Year: 2017
Highlights: Global Progress 2017
From September 15 – 17, 2017, Canada 2020 hosted Global Progress 2017 in Montreal, Canada for the second consecutive year.
Canada 2020 partnered with the Centre for American Progress, Policy Network, and Volta Italia to bring over 300 progressives from over 25 countries together for 3 days of discussion:
Release: Leaders of the global progressive movement gathering in Montreal at Global Progress 2017
The Global Progress 2017 Summit to feature Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Premier Philippe Couillard, Arianna Huffington, John Podesta, Maria Elena Boschi, Reid Hoffman, Helle Thorning Schmidt, David Milliband and more at gathering hosted by Canada 2020 in partnership with the Center for American Progress, Policy Network and Volta Italia.
MEDIA AGENDA AVAILABLE HERE
14 September 2017 (MONTREAL) – Canada 2020 will host the 2017 Global Progress Summit in Montreal, Canada this weekend, gathering leaders from the global progressive movement including Prime Minister Trudeau, Premier Couillard, Maria Elena Boschi, Helle Thorning-Schmidt, John Podesta and more.
Global Progress, housed at the Center for American Progress in Washington, D.C., is a collaborative network of think-tanks, research institutes and other policy initiatives that share resources, best-practices and strategies.
This year’s summit, hosted by Canada 2020, will feature keynotes, breakout discussions and panel conversations on themes such as digital democracy, the future of work, shared prosperity, defending the liberal international order and more.
Quotations:
“Canada 2020 is proud to once again host the Global Progress Summit on Canadian soil. Canada has emerged as a true leader of the global progressive movement – and Canada 2020 prides itself on bringing progressive thinkers together to discuss the important issues and decisions facing policymakers today.”
Tom Pitfield, President of Canada 2020
“Global Progress is thrilled to return to Montreal for the second consecutive year. Canada has become a global hub for progressive thinking on important issues, and over 200 delegates from over 25 countries will be in attendance to lend their perspective to how we can collaboratively work together to solve 21st century challenges.”
Matt Browne, Executive Director of Global Progress
“Policy Network – the international ideas exchange for progressives – is delighted to be partnering in Global Progress 2017, Montreal. There has never been a more vital time for progressives to come together and share ideas and experiences from around the world. And there is no more relevant country to be gathering than Canada, where prime minister Trudeau has led the way in showing how it is possible to craft a progressive platform that crucially speaks to the pace of economic and social change our societies are experiencing.”
Matthew Laza, Director of Policy Network
Summit Details:
What: The Global Progress Summit 2017
Where: Sheraton Centre Hotel, Montreal (3rd & 4th Floor)
When: September 16 – 17, 2017 (full agenda here)
Hosts: Global Progress and Canada 2020, in partnership with the Center for American Progress (USA), Policy Network (UK), Volta (Italy)
Key participants include:
- Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada – Friday, September 15
- Hon. Philippe Couillard, Premier of Quebec – Saturday, September 16
- Hon. Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment & Climate Change – Sunday, September 17
- John Podesta, Founder, Centre for American Progress – Saturday, September 16
- Reid Hoffman, Co-Founder, LinkedIn – Sunday, September 17
- Arianna Huffington, Founder, The Huffington Post – Sunday, September 17
- Steve Huffman, CEO, Reddit – Sunday, September 17
- Helle Thorning-Schmidt, CEO, Save the Children International – Saturday, September 16
- Wael Ghonim, Egyptian Activist & Fellow @ Harvard’s Shorenstein Center – Sunday, September 17
- Maria Elena Boschi, Undersecretary, Italy – Saturday, September 16
- Neera Tanden, Centre for American Progress – Saturday, September 16
- Rt. Hon. David Miliband, CEO, International Rescue Committee – Saturday, September 15
- Giuliano da Empoli, Volta, Italy – Saturday, September 15
- + more
Plenary panels are open for coverage. Feedboxes and a press room will be available. The full agenda is available for download here.
Please note that media will require security sweeps prior to Friday’s session. Please report to Ballroom East no later than 2:00 PM EST.
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To coordinate access and coverage, please contact:
Alex Paterson, Canada 2020, (613) 793-8234, [email protected]
About Canada 2020
Canada 2020 is Canada’s leading, independent, progressive think-tank. Founded in 2006, Canada 2020 produces original research, hosts events and starts conversations about Canada’s future. Our goal is to build a community of progressive ideas and people that will move and shape governments. For more, visit www.canada2020.ca
About Global Progress
Global Progress is a collaborative work program housed at the Center for American Progress in Washington, D.C. Founded by Matt Browne, Global Progress connects progressive think-tanks, initiatives, institutions and movements from around the world. The Global Progress network shares ideas, resources and talent in the pursuit of a more socially and economically progressive international community.
Release: Canada 2020 and Pathways to Education Canada partner to send youth to President Obama event in Toronto
Students from Toronto, Hamilton, Kitchener, and Kingston to attend Canada 2020’s event with President Barack Obama in Toronto on September 29, 2017
13 September 2017 (TORONTO) – Canada 2020 is pleased to announce a partnership with Pathways to Education Canada to help bring youth from low-income communities to Canada 2020’s event with President Barack Obama in Toronto.
