From 2019 to 2024, the Foundation has decided to add a complementary theme associated with the cohorts to contextualize certain events organized by the Foundation or its members. The 2022, 2023 and 2024 cohorts are linked to the themes below, which will continue to guide some of their activities for the duration of their mandate. Please note that there will be no more scientific cycles as of 2025.
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms: A New Constitutional Order for Canada and Model for the World
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The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms: A New Constitutional Order for Canada and Model for the World
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Synopsis
One of the key centrepieces of Pierre Elliott Trudeau's legacy is the introduction of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms in 1982.
Using the vantage point of forty years since its introduction, we seek to capture the wisdom, knowledge, and lived experiences stemming from this seminal document. It has directed the course of law and the determination of rights in Canada for two generations. At the same time, the Charter is a living document that serves as the legal benchmark in an ever-evolving society.
The Foundation will organize a public event on the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms in Summer 2025.
The Future of Foreign Policy
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The Future of Foreign Policy
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Synopsis
We frame this question in the context of major changes taking place in the world. The pace of change has accelerated with seismic technological shifts, new cross-regional alignments, climate change, migration and refugee movements, mounting global debt and the changing nature of conflict and security. Significant shifts in the global order have questioned the foundations upon which we base Canadian foreign policy.
Global Economies
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Global Economies
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Globalization has contributed to an unprecedented flow of capital, trade, investment, people and ideas across borders. Merits of our globalized economy and new digitalized platforms are mired by overly monopolistic practices to compete for resources, an emerging surveillance society, and disparities between populations and countries.
New challenges arise in coordinating efforts with economic power shifts towards states with authoritarian regimes, increasing populist movements, and protectionist measures implemented within several nations.
Language, Culture & Identity
Technology & Ethics
Power & Knowledge