Exploring Public Policy and Democratic Institutions: High-Profile Event in Winnipeg and Online
On May 1, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CDT), Canadian Mennonite University (CMU) will host a dynamic and timely event examining the intersection of public policy, democratic institutions, and community leadership.
Presented in partnership with the Public Policy Program at Massey College in Toronto and CMU in Winnipeg, this gathering will feature a keynote conversation with The Honourable Matt Wiebe, Manitoba's Minister of Justice and Attorney General, and Professor Heidi Tworek, Canada Research Chair and Director of the Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions at the University of British Columbia. The session will be moderated by Dr. Tom Axworthy, Public Policy Chair at Massey College.
"We're grateful for the opportunity to partner with CMU on this important and timely conversation," said Axworthy. "CMU's commitment to thoughtful public dialogue makes it the perfect host for a gathering of such a distinguished roster of thinkers and leaders on such a critical matter in society. I look forward to doing more of the same with CMU in the future."
In addition to those named, this in-person and livestreamed event will bring together a diverse and respected lineup of presenters from across sectors to discuss pressing policy challenges and innovative solutions:
- Colleen Sklar, Principal, Creative Resolutions
- Cheryl Pauls, President, CMU
- Laren Bill, Manitoba Treaty Land Entitlement Framework
- Rochelle Squires, CEO, Centre Venture
- Paul Thomas, Professor Emeritus, Political Studies, University of Manitoba
- Hazel Borys, Director of Planning, Property and Development, City of Winnipeg
- Shawna Bruce, Crisis Communications Lead, M.D. Bruce and Associates
- Bob Haverluck, Artist Educator, Theologian, Environmentalist
"In a world where policy decisions and public narratives unfold in real-time online, it's essential that citizens—of all ages and backgrounds—take up their responsibility to be savvy social media consumers," said Cheryl Pauls, President of CMU. "Our democratic institutions require all of us to participate in public discourse with discernment, curiosity, and care."
This gathering offers a unique opportunity for the public, students, and policymakers to engage in forward-thinking dialogue about the evolving landscape of governance, justice, communication, and urban planning in Canada.
Attendance is free; however space is limited. In-person attendees are asked to register at eventbrite.ca/e/dealing-with-disinformation-a-massey-college-cmu-partnership-event-tickets-1312018154619.
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About CMU
Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, CMU is a Christian institution offering undergraduate degrees in arts, business, humanities, music, sciences, social sciences, and social work, as well as graduate degrees in Business Administration and Theology. CMU is a proud member of Universities Canada.
For information about CMU, visit cmu.ca.
Kevin Kilbrei, Director of Marketing and Communications
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