SFU School of Public Policy

You are invited to "Tariffs, the global economic order, and why Canada-China partnerships matter for workers," an online event with NDP interim leader, Don Davies.
Feb 24, 2026, at 5pm PT / 8pm ET
This event is free, online, and open to everyone. Link in bio.
@dondavies.bsky.social

Garza, Kyler

SFU alumnus Kyler Garza found that completing a public policy minor complemented his political science minor. “I believe the intersection of Political Science & Public Policy offers valuable insight into how our world works & the forces that shape it.” 
www.sfu.ca/politics/peo...
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Undergraduate Research Symposium

The deadline to submit your proposal for the Undergraduate Research Symposium has been extended to Feb 11.

Apply today at the link below! 🔬

Deadline extended! You now have until March 31 to apply to our Master of Public Policy program. Discover how you can bring about change & make meaningful contributions w/ a Master of Public Policy!

Note: Applicants who apply sooner will have higher priority for funding.

www.sfu.ca/policy-schoo...

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Join SFU Multilingual Week February 23 to 28, 2026.
Celebrate linguistic diversity in a week-long series of event: a keynote, talks, panels, roundtable discussions, and a language and culture expo. Everyone is welcome—students, faculty members, and staff. And it's free!
www.sfu.ca/wll/mlw.html

Calling all undergraduate researchers! Present your research, connect with your peers, and win prizes at the 7th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium: www.sfu.ca/ugrs.html
Proposal deadline is Jan 27.

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Last chance to save your spot!
🤔 Curious about the Three Minute Thesis (3MT)?
 Jan 15 | 12:00–12:30 PM | Virtual
Discover how 3MT helps you share your research with clarity and confidence.
👉 RSVP: https://shorturl.at/I1G5L

YouTube video by School of Public Policy, Simon Fraser University Simon Fraser University Master of Public Policy Information Session 2025

Thinking about applying to the Master of Public Policy for September 2026?
Registration is closing soon. Watch our info session to learn about the program, curriculum, & career pathways—then don’t wait to submit your application.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBZr...
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Welcome to the spring 2026 semester, #SFUSPP students!
Here’s to an engaging, challenging semester ahead. We’re here if you need anything. Please reach out.
More info on our site: www.sfu.ca/policy-schoo...
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Happy Holidays & Happy New Year from all of us at SFU Public Policy!
We’ll be on a social media break until Jan 5th, and can’t wait to share new content with you in 2026.
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'This is the new slavery': Migrant farm workers underpaid, abused and injured Investigation finds temporary foreign labourers in Canada are tied by law to employers who can — and do — readily exploit them.

New research by #SFUSPP's @alibhagat.bsky.social & @gclebaron.bsky.social & Kam Phung (SFUBeedie) uncovers forced labour & exploitation risks faced by migrant farm workers in B.C. See the reports & National Post coverage.
Reports: www.sfu.ca/policy-schoo...
Coverage: nationalpost.com/feature/temp...

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Missed the Public Policy Minor info session? The full recording is now live! Hear from faculty, advisors & the PPSA about the program and the paid work opportunities available to students. 🎓📽️
www.youtube.com/watch?v=JL8c...
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⏰ Register by Sun 5 PM PT for our Public Policy Minor Info Session!
Meet Prof. Ali Bhagat & Advisor Colin Schuler Ram and get your questions answered.
📅 Monday, 12:30–1:30 PM PT
RSVP: tinyurl.com/527kwx9b

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Public Policy Minor Online Info Session Add impact to your degree with the Minor in Public Policy! Join us for an online info session on Monday, November 24th at 12:30 PM PT.

🎓 SFU undergrads — make an impact with a Minor in Public Policy!
Join our online info session on Mon, Nov 24 at 12:30 PM PT.
Meet Undergrad Chair Prof. Ali Bhagat & Advisor Colin Schuler Ram.
💻 Don’t miss it!
Learn more/RSVP: tinyurl.com/527kwx9b
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Master of Public Policy Information Session Discover how you can bring about change and make meaningful contributions with a Master of Public Policy!

