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Amplifying humanities and social science researchers
The Federation gives its members platforms from which to think, speak, and engage on issues of national and international significance to the humanities and social sciences. Here are a few ways the Federation does this:
- Big Thinking series , where we bring scholars to the forefront of the national dialogue on public policy and issues of public relevance
- The Role of the Humanities and Social Sciences, through which we undertake and spotlight research that addresses today’s most pressing challenges in Canada and worldwide
- Consultations through which we connect with our members to provide input to major submissions, recommendations, or statements from the Federation including participation in pre-Federal Budget submissions, government policy consultations, and engaging directly with parliamentarians
- *new* The Federation consulted on new federal artificial intelligence strategy, read our written consultation to the AI Task Force.
- 2025-Pre-budget consultations
- Canadian Symposium for Scholarly Journals
- Capstone Consultation
- Federal Budget 2024 Response
The Federation has been engaging with decision-makers to amplify its government advocacy efforts in support of our community, ensuring that the humanities and social sciences are central to Canada's research and innovation agenda. Recent meetings include:
- Meeting with the office of Minister Joly, Innovation, Science and Economic Development on Thursday, July 31.
- Meeting with the office of Minister Guilbeault, Department of Canadian Heritage on Thursday, August 7.
- Meeting with the office of Minister Evan Solomon, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation on Tuesday, August 12.
Get involved
- Subscribe to our Communiqué newsletter
- Submit a policy proposal through the Policy Development Framework
- Contact us at policy@federationhss.ca
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