Two milestone anniversaries. One great evening.
Join us June 24 at CRAFT as we celebrate 30 years of SEDV and 15 years of MPP graduates and launch the new School of Public Policy Alumni Network.
Attendance is free, register by June 17: events.ucalgary.ca/public-po…
Thank you to Lieutenant General Derek Macaulay for joining us for a thoughtful discussion on military leadership, defence diplomacy and Canada's place in a ever evolving world.
We are grateful for his insights and perspectives, and for the engaging conversation with our community.
Loneliness among older Albertans has improved since the pandemic, but it remains a challenge.
New data show that nearly 3 in 10 older adults reported feeling isolated, underscoring the importance of fostering meaningful social connections.
Read here: spp.ucalgary.ca/publications…
When the University of Calgary held its Community Report 2026 Dr. Robert Johnston, Dr. Trevor Tombe and Carlo Dade showcased how the School helps to solve some of Canada’s most pressing challenges.
Watch the three presentations and read more here: news.ucalgary.ca/news/school…
Has Alberta's loneliness crisis among older adults improved since the pandemic?
New research tracking seniors' experiences from 2022-2026 reveals encouraging progress, but shows many older Albertans continue to feel disconnected.
Read more tomorrow on policyschool.ca.
‘The biggest technological revolution in history’: Samuel Hammond (@hamandcheese) on what Canada needs to understand about America’s AI moment
This episode is presented in partnership with the New North America Initiative at @policy_school.
thehub.ca/podcast/video/the-…
“The upcoming CUSMA review isn't just a routine bureaucratic check-in; it is an unprecedented pivot point for North American supply chains,” said Carlo Dade.
The New North America Initiative and the USMCA Project at the Brookings Institution are launching a research initiative on the CUSMA/USMCA joint review and Reciprocal Trade Agreement.
Read more: news.ucalgary.ca/news/mappin…
“If this is where public policy is made, students can be exposed to how politicians figure out what they should ask for."
Master of Public Policy students took part in a hands-on simulation recreating a Canadian First Ministers’ Meeting.
Read more: lnkd.in/g4XkbRWr
Every journey starts with a first step. At UCalgary, take ideas beyond the classroom through curiosity, collaboration, and the drive to make a real-world impact. Where will you start?
What does repeated food bank use tell us about the adequacy of disability income support? Read an all-new Social Policy Trends by MacKenna Jardine, Jen Zwicker, Margarita Wilkins & @RonKneebone.
Available here: spp.ucalgary.ca/publications…
As Alberta prepares to transition to a two-tier disability support system in 2026, new research explores how reliance on food banks can indicate financial strain and unmet basic needs for those receiving AISH and other support.
Available tomorrow on policyschool.ca.
Using Calgary shelter data, a new paper by Dr. @RonKneebone applies economic analysis to help policymakers and community organizations distinguish long-term homelessness trends from short-term fluctuations.
Read the full story: spp.ucalgary.ca/publications…
New research by @RonKneebone explores how economic tools can help better understand homelessness trends in Calgary shelters.
The paper examines long-term structural causes and short-term economic shocks shaping shelter use.
Read it tomorrow on policyschool.ca.
Could team-based primary care improve healthcare access in Canada?
A new report by Myles Leslie explores how interprofessional healthcare teams could help address growing pressures on the healthcare system.
Read the full report here: spp.ucalgary.ca/publications…