

A Pearson Centre signature event, honouring our Canadian flag which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Lester B Pearson in 1965. Stay tuned for details.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion

A searchable database and knowledge centre created with the goal of empowering Canadians with diverse perspectives, research, and resources to foster inclusion in their families, communities and organizations.