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Public Record

Defending Democracies: Defence Minister Anita Anand on Ukraine and the World

Defence Minister Anita Anand participates in a discussion with Toronto Star political columnist Martin Regg Cohn as part of Toronto Metropolitan University's ongoing Democracy Forum series. The minister discusses Canada's contribution to defending democracies amid Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. (October 21, 2022)
00:59:40

Public Record

Citizens' Assembly on Democratic Expression: Policy Perspectives

The Citizens' Assembly on Democratic Expression gathers at the Global Centre for Pluralism in Ottawa to look at the impact of digital technologies on Canadian democracy and deliver a series of recommendations to the federal government on how to protect democratic expression online and address the spread of harmful content. Brenda McPhail (director, privacy, technology and surveillance program, Canadian Civil Liberties Association), Supriya Dwivedi (director of policy and engagement, Centre for Media, Technology & Democracy), and Evan Balgord (executive director, Canadian Anti-Hate Network) discuss policy perspectives regarding digital rights, civil liberties, and anti-hate groups. Peter MacLeod (principal, MASS LBP) moderates the conversation. (June 16, 2022)
00:47:15

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Democracy Forum: Ukraine, War and Peace

With war in Ukraine and democracy under threat from authoritarianism and militarism, Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly and two of her European counterparts, Gabrielius Landsbergis (minister of foreign affairs of Lithuania) and Zanda Kalniņa-Lukaševica (Latvian parliamentary secretary to the ministry of foreign affairs), join the Democracy Forum at the Toronto Metropolitan University to assess the global response. Martin Regg Cohn (political columnist for the Toronto Star) moderates the conversation. (June 3, 2022)
00:48:14

Public Record

Doctored Democracy: How to Counter Disinformation and Ensure Cybersecurity

The Canadian Global Affairs Institute (CGAI) hosts a conference at the Rideau Club in Ottawa. The theme of the conference is "After the War: What Kind of World for Canada?". Farhaan Ladhani (CEO, Digital Public Square), Marcus Kolga (senior fellow, Macdonald-Laurier Institute), Luiza Savage (executive editor, growth, POLITICO), and Peter Donolo (senior adviser, Hill + Knowlton Strategies) participate in a panel discussion on tackling disinformation. Christopher Waddell (professor emeritus, School of Journalism and Communication, Carleton University) moderates the conversation. (May 10, 2022)
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Inclusive Governance and Democracy in a Time of Polarization

Aurélie Campana (full professor, Political Science Department, Laval University), Eric Montigny (associate professor, Political Science Department, Laval University) and Jackie Smith (city councillor and party leader, Transition Québec) take part in a panel discussion on inclusive governance and democracy in a time of polarization. Sule Tomkinson (associate professor, Political Science Department, Laval University) moderates the discussion, hosted by the Institute for Research on Public Policy. This event is part of the IRPP's “What Should Be on Canada’s Policy Radar?” series. (March 24, 2022)
01:13:59

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Canada and the World: Ambassador Bob Rae at the UN

As part of the ongoing Ryerson Democracy Forum series, the Toronto Star's Martin Regg Cohn takes part in a conversation with United Nations Ambassador Bob Rae about Canada's place in the world. (January 28, 2021)
01:24:40

CPAC Special

The Democracy Project Live: Trust, Truth and Vote 2019

Democracy is under pressure. An election is ahead. Truth and trust will be tested. Peter Van Dusen and Karyn Pugliese host a discussion on the threats and challenges facing democracy today, and a look at ways forward. (April 17, 2019)
00:27:30

Podium

Right to Know Week 2016 – Scott Brison On Access to Information

As part of this year's Right to Know Week celebrations, Treasury Board President Scott Brison speaks about the need to modernize Canada's access to information laws and the importance of strengthening openness and transparency in government. This year in Canada, Right to Know week takes place from September 26 to October 2. The purpose of this week is to raise awareness of an individual's right to access government information and to promote freedom of information as essential to both democracy and good governence. (September 26, 2016)
01:28:30

Podium

Amy Goodman in Conversation with David Walmsley

As part of their continuing J-Talks series, The Canadian Journalism Foundation presents award-winning journalist Amy Goodman (host and executive producer of Democracy Now!) in conversation with Globe and Mail Editor-in-Chief David Walmsley. (May 19, 2016)
00:09:00

On the Bright Side

Symbols of Parliament Hill

The Parliament Buildings in Ottawa are one of Canada's best known symbols, representing the concepts of government, law-making and democracy. Many of the monuments, carvings and sculptures found on the grounds of Parliament Hill have symbolic meaning. Puneet Birgi explores some of these important national symbols that tell the story of Canada's people and the development of the nation.
01:18:00

Public Record

Right to Know Day 2013 (Part 4 of 4)

