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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 10h

READ: Sutherland: Public service cuts are coming — Here’s how to handle them
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Sutherland: Public service cuts are coming — Here’s how to handle them

The federal government must be both compassionate and smart in how it handles spending cuts.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 10h

Public service cuts are inevitable — but how they’re done will shape the federal government’s effectiveness and compassion. Our President & CEO Allen Sutherland explains why smart, compassionate reductions are key to protecting the public interest and building a stronger future.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 1d

Did you know that IOG also offers training in French?
Our courses can be delivered in French or English, and our webinars include live subtitles in both official languages.
📚 Don’t miss: Storytelling for Deck Writers – Nov 7, 2025
👉 iog.ca/courses

Courses - Institute on Governance

The IOG offers 36 specialized courses designed to give public servants concrete, practical-based knowledge and skills to become more effective...

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 1d

Saviez-vous que l’IOG offre aussi ses formations en français ?
Nos cours peuvent être offerts en français ou en anglais, et nos webinaires proposent des sous-titres en direct dans les deux langues officielles.
📚 L’Art du récit – 7 nov 2025
👉 iog.ca/courses

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 2d

Read Sutherland’s piece in the Globe and Mail:
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...

Listen to his interview on the Shaye Ganam Show:
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Opinion: Michael Sabia prepares to shake up Canada’s public service

Clerk of the Privy Council’s new mission statement could deliver a sea change to the mentality of the federal bureaucracy

www.theglobeandmail.com

The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 2d

Sutherland expands on these themes in a conversation with Shaye Ganam, discussing how to balance speed with sound decisions, foster diversity of thought, and drive real progress on national missions.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 2d

Allen Sutherland, President & CEO of IOG, responds to Michael Sabia’s bold vision as Canada’s new Clerk of the Privy Council.
Sabia urges the public service to “focus, simplify, and be accountable” — zeroing in on priorities, cutting red tape, and enabling decisive leadership.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 4d

Ready to grow your leadership this fall?
Explore upcoming courses: iog.ca/courses

Courses - Institute on Governance

The IOG offers 36 specialized courses designed to give public servants concrete, practical-based knowledge and skills to become more effective...

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 4d

From leadership readiness to navigating organizational transitions, our fall programming reflects the evolving needs of the public service and our commitment to helping professionals lead with impact.

Courses - Institute on Governance

The IOG offers 36 specialized courses designed to give public servants concrete, practical-based knowledge and skills to become more effective...

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 4d

September’s “back to school” spirit was alive at the IOG Learning Centre, where public servants returned to the classroom to strengthen their leadership, policy, and management skills.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 7d

READ: From Trudeau’s sprawl to Carney’s focus: the evolution of mandate letters
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Carney’s mandate letter replaces Trudeau’s 800 commitments

Carney’s single mandate letter swaps Trudeau’s 800 commitments for seven missions, giving public servants welcome flexibility.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 7d

Public mandate letters have become important instruments of governance in Canada. This article, by our President and CEO Allen Sutherland, examines the ongoing metamorphosis of mandate letters as an instrument of governance from the Trudeau to the Carney government.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 8d

Also explore our courses in Policy and Governance, Leadership and Team Development, Science, Innovation and Digital, and Communication and Engagement—tailored to expand your skills and equip you to navigate today’s public sector challenges.
👉 Register today at iog.ca/courses

Courses - Institute on Governance

The IOG offers 36 specialized courses designed to give public servants concrete, practical-based knowledge and skills to become more effective...

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 8d

🔗Register:https://iog.ca/learning-and-leadership/courses/64-appearing-before-a-parliamentary-committee/

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 8d

📆 Appearing Before a Parliamentary Committee
22 October 2025, 19 November 2025, 5 February 2026, 18 March 2026
⏰ 4 hours, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 In-Person at IOG (60 George Street in Ottawa’s ByWard Market)

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 8d

Parliament is back. Sharpen your testimony skills with IOG’s half-day course featuring mock testimony, case studies and interactive exercises to build confidence before committees. First session Oct 22, 2025. Custom training available.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 9d

READ: President’s Corner: Excerpts from the Ottawa Citizen on the Fall Session and the Impact of Austerity
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President's Corner: Excerpts from the Ottawa Citizen on the Fall Session and the Impact of Austerity - Institute on Governance

By Allen Sutherland, President and CEO September 10, 2025 In the Monday, September 8 Ottawa Citizen, I reflected on what...

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 9d

As a new Parliament resumes and austerity measures are poised to reshape the public service, Allen Sutherland, IOG’s President and CEO, offers reflections in The Ottawa Citizen on the political and professional landscape ahead.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 10d

For more information about the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation please visit: www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/16311301...

Understanding the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 30, 2021, marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day that coincides with Orange Shirt Day. It recognizes the tragic legacy of residential schools, the missing children,...

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 10d

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

This day honours Survivors, their families, and communities, and ensures the history and legacy of residential schools remain a vital part of Canada’s story as we work together toward reconciliation.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 15d

READ: Federalism: Co-Management – A comparison of the Three Territories’ Co-Management Models with the Federal Government by Catherine Waters
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READ: Federalism and The Reconciliation Agenda by Catherine Waters
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Federalism: Co-Management – A comparison of the Three Territories’ Co-Management Models with the Federal Government - Institute on Governance

By Catherine Waters, Director, Learning Design and Evaluation September 10, 2025 The models of co-management in Nunavut, Northwest Territories (NWT),...

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 15d

From Indigenous governments recognized as distinct orders, to co-management boards with legal weight under modern treaties, discover how Canada’s federal system is evolving beyond the federal–provincial binary to include Indigenous nations in shared governance.

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 15d

Part 3 of our federalism series is here!

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 21d

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Bootcamps - Institute on Governance

Our immersive IOG Bootcamps are designed for public servants and professionals who want to fast-track their learning, sharpen their skills,...

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The Institute on Governance @iogca.bsky.social · 21d

📅 Policy & Governance Bootcamp – Oct 6–7, 2025
📅 Frontline Leadership Bootcamp – Nov 12–13, 2025
📅 Mastering Strategic Communication Bootcamp – Nov 17–18, 2025

Join us in person at our Ottawa office in the ByWard Market and take the next step in your leadership journey.

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