A new expert commentary from Jennifer Welsh and fellow members of the IDP Protection Expert Group and the Global IDP Advisory Group shows why meaningful participation of IDPs leads to better policies, stronger communities and more sustainable recovery. Read more: www.unhcr.org/media/ipeg-e...

Accomplished federal public service leader Siobhan Harty has joined the Max Bell School as the Slater Family Visiting Scholar, serving as Research Director for the Second Century Commission, coaching a Policy Lab, and mentoring MPP students. mcgill.ca/maxbellschool/article/our-people/siobhan-harty

What would it take to slow the growing pace of antimicrobial resistance in low-resource settings across the global south? The International Development Research Centre asked MPPs Julian Tayarah, Mahnoor Zaman, Charlie Clark, and Courtney White to find out through a OneHealth approach.

Next up in our 2026 Policy Lab series: the Metcalf Foundation (MF) team of Elena Anceva, Umme Salma, Ayeyi Ohene-Adu, and Rebecca Duncan, with guidance from Gisele Yasmeen.

Our 2026 Policy Lab spotlight turns to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) team of Victoria Gibbs, Calvin Campbell, Megan Wood, and Ariane Lamoureux, working alongside Pearl Eliadis.

This week's 2026 Policy Lab feature: the Competition Bureau (CB) team of Betselot Bekele, Théo Sainte-Marie, and Alex Lavigne, with the support of coach Neil Bouwer.

Continuing our 2026 Policy Lab spotlight, this week features the Canadian Red Cross (CRC) team of Aaliyah Lahai, Anna Cipolla, and Manuelitha Darlie Jean, with the coaching of Dr. Marc Fortin.

Today we're hosting our Slater Family Canada-US Policy Series conference, "Not Politics as Usual: Challenges to Constitutional Governance in Canada and the United States." Scholars and practitioners gather at Montreal's Old Port to examine the strains on democracy. Live updates in this thread 🧵

Over the next few weeks leading up to the Policy Lab presentations, we'll be highlighting each of our 2026 topics and teams - starting with the BacharLorai Global (BLG) team of Andre Policzer, Kimberley Moriarity, and Jehan Mohamed, with the coaching and mentorship of Sonja Solomun.

Congratulations to former MP Jonathan Wilkinson on his appointment as Canada's next ambassador to the European Union! We were delighted to host him in conversation recently, sharing his experience and expertise with our students.

Jonathan Wilkinson Returns to Campus for a Conversation on Canada’s Energy Transition

There is something different about hearing from someone who once sat where you are sitting. When the Hon. Jonathan Wilkinson returned to McGill to speak at the Max Bell School of Public Policy, it was...

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We are pleased to share a new initiative as Canada and the United States mark 100 years of formal diplomatic relations.

@jennifermwelsh.bsky.social and @abridgman.bsky.social provide analysis on what U.S. culture war politics means for Canadians.

ANALYSIS | Americans are paying more attention to Canada. Should we worry? | CBC News

American media, politicians and other right-wing influencers are paying more attention than ever before to Canada's domestic politics. Why does the MAGAsphere suddenly care so much, and what does it m...

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To wrap up the Food Systems Transformation in Global Perspective complexity seminar, Gisèle Yasmeen and a few of our MPPs took a field trip to learn about McGill’s Macdonald Campus. The sunny weather was a bonus! 🌱🌞

Quebec Bill 21: What is the case being brought before the Supreme Court? Human rights lawyer and associate professor at McGill University's @maxbellschool.bsky.social, Pearl Eliadis joins Andrew Carter:

Quebec Bill 21: What is the case being brought before the Supreme Court? - The Andrew Carter Podcast | iHeart

<p>The Supreme Court of Canada has wrapped up four days of historic hearings on Quebec&rsquo;s controversial Bill 21, the province&rsquo;s secularism law that bans certain public-sector workers from w...

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Jennifer Welsh co-authored a piece with Margaret Biggs on the direction of Canadian foreign policy under Mark Carney. The article connects to the Expert Group on the Future of International Development Cooperation, which is examining how Canada can rethink development partnerships.

Opinion: Why Carney’s sovereignty and prosperity agenda needs to engage emerging and developing economies

There are opportunities that exist for Canada in the spaces between global hegemons

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Pearl Eliadis spoke on CBC Radio’s Can You Joke About That?, a documentary on edgy comedy. Discussing the Supreme Court decision involving comedian Mike Ward, she argued speech can be discriminatory and harmful even if it doesn’t meet the legal threshold for hate speech.

Can You Joke About That?

Everyone has a different opinion of what’s funny, and what’s too far. Can You Joke About That? explores how we decide our boundaries when it comes to comedy. Through interviews with edgy comics and ex...

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La #Francofête à McGill est de retour ! Rejoignez-nous le 17 mars pour une soirée-débat sur l'influence du contexte digital actuel sur la perception du public. Nous accueillerons deux experts en la matière, Farnell Morisset et Aengus Bridgman. Inscrivez-vous: www.alumni.mcgill.ca/aoc/events-t...

