SciPol Digest - A CSPC Podcast Series

Conversations at the intersection of science, policy, and society in Canada

Presented by the Canadian Science Policy Centre (CSPC) and the Events & Workshops committee, SciPol Digest brings together leaders from academia, government, private sector and civil society to explore pressing issues shaping Canada’s science and innovation ecosystem.

Ep 1

Episode 1

A Deep Dive into the Advisory Panel on the Federal Research Support System

Hosted by: Megan Mahoney, CSPC Program Committee Member
This episode explores the findings and implications of the 2023 report from the Advisory Panel on the Federal Research Support System. Our panel unpacks challenges and opportunities in reforming the structure and governance of Canada’s research funding landscape.

Speakers include:

Frédéric Bouchard
Chair of the advisory Panel
Paul Dufour
Senior Fellow ISSP, University of Ottawa
Chad Gaffield
CEO, U15 Canada
Sarah Laframboise
Executive Director, Support Our Science
Gail Murphy
Vice-President of Research & Innovation, University of British Columbia

Ep 2

Episode 2

Exploring the Impact of the Science Meets Parliament Program

Hosted by: Trushar Patel, SMP Committee Member
We examine the transformative impact of the Science Meets Parliament (SMP) program, a CSPC-led initiative endorsed by Chief Science Advisor Dr. Mona Nemer. Guests share experiences from the program and reflect on its influence in bridging science and politics in Canada.

Speakers:

Matt McTaggart
SMP Committee Co-chair
Melissa Perreault
SMP 2022 Delegate
Sylvia Santosa
SMP 2022 Delegate
Matt Jeneroux
Member of Parliament
Honourable Rosa Galvez
Senate of Canada

Ep 3

Episode 3

Funding the Future — Canada’s Investment in Research During Critical Times

Hosted By: Kaitlin Kharas, Executive Director, Support Our Science
This episode analyzes Canada’s federal budget and its implications for the research ecosystem, featuring insights from funding agencies, researchers, postdocs, and MPs.

Speakers:

Henrietta Bennet
Chair, Canadian Association of Postdoctoral Scholars
Martin Fortin
Vice-President, NSERC
Maxime Blanchette-Joncas
Member of Parliament
Sirmapreet Singh
Research Associate, Evidence for Democracy

Ep 4

Episode 4

Empowering Youth Voices: Y7 and the Future of Diplomacy at G7 2025

Youth involvement and participation in international diplomacy through the Y7 Youth Delegation, with a focus on their role as a consulting body for the 2025 G7 Summit, which Canada is hosting in Kananaskis, Alberta. The discussion is tailored for the Canadian Science Policy Conference (CSPC) audience.

Names and Affiliations:

David Burge Role
Jaclyn Hiebert
Tam Pham
Kebrija Leeks-Kottick (pronounced Ca-bree-yaa)

Upcoming Episodes

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Ep 5

Episode 5

The Future of the Scientific International Cooperation in a Geopolitical Shift

In this episode, we will explore how global tensions and shifting alliances are reshaping international scientific collaboration, with insights from experts in science, policy, and diplomacy.

Coming Soon!

Ep 6

Episode 6

US and Canada scientific collaboration in 2025

This episode will examine the current landscape of research collaboration between Canada and the U.S., exploring how political shifts may impact joint initiatives, funding, and researcher mobility in 2025.

Coming Soon!

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Conversations à l’intersection de la science, de l’innovation, des politiques et de la société au Canada. Présenté par le Centre canadien sur les politiques scientifiques et le comité des francophiles, SciPol Digest réunit des leaders du milieu universitaire, du gouvernement, du secteur privé et de la société civile pour explorer les enjeux clés qui façonnent l’écosystème canadien de la science et de l’innovation.

Prochains épisodes

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