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Canada's leading advocate for evidence-informed policies and decision-making. 🇨🇦
Misinformation is not the same as disinformation.
Misinformation often spreads unintentionally through emotion and uncertainty.
Disinformation is deliberately created and amplified to mislead and erode trust.
Read our report on misinformation in Canada:
evidencefordemocracy.ca/research/the...
Join us on February 24: evidencefordemocracy.ca/webinar-the-...
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How serious is the misinformation challenge in Canada?
On Feb 24, @ 12–1 pm ET is hosting a public webinar unpacking findings from our new report and discussing what’s at stake for Canadian democracy.
Register here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/webinar-the-...
Misinformation is reshaping democratic participation and public trust in Canada.
Our new report, The Misinformation Challenge, examines how misinformation spreads, its impacts on communities, and the policy options needed to respond.
Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/how-to-rebui...
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!
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Last week, our team attended #CSPC2025. It was an energizing few days filled with thoughtful discussion and meaningful connections.
We left feeling grateful for this collaborative community and excited to carry the momentum into our upcoming projects.
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Quelques astuces issues du guide Faire entendre la voix de la science dans le milieu municipal, publié par @e4dca.bsky.social avec le soutien du FRQ.
Bonne lecture!
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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Your voice matters. By signing, you’re helping strengthen Canadian democracy and send a clear message: participation from all citizens makes our country stronger.
Join us in this movement. Sign the letter and help a more inclusive and resilient democracy.
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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.
📃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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Canada makes pitch for US researchers to relocate with $1.7bn in new funding. My story for @science.org 🧪
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Read our breakdown: evidencefordemocracy.ca/budget-2025-...
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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.
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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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Read the blog and case study: evidencefordemocracy.ca/why-monarchs...
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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.
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...
In collaboration with the @fondsrechercheqc.bsky.social , 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-...
💡 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 @fondsrechercheqc.bsky.social
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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...
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...
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-...
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...
@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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
