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Canada's leading advocate for evidence-informed policies and decision-making. 🇨🇦
It’s
#GivingTuesdayCA
! Today is the day to take action for science and evidence in Canada. Your support lets us respond quickly when science and evidence-informed decision-making are at stake. Stand with science and donate today!
evidencefordemocracy.ca/donate/
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Last week, our team attended
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@sciencepolicy.ca
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Quelques astuces issues du guide Faire entendre la voix de la science dans le milieu municipal, publié par
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avec le soutien du FRQ. Bonne lecture!
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The House of Commons votes on Budget 2025 around 12 pm EST today. Our new blog breaks down what this budget means for Canada’s research ecosystem, including Talent Recruitment, Climate Backsliding, and Sovereignty. Read our analysis:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/budget-2025-...
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Canada’s democracy thrives when everyone has a voice. We’re partnering with Vote16 to advocate for extending the voting age so young Canadians can engage in the democratic process. You can take action today. Our campaign lets you send a letter to your senator to support inclusive representation.
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📃Repérez qui fait quoi, comprenez comment fonctionne votre ville, adaptez vos communications, adoptez des formats de collaboration adaptés etc. ▶️ Les conseils de Julie Dirwimmer - bureau
@scichefqc.bsky.social
& Félix Proulx-Giraldeau
@e4dca.bsky.social
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5 astuces pour faire entendre sa voix dans le milieu municipal – RaccourSci
Vous voulez que vos recherches scientifiques transforment votre ville? Pour y arriver, il vous faudra parler à vos représentant-es municipaux.
https://www.raccoursci.com/astuce/sciences-voix-milieu-municipal/
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Canada makes pitch for US researchers to relocate with $1.7bn in new funding. My story for
@science.org
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Canada’s new budget aims to lure U.S. researchers to relocate
Spending plan also calls for smaller research spending cut than feared
https://www.science.org/content/article/canada-s-new-budget-aims-lure-u-s-researchers-relocate
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Yesterday, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced a federal budget with major investments in science, including $1.7 billion investment for talent and renewed support for AI and innovation. But while economic productivity takes centre stage, climate goals are sidelined. 1/2
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Budget 2025: A Big Bold Budget for Science? - Evidence For Democracy
Standing in the House of Commons yesterday, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced the 2025 Federal Budget, touting it as a […]
https://evidencefordemocracy.ca/budget-2025-a-big-bold-budget-for-science/
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It’s budget week! Tomorrow, Minister Champagne will deliver the 2025 federal budget. What will this budget have in store for science and research? We’ll be tracking the announcements closely and sharing our analysis on what it means for science, research, and evidence-informed policy. Stay tuned!
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As the last monarchs' journey south, we’re sharing a new case study on how community science is helping protect them. Learn how eButterfly is empowering people across North America to gather data and strengthen evidence for conservation.
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Why Monarchs, and Why Now? - Evidence For Democracy
With its striking orange and black colours and long distance, multi-generational migration across North America, the monarch butterfly has long […]
https://evidencefordemocracy.ca/why-monarchs-and-why-now/
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The 2025 Science to Policy Accelerator Policy Briefs are now available. This year’s cohort of early-career researchers addressed issues ranging from AI literacy to housing and healthcare, providing evidence-informed solutions for decision-makers. Read:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/training/sci...
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Science to Policy Accelerator - Evidence For Democracy
Science to Policy Accelerator participants will master foundational knowledge in science policy and communication, then apply these concepts.
https://evidencefordemocracy.ca/training/science-to-policy-accelerator/#Policies
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In collaboration with the
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, we’ve launched our Municipal Advocacy Toolkit, a guide to help researchers bring evidence to city hall, where decisions directly shape our communities. Read it here:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/introducing-...
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💡 Hop! Une nouvelle ressource répertoriée sur RaccourSci! ➡️ Faire entendre la voix de la
#science
dans le milieu
#municipal
Un guide conseil fait par Evidence for democraty en partenariat avec le
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#ComSci
#polqc
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Faire entendre la voix de la science dans le milieu municipal – RaccourSci
Cet ouvrage propose des conseils pratiques et des outils accessibles pour aider les chercheurs et les chercheuses à faire entendre la voix de la science dans le milieu municipal.
https://www.raccoursci.com/ressource/faire-entendre-la-voix-de-la-science-dans-le-milieu-municipal/
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The Coalition for Canadian Research is issuing a joint call: uphold Budget 2024’s commitment to Canadian researchers. Now is the moment to stand behind research and ensure a resilient, sovereign, and innovative future. Read the open letter:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/safeguarding...