Register by 5 PM today to join our online Master of Public Policy info session.
Happening tomorrow at noon:
-Learn about the MPP program from Grad Chair Theodore Cosco.
-Hear firsthand from a current student.
-Get your questions answered.
RSVP: tinyurl.com/33cmn9ss
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Explore the research tools and services available to grad students in these sessions. Explore Core Facilities, meet experts, spark collaborations—and enjoy free coffee and sweets
👉Burnaby: Nov 13, 1:30–2:30 PM @ ASB Atrium | Surrey: Nov 19, 1:30–2:30 PM @ C Mezzanine
🔗RSVP: f.mtr.cool/infoiqpjyf

Discover how you can bring about change & make meaningful contributions with a Master of Public Policy!

Join us online on Fri., November 7th (12 PM) to learn about the MPP program & get your questions answered.

RSVP: tinyurl.com/33cmn9ss
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Congratulations to all the winners, including Lisa Kim and Sadie Stoddart who are fourth-year students completing a public policy minor!
Sadie is also the co-founder and former co-president of the SFU Public Policy Student Association.
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We congratulate all the winners, including assistant professor Yushu Zhu on her Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) Early Career Research Excellence Award in Social Sciences!
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📣Happening this Thursday—our School of Public Policy Open House!
Meet Director Dr. Steve Weldon, Manager Brian Chand, Advisor Colin Schuler Ram, & our amazing students! 👋
Learn about our undergrad & grad programs.
RSVP: tinyurl.com/ys3uh9jm
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Now Hiring! SFU CERi is seeking a DTES Climate Resiliency Research & Advocacy Coordinator to support community-led climate action in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. For SFU grad students passionate about equity & climate justice.
Apply by Nov 7th: www.sfu.ca/ceri/job-pos...
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Our open house is happening in ten days!
-Meet faculty, staff, & current students.
-Learn about our undergrad & grad programs.

📅 October 30 (4-6:30 PM)
🗺️ Teck Gallery (SFU Harbour Centre)
Learn more/RSVP: tinyurl.com/ys3uh9jm
#SFUSPP #masters
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YouTube video by The Royal Society of Canada Kora DeBeck | 2025 New RSC College Member | Simon Fraser University

Watch Distinguished SFU Professor Kora DeBeck, who is now a member of The Royal Society of Canada, speak about her research, which addresses the toxic drug crisis, now the leading cause of unnatural death in British Columbia.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpLx...
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You're invited to our Open House on October 30th from 4-6:30 PM at the Teck Gallery! Meet our faculty, staff, & current students, & get your questions answered about our undergraduate & graduate programs.

Learn more/RSVP: eventbrite.ca/e/school-of-...
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Considering a graduate degree in Public Policy?

Join our virtual information session on November 7th (12 PM PT) to learn more about the program, application process, & more. We'll also be answering your questions live!

Learn more/RSVP: www.eventbrite.ca/e/master-of-...
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We are now accepting applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Indigenous Public Policy. This is a full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment with a start date of July 15th, 2026.
To learn more/apply, visit our website: www.sfu.ca/policy-schoo...
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You're invited! 🎓🎉 All FASS graduands are invited to the FASS Convocation Reception happening right after your ceremony! Join us at the outdoor southwest corner of the AQ, right by the koi pond for free refreshments, prizes, and a photo booth!

RSVP ➡️ www.surveymonkey.ca/r/FASS-convo...

Nominations now open for the 2025 CERi Awards! Celebrate outstanding community-engaged SFU research that drives positive change. $1,500 cash prize for recipients. Let's recognize impactful work together!
Deadline: Nov. 7th, 2025
Details: bit.ly/ceriaward
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✨ Only 3 days left to RSVP! ✨
Thinking about graduate school at SFU? Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from the Faculty of Graduate Studies and program representatives.
📅 RSVP by Sept 15 at 9 AM | https://f.mtr.cool/ykizfeiota
👉 Review SFU GRAD Common Applicant Questions/Answers🔗Link in Bio