40-50 high school students from the Pathways to Education Program in Toronto, Hamilton, Kitchener, and Kingston will attend Canada 2020’s luncheon event with President Obama, happening September 29 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
“Canada 2020 is so proud of this partnership with Pathways to Education,” said Tom Pitfield, President of Canada 2020. “President Obama is one of the most inspiring leaders of our generation – especially for young people – and as an organization that cares deeply about global citizenship, Canada 2020 is thrilled to work on this once in a lifetime opportunity with Pathways.”
“Pathways to Education recognizes this is the kind of experience that is life-changing for youth and provides them with opportunities to learn and engage as active citizens. We are very grateful to Canada 2020 and our partners for including young Canadians in this global conversation,” said Sue Gillespie, President & CEO, Pathways to Education Canada.
Canada 2020 is also working with other individual schools, community groups, and local charities to provide access to the event which is expected to draw thousands to downtown Toronto.
For more information about the event, visit www.canada2020.ca/barackobama
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Interviews and comment available from:
- Tom Pitfield, President, Canada 2020
- Bruce Heyman, Former U.S. Ambassador to Canada
- Sue Gillespie, President & CEO, Pathways to Education Canada
To coordinate, please contact:
Alex Paterson, Canada 2020, (613) 793-8234, [email protected]
Alanna O’Connor, Pathways to Education Canada, (416) 646-0123 x 507 [email protected]
About Pathways to Education
Pathways to Education is a national, charitable organization working to make Canada a Graduation Nation. Partnering with dedicated organizations in low-income communities, Pathways supports youth to graduate from high school and achieve their full potential. Our award-winning combination of academic, financial, social, and one-on-one supports continues to successfully break the cycle of poverty through the power of education.
Canada 2020 to host President Barack Obama Friday September 29 in Toronto
Canada 2020 to host President Barack Obama Friday September 29 in Toronto
Tables on sale Wednesday, September 6 for Canada 2020’s event with the 44th President of the United States at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre
6 September 2017 (OTTAWA) – Canada 2020 is honoured to announce that the organization will host President Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States, for a lunch event in Toronto on September 29th, 2017.
“President Barack Obama in Toronto will be the biggest political event of the year, bar none,” said Bruce Heyman, former U.S. Ambassador to Canada and newly appointed special adviser to Canada 2020. “Canada 2020 has always focused on hosting inspiring leaders and conversations, and President Obama is one of the most inspirational political figures of our time.”
Added Bruce: “For many, this will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to see and hear President Obama live. Canada 2020 is thrilled to help spread his message of civic engagement, community leadership and tolerance.”
The event will take place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. President Obama will deliver a keynote speech, followed by a moderated discussion.
Tables for the event will go on sale Wednesday, September 6th at 12:00 PM Eastern.
This event is closed to the news media.
For more information, visit www.canada2020.ca/barackobama
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Media inquiries can be directed to Alex Paterson, Canada 2020’s Director of Communications & Operations at (613) 793-8234, and [email protected].
About Canada 2020
Canada 2020 is Canada’s leading, independent progressive think-tank. Founded in 2006, Canada 2020 has spent over a decade producing original research, hosting events and starting conversations about Canada’s future. Canada 2020’s goal is to build a community of progressive ideas and people that will help shape governments. For more, visit www.canada2020.ca.
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Canada 2020 accueillera le Président Barack Obama le vendredi 29 septembre à Toronto
Les tables sont en vente le mecredi 6 septembre pour l’événement de Canada 2020 avec le 44e président des États-Unis au Palais des congrès du Toronto métropolitain
6 septembre 2017 (OTTAWA) – Canada 2020 a l’honneur d’annoncer que l’organisme accueillera le Président Barack Obama, 44e président des États-Unis, à l’occasion d’un dîner à Toronto le 29 septembre 2017.
« Le Président Barack Obama à Toronto sera le plus grand événement politique de l’année, sans exception, » indique Bruce Heyman, ancien ambassadeur des États-Unis au Canada et récemment nommé conseiller spécial auprès de Canada 2020. « Canada 2020 s’est toujours employé à accueillir et à inspirer des dirigeants et des dialogues; et le Président Obama est l’une des figures politiques les plus inspirantes de notre époque. »
Heyman a ajouté : « Dans de nombreux cas, il s’agira d’une occasion extraordinaire de voir et d’entendre le Président Obama en personne. Canada 2020 est ravi d’aider à disséminer son message d’engagement du citoyen, de leadership communautaire et de tolérance. »
L’événement aura lieu au Palais des congrès du Toronto métropolitain (Metro Toronto Convention Centre). Le Président Obama prononcera un discours liminaire, suivi d’une entrevue sur la scène.
Les tables d’exposition à l’événement seront en vente ce mecredi 6 septembre à 12 h heure de l’Est.
Cet événement ne sera pas ouvert aux médias.