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Parliament returns next month, but what does the recent federal election mean for science and research? Our Election 45 Takeaway Report breaks down the results, party commitments, and what to watch for in the months ahead. Read it here:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/where-was-sc...
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Our 2024-2025 Impact Report is here. This year, we launched Canada’s first Science Advocacy Hub, created tools for advocates, and tracked key policies that affect science in Canada. Read the report:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/about/about-...
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Our new annotated bibliography on scientific integrity across Canada and the U.S. is out! It serves as a companion to our latest report, Accretion and Erosion, showing a deeper analysis of the state of scientific integrity across both countries Read now:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/annotated-bi...
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Annotated Bibliography for Scientific Integrity in Canada and the United States - Evidence For Democracy
As part of our ongoing commitment to promote and safeguard scientific integrity across government agencies and institutions, we have curated […]
https://evidencefordemocracy.ca/annotated-bibliography-for-scientific-integrity-in-canada-and-the-united-states/
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@supportourscience.bsky.social
has called on the federal government to protect funding for researchers across Canada. We support their message. Canada’s research community deserves meaningful investment and strong leadership. Read more:
www.supportourscience.ca/letterofconc...
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Scientific integrity is at a crossroads in Canada and the U.S. Our latest report shows how evidence is being eroded, and what we must do to protect it. Read the report:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/research/acc...
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Join us tomorrow!
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How is political interference affecting scientific research in Canada and the US? Join us on July 23rd for an online panel exploring what can be done to safeguard scientific integrity. Register:
us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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We’re thrilled to welcome Félix Proulx-Giraldeau as E4D’s Interim Executive Director! Félix brings fresh energy and a strong commitment to science. Learn more about his story and what he hopes to bring to the role in his intro blog post:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/nonlinear-dy...
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Today, Parliament passed Bill C-5 — fast-tracking “national interest” projects while sidelining science, public input, and Indigenous rights. Evidence for Democracy is sounding the alarm. Read our full response here:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...
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Canada’s new Cabinet is missing something critical: a dedicated science minister. By sidelining science, this government sends a disappointing message to the science and research community. Read our full statement:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...
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The results are in: 🇨🇦 As the Liberal Party forms the next government, we at Evidence for Democracy are calling for urgent action to strengthen science, research, and evidence-informed policymaking. We welcome their commitments—but now it's time to deliver.
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Faites entendre votre voix : envoyez une lettre aujourd’hui! Inscrivez-vous:
win.newmode.net/unvotepourla...
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The most powerful way to make science a priority this election is to tell your candidates directly. Our bilingual letter-writing tool makes it quick and easy to contact your local candidates and let them know that science, research, and evidence-informed decision-making matter.
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CORE•COEUR #ResearchersVote #VotonsRecherche 🗳️
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Ce J-3 d'
#Elxn45
on guette les plateformes, et nous
#VotonsRecherche
. Researchers across 🇨🇦 are 👀 platforms before casting our ballots.
#ResearchersVote
Merci à nos amis
@e4dca.bsky.social
pour l'analyse👇
evidencefordemocracy.ca/under-the-mi..
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#CestNotreVote
#ItsOurVote
#Elxn2025
#VoteScience
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Under the Microscope: What Do the Major Party Platforms Have to Say About Funding Research in Canada? - Evidence For Democracy
As we approach what some have called “the most important election of our lifetimes”, each federal party has outlined its […]
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How do each of the party platforms align with
#SupportOurScience
asks?
@e4dca.bsky.social
has broken it down.
#phdsky
#postdocsky
#academicscky
#VoteScience
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Who's committed to evidence-informed leadership? Follow this link from
@e4dca.bsky.social
to see which candidates have signed the Science Pledge.
#VoteScience
#cdnpoli
#Elxn45
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Tracking Science Champions: Who’s Committed to Evidence-Informed Leadership? - Evidence For Democracy
Science plays a critical role in shaping policies that impact our daily lives—from healthcare and environmental protection to economic growth […]
https://evidencefordemocracy.ca/tracking-science-champions-whos-committed-to-evidence-informed-leadership/
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💪Un vote pour la science est un vote en faveur d’une économie forte📊 La science façonne nos vies : soins de santé, action climatique, croissance économique, sécurité publique, mais elle est souvent ignorée lors des élections.
