Our New government: What does this mean for science?
What does our new government look like? MPs are heading back to Parliament under a Liberal minority government. The Liberal …
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2019
Science Policy Questionnaire – results!
As part of the #VoteScience campaign, E4D prepared a science policy questionnaire that we distributed to the four major parties …
Media Release: In an age of misinformation, where do Members of Parliament get information?
Ottawa (13 November, 2019) Not utilizing science can come at great peril. From the climate crisis to the Walkerton tragedy, …
Media Release: Ottawa-Vanier candidates debate science and the environment today alongside over 110 coordinated debates.
Ottawa (October 3rd, 2019) Over 110 candidates debates are taking place across Canada today with candidates in Ottawa-Vanier participating in …
Media Release: Canadian scientists rally in support of student climate strikers
Ottawa (September 27th, 2019) The letter states: “We, the Canadian science community, add our voices to those of the world’s …
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What happens when legislation designed to combat misinformation becomes embroiled in it?
What has ensued is a perfect example of how unclear policies, speculation and superficial journalism can quickly cause confusion and …
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E4D’s Submission to the House of Commons Finance Committee
Evidence for Democracy participated in this year’s budget consultation by submitting a proposal with five recommendations. In Budget 2020, to …
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Hundreds of scientists urge Elections Canada to clarify the communication of climate change facts during elections
Ottawa (August 22, 2019) The 352 Canadian scientists who signed the letter take issue with Elections Canada’s interpretation of the …
Science and student-led groups launch a national #VoteScience campaign in advance of the federal election
Ottawa (August 8, 2019) “Science doesn’t usually get a lot of attention during election campaigns and we think that needs …
Meet two volunteers helping make our work possible – Aaron Maxwell and Mairin Deith!
Mairin Deith You may know Mairin Deith as @sapiensimulator on Twitter from the awesome infographic she created for us outlining …
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