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Fact vs. Fiction: Rona Ambrose's Laughable Claims About "Evidence Based Policy"

Submitted by Katie Gibbs on Sat, 08/23/2014 - 22:11

This is a guest post by Michael Spratt, an Ottawa based criminal lawyer.

In a recent speech to the Canadian Medical Association, Health Minister Rona Ambrose said something no cabinet minister ought to have to say out loud: that her boss, Prime Minister Stephen Harper, and his government are firm believers in evidence-based policy.

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E4D at the Peoples' Social Forum

Submitted by Katie Gibbs on Tue, 08/19/2014 - 13:54

The Peoples’ Social Forum is taking place in Ottawa this weekend. E4D’s Katie Gibbs will be participating in two workshops. Come say hi and pick up an E4D button! (we’ll also have t-shirts for sale for $25)

Friday, August 22

10:45 am Montpetit 201

Silencing Dissent in Canada: Video screening and Q&A discussion organized by Voices Voix.

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E4D is hiring!

Submitted by Alana Westwood on Thu, 06/12/2014 - 10:02

E4D is looking to hire a British Columbia-based organizer to expand our impact and presence in B.C. The organizer will be responsible for coordinating events and engaging supporters, among other tasks. Applications open immediately!

 

We are looking for an experienced organizer with excellent communication skills to fill this flexible, part-time position. For more information and to apply, click here:

 

Evidence for Democracy B.C. Organizer Position

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Flawed joint review panel doesn’t reflect science-based policy

Submitted by Katie Gibbs on Mon, 06/09/2014 - 09:31

If the government is committed to an independent, rigorous scientific assessment then it cannot base a decision on the Northern Gateway pipeline on this flawed report. To do so will simply serve to further undermine both public confidence and government credibility.

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Upcoming Vancouver events!

Submitted by Katie Gibbs on Mon, 06/02/2014 - 15:18

We have some exiting E4D events coming up in Vancouver! E4D Executive Director, Katie Gibbs, will be in town in mid-June and is looking to connect with you. This is your chance to learn more about E4D and what we're working on, have your say in our upcoming events and campaigns and meet fellow science and evidence supporters! We hope you can make it out to one of these events. See below for details. 

SFU talk

What: Talk with E4D's Katie Gibbs

When: June 17th, 12:30 pm

Where: B9242 room, SFU campus 

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