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💪 A vote for science is a vote for a strong economy 📊 Science shapes our lives; healthcare, climate action, economic growth, public safety—yet it’s often ignored in elections. WE NEED YOU to help us put science at the center of the election!
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Le moyen le plus efficace de faire de la science une priorité lors de ces élections est d’en parler directement à vos candidats.
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There is still time to get involved and take action. Join
@e4dca.bsky.social
this coming Friday April 25 And don't forget to vote!
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Join us on April 25 at 2pm ET for a Vote Science 2025 Info Session to learn how you can take action this federal election. We’ll walk through campaign tools and resources, and hear from collaborators across Canada on why they’re taking action. Register:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/vote-science...
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💚 Un vote pour la science est un vote pour des communautés plus sûres 🏡 La science a sa place au sein du gouvernement. Veillons à ce que le prochain Parlement soit fondé sur des faits et non sur une idéologie. Rejoignez-nous et agissez dès aujourd’hui:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/votez-pour-l...
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💚 A vote for science is a vote for safer communities 🏡 Science belongs in government. Let’s make sure the next Parliament is built on facts, not ideology. Join us & take action today:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/vote-science/
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Un grand merci aux candidat·e·s qui ont signé le Plaidoyer pour la science et qui s’engagent à défendre une prise de décision fondée sur les données probantes au sein du gouvernement. Merci pour votre appui à la science et à la transparence.
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Thank you to the candidates who have signed the Science Pledge and committed to championing evidence-informed decision-making in government. We’re grateful for your support of science and transparency.
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Faites entendre votre voix : envoyez une lettre aujourd’hui! Inscrivez-vous:
win.newmode.net/unvotepourla...
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Make your voice heard—send a letter today! Sign on:
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What are the party leaders saying about supporting science and research? E4D has done the work. Check out the Party Platform Analysis:
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
@e4dca.bsky.social
#VoteScience
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E45 Party Platform Analysis
E45 Party Platform Analysis Federal Election on April 28th, 2025 This information is constantly evolving. To streamline our process, this service is only offered in English. Cette information évolue ...
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aYhVCChF4R4jvzgkLsVPaD1_l_NOL6yQQ93K1XVLBuE/edit?tab=t.0
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Vanessa Sung, PhD | 宋宜臻,生化博士 🇹🇼🇨🇦
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This easy letter writing tool by
@e4dca.bsky.social
lets you contact all your local candidates to ask them to commit to protecting and promoting science in Canada! Take one minute to help put science on the radar this election 👇
#elxn45
#CdnPoli
#CdnSci
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🇨🇦 Salut Canada, mettons la science à l’ordre du jour! Le vote par anticipation est ouvert : Du 19 au 21 avril, de 9 h à 21 h Utilisez nos outils pour en apprendre plus sur les partis, poser des questions axées sur la science, et faire entendre votre voix!
evidencefordemocracy.ca/votez-pour-l...
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🇨🇦 Hey Canada, let’s get science on the agenda! Advance voting is open on: April 19 - April 21 from 9am to 9pm Use our resources and tools to learn about the parties, ask science-focused questions, and make your voice heard!
evidencefordemocracy.ca/vote-science/
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🩺 Voter pour la science, c’est voter pour la santé ⚕️ NOUS AVONS BESOIN DE VOUS pour nous aider à placer la science au centre des élections! Comment pouvez-vous agir? - Envoyez un courriel à vos candidats et demandez-leur de signer le plaidoyer pour la science.
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🩺 A vote for science is a vote for healthcare⚕️ WE NEED YOU to help us put science at the center of the election!
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📚Un vote pour la science est un vote en faveur d’une meilleure éducation ✏️ NOUS AVONS BESOIN DE VOUS pour nous aider à placer la science au centre des élections! Comment pouvez-vous agir? - Envoyez un courriel à vos candidats et demandez-leur de signer le plaidoyer pour la science.
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📚A vote for science is a vote for better education✏️ WE NEED YOU to help us put science at the center of the election!
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CORE•COEUR #ResearchersVote #VotonsRecherche 🗳️
8 months ago
Y'a pas de débat...la
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#research
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#DébatDesChefs
#LeadersDebate
#ResearchersVote
#VotonsRecherche
#VoteScience
#Elxn45
#Elxn2025
#CdnPoli
#PolCan
#GoHabsGo
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