L'écosystème médiatique moderne : risques, réalités et responsabilités

Dans le cadre de la Francofête 2026 à McGill, sous le thème « Le français, langue de la connaissance », cette session se tiend...

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Today is #McGill24, McGill's annual day of giving! When you make a gift to the @mcgillarts.bsky.social today, your contribution is amplified thanks to matching funds. Spread the #McGill24 magic!

The Hon. Jonathan Wilkinson joined students at McGill’s Max Bell School of Public Policy for a conversation on Canada’s energy transition and cabinet government, including reform, federal provincial dynamics, and economic tradeoffs. Read the full recap: www.mcgill.ca/maxbellschoo...

Last year at @maxbellschool.bsky.social, my team and I proposed a Youth Employment Supplement. Today it’s in Policy Options thanks to @scpartners.bsky.social. Half of young renters spend 50% of income on rent. Our proposal would reach 2M young Canadians. policyoptions.irpp.org/2026/02/yout...

How a youth employment supplement could help young Canadians

A youth employment supplement to the Canada Workers Benefit could help young Canadians facing housing costs, debt and weak job prospects.

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Amid François Legault’s resignation, The Max Bell School hosted an event with Eric Girard and @desireemcgraw.bsky.social, moderated by Paul Wells. The discussion examined governing Quebec during transition and policy pressures shaping the province’s next phase. www.mcgill.ca/maxbellschoo...

We're delighted for our colleagues at the Trottier Institute for Science and Public Policy: Nick King as Associate Director and Rhonda Moore as Professor of Practice! www.mcgill.ca/tispp/channe...

@taylorowen.bsky.social submitted a report to the Minister of AI and Digital Innovation with recommendations on democratic governance and safety in his capacity as a member of Canada's AI Strategy Task Force. Read the article on @theglobeandmail.com or the report on @mediatechdemocracy.bsky.social:

Taylor Owen's Report to the AI Strategic Task Force | The Globe and Mail

January 22, 2026 | Taylor Owen recently submitted a report to the Minister of AI and Digital Innovation with recommendations on democratic governance and safety in his capacity as a member of Canada's...

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Join us on February 13 at 12:00 noon EST for a webinar featuring Maria Popova, Vincent Rigby, and Carsten-Andreas Schulz on Trump’s Foreign Policy and Canada’s Strategic Dilemmas @cpsa-acsp.bsky.social @mcgillpolisci.bsky.social @popovaprof.bsky.social www.eventbrite.ca/e/trumps-for...

Jennifer Welsh joined The Herle Burly podcast to discuss the implications of Prime Minister Carney’s recent trip to China. Welsh argues that while a “New World Order” is indeed emerging, the real question is what form it will ultimately take. Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...

New World Order: Canada on the World Stage with David Mulroney & Jennifer Welsh

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Meet one of the program directors for The Art of Writing About Policy, Neil Bouwer! Currently a professor of practice at @mcgill.ca’s @maxbellschool.bsky.social, Neil shares his expertise in framing complex issues and communicating them clearly to diverse audiences.

It’s been an exciting year at Max Bell! As we wind down for the holiday season, we’re reflecting on the progress we’ve made together. We’re deeply grateful for our policy community, and we look forward to another year of growth, thoughtful dialogue, and meaningful impacts. See you in 2026! 🎉📚 🤗

Looking Back on 2025 at the Max Bell School

Through out 2025, the Max Bell School was a dynamic hub for debate, analysis, learning, and collaboration on some of today’s most pressing public policy challenges. Through teaching, research, policy ...

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Philippe Dufresne, Elizabeth Denham (Chair, Jersey Data Protection Authority) & Claire Atkin (Co-Founder & CEO, @checkmyads.org ) joined @jennifermwelsh.bsky.social (Director, @maxbellschool.bsky.social) to discuss current privacy laws and AI governance. Watch their panel here: tinyurl.com/2xvt2jsy

Panel: Data Privacy in an AI World | Attention: Govern Or Be Governed

At Attention: Govern Or Be Governed, Philippe Dufresne (Privacy Commissioner of Canada), Elizabeth Gary (Chair, Jersey Data Protection Authority, and former UK Commissioner of Information), and Claire Atkin (Co-Founder and CEO, Check My Ads Institute) joined Jennifer Welsh (Director, Max Bell School of Public Policy, McGill University) to discuss what the current age of AI means for data privacy. Attention: Govern Or Be Governed was a two-day international gathering, dedicated to understanding how the world's democracies can chart a new path forward in the digital age. This event was presented by Paradigms, the Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy, and the Max Bell School of Public Policy at McGill University. Videography by Victor Oly, Natasha Zimin, and Jorge Vasconez. Visit the Attention website to learn more: https://www.attentionconferences.com/conferences/2025-forum

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The Max Bell School of Public Policy invites applications for four open positions, all with ideal start dates of Sept. 1, 2026. - Fellowship in Sustainability - JW McConnell Professor of Practice in Public Policy - JW McConnell Visiting Scholar in Public Policy - Slater Family Visiting Scholar

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