Pour de plus amples renseignements, consultez le www.canada2020.ca/barackobama
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Les médias peuvent adresser leurs demandes de renseignements à : Alex Paterson, directeur des Communications et Opérations chez Canada 2020, 613-793-8234 et [email protected].
Au sujet de 2020
Canada 2020 est le premier organisme de réflexion indépendant progressiste au Canada. Fondé en 2006, Canada 2020 a consacré plus d’une décennie à produire des recherches originales, à tenir des activités et à entamer un dialogue sur l’avenir du Canada. Canada 2020 a pour objectif de mettre sur pied une communauté d’idées et de personnes progressistes qui aidera à orienter les gouvernements. Pour en savoir plus, consultez le www.canada2020.ca.
Announcement: Bruce Heyman to Join Canada 2020
A message from Canada 2020 President, Tom Pitfield
Friends –
Tomorrow, we celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday.
It’s a proud moment for our country, and an opportunity to celebrate our unique national identity.
And like many milestones, it’s also a time to reflect.
It’s what we have been doing a lot of here at Canada 2020. Last June, we celebrated our own birthday, marking 10 years since our founding conference in Mont Tremblant.
In that time, our small but mighty organization has worked hard to inject new ideas and people from around the world into the Canadian policy community.
In fact, we are now seeing more interest in Canada than ever from our progressives friends around the world – all of them looking to understand more about our country and what we have built as Canadians: a strong democracy, a deep respect for the environment, a shared commitment to inclusive prosperity, and a fundamental belief in human rights, to name a few.
As we begin to think about what’s next for Canada 2020, we wanted to look specifically at our place in the world among similar global organizations. After all, there has never been a better time to be Canadian. In order to do that, we decided to recruit someone to help — I’m happy to announce that we’ve found just the right person.
It’s a proud moment for our country, and an opportunity to celebrate our unique national identity.
And like many milestones, it’s also a time to reflect.
It’s what we have been doing a lot of here at Canada 2020. Last June, we celebrated our own birthday, marking 10 years since our founding conference in Mont Tremblant.
In that time, our small but mighty organization has worked hard to inject new ideas and people from around the world into the Canadian policy community.
In fact, we are now seeing more interest in Canada than ever from our progressives friends around the world – all of them looking to understand more about our country and what we have built as Canadians: a strong democracy, a deep respect for the environment, a shared commitment to inclusive prosperity, and a fundamental belief in human rights, to name a few.
As we begin to think about what’s next for Canada 2020, we wanted to look specifically at our place in the world among similar global organizations. After all, there has never been a better time to be Canadian. In order to do that, we decided to recruit someone to help — I’m happy to announce that we’ve found just the right person.
Canada 2020 is pleased to welcome Bruce A. Heyman, former U.S. Ambassador to Canada to our organization starting July 1, 2017.
His mandate is to help Canada 2020 build on its past in order to become a truly global organization. Throughout the summer and into the fall, he will be leading an effort with our board, advisors and staff to position Canada 2020 for the next 10 years, and beyond. He’ll help us think through our organization’s vision, mission, and yes, even branding (2020 is fast approaching, after all).
For those that know Bruce, you know how much he loves this country. During his time as Ambassador to Canada from the U.S., both he and his amazing partner Vicki put their unique stamp on the traditional role of diplomat. Their love of Canada, their enthusiasm for our values, and their passion for our people from coast to coast to coast is inspiring and contagious.
And that’s precisely why we at Canada 2020 are so excited to work with someone like Bruce Heyman.
If you would like to help me welcome Bruce to the organization, or to share some of your ideas about Canada 2020’s future, click here.
Friends, I couldn’t be happier about this news, and on the eve of Canada’s big day, I couldn’t be more optimistic about Canada 2020’s opportunity to take its place on the world stage.
Thanks for reading, and Happy Canada Day!
Tom Pitfield
President
Canada 2020
What is “Open Dialogue” and is it a solution to post-fact populism? The Open Government Papers, Vol. 2
This is the second in The Open Government Papers series by Don Lenihan. To read volume one, click here.
“An important paper that convincingly sets up open dialogue as the most effective answer to populism. A must-read for policy-makers who want governments to make better decisions.” – Graham Fox, IRPP
“This is an insightful, provocative, and important contribution to the current discourse about dialogue and informed participation…” – Dr. Bruce Gilbert, President International Association for Public Participation (Canada)
“Governments need to flip the script on how we view citizen engagement… Lenihan reveals a path forward and takes an important step for open government practitioners.” – Nick Scott, Executive Director, Open Government and Innovation, Government of New Brunswick
In What is Open Dialogue?, Don Lenihan draws on a year-long discussion with governments and stakeholders across Canada to describe how they are using deliberative dialogue to promote evidence-based decision-making, transparency, and citizen engagement. Lenihan then goes on to define a new “hybrid” process he sees emerging from these activities, something he calls Informed Participation. It not only promises a new chapter in the practice of engagement, but a way to respond to the “post-fact” populism now sweeping much of Europe and North American.
This paper will interest experts and non-experts, as it provides an accessible but critical overview of current thinking and practice on engagement in Canada.
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