"International standards for greater transparency" includes Arnold Amber (President, Canadian Journalists for Free Expression), Corinne Charette (Chief Information Officer, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat), and Toby Mendel (Executive Director, Centre for Law and Democracy). The University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Civil Law and the Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada are hosting this conference as part of "Right to Know Week." The purpose of RTK Week is to raise awareness about people's right to access government information while promoting freedom of information as essential to both democracy and good governance. (September 28, 2013)
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Right to Know Day 2013 (Part 3 of 4)

“Rebuilding a Canadian model legislation on access to information” includes Duff Conacher (Democracy Watch and GoodOrg.ca Consulting), Vincent Gogolek (B.C. Freedom of Information and Privacy Association) and David McKie (CBC News Parliamentary Bureau). The University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Civil Law and the Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada are hosting this conference as part of "Right to Know Week." The purpose of RTK Week is to raise awareness about people's right to access government information while promoting freedom of information as essential to both democracy and good governance. (September 28, 2013)
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Right to Know Day 2013 (Part 2 of 4)

The second panel discussion on September 28th, entitled “Does effective accountability in public agencies require independent review bodies?,” includes Luc Juillet (University of Ottawa Graduate School of Public and International Affairs), Robert Marleau (City of Ottawa Integrity Commissioner), and Kevin Page (Canada’s former federal budget officer). Emmanuelle Latraverse (Ottawa bureau chief for Radio-Canada and host of “Les Coulisses du pouvoir”) moderates the discussion. The University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Civil Law and the Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada are hosting this conference as part of "Right to Know Week," September 23–28, 2013. The purpose of RTK Week is to raise awareness about people's right to access government information while promoting freedom of information as essential to both democracy and good governance. (September 28, 2013)
01:27:00

Public Record

Right to Know Day 2013 (Part 1 of 4)

The opening panel on September 28th, entitled, "Determining the Need and the Right to Know," is moderated by Sheila Copps (former deputy prime minister of Canada (1993–2006)) and features Robert Fife (CTV News Ottawa bureau chief), Guy W. Giorno (partner at Fasken Martineau) and Benoît Pelletier (University of Ottawa law professor). The University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Civil Law and the Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada are hosting this conference as part of "Right to Know Week," September 23–28, 2013. The purpose of RTK Week is to raise awareness about people's right to access government information while promoting freedom of information as essential to both democracy and good governance.
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Democracy Week 2012 – Civic Education in Canada

Canada's Democracy Week 2012, the second annual civic education initiative organized by Elections Canada, is held from Sept. 15 to 22. The week is built around the U.N.'s International Day of Democracy on Sept. 15. Throughout the week, events aimed at getting Canada's youth to discuss democracy and the importance of voting, are held across the country. On September 19, an interactive workshop for Faculty of Education students is held in Ottawa. Civic Education leaders Marc Mayrand (Chief Electoral Officer, Elections Canada), Léo Duguay (president, Canadian Association of Former Parliamentarians), Paul Taillefer (president, Canadian Teachers' Federation), Taylor Gunn (president, CIVIX) and Jeremy Diamond (director of development and programs, Historica-Dominion Institute) discuss the practical civic education resources available to teachers in Canada and the importance of engaging youth in the democratic system. The workshop is moderated by Ottawa city councillor Mathieu Fleury.
00:48:30

Podium

John Baird Speaks At The Montreal Council On Foreign Relations

On September 14, 2012, Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird addressed the Montreal Council on Foreign Relations. Mr. Baird spoke about promoting Canadian values such as freedom, democracy, human rights and women's rights, in our foreign policy.
01:13:42

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Democracy & Global Governance – Jason Kenney and U.S. Senator Joseph Lieberman

On November 22nd, 2010, Kollel of Ottawa, a group of scholars pursuing Judaic studies, host an event called Democracy & Global Governance. The special guests at this year's forum are Immigration Minister Jason Kenney and U.S. Senator Joseph Lieberman.
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Fireweed Democracy Project Convention - Part 7

On April 8, 2006, the Fireweed Democracy Project holds a roundtable on the topic of democratic reform. Participants discuss future priorities for democratic reform outlined by Clifford Fryers, Director of the Manning Centre for Building Democracy, as well as the advancement of democratic reform, the development of a cross-party coalition and outlining a clear action plan for the future. (April 8, 2006)
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Fireweed Democracy Project Convention - Part 6

On April 8, 2006, the Fireweed Democracy Project holds a roundtable on the topic of democratic reform. Participants discuss the democratization of party leader and candidate selection. (April 8, 2006)
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Fireweed Democracy Project Convention - Part 5

On April 8, 2006, the Fireweed Democracy Project holds a roundtable on the topic of democratic reform. Participants discuss electoral reform and the prospect of fixed election dates. Guest speakers include Larry Gordon, Executive Director of Fair Vote Canada, André Fortier of the Reform of Democratic Institutions and Leslie Seidle, of the Institute for Research on Public Policy. (April 8, 2006)