DemocracyXChange
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Canada's Democracy Summit | Toronto: April 16–18, 2026. Presented by OCAD U, The dais at TMU & The Open Democracy Project | #DXC26
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Workplaces are trusted spaces, and key to strengthening civic engagement and democracy.
Join us on November 28 with @canadianclubto.bsky.social to explore how leaders can support informed, engaged employees.
www.canadianclub.org/events/promo...
#Leadership #Democracy #Canada
Join us on November 28 with @canadianclubto.bsky.social to explore how leaders can support informed, engaged employees.
www.canadianclub.org/events/promo...
#Leadership #Democracy #Canada
November 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Workplaces are trusted spaces, and key to strengthening civic engagement and democracy.
Join us on November 28 with @canadianclubto.bsky.social to explore how leaders can support informed, engaged employees.
www.canadianclub.org/events/promo...
#Leadership #Democracy #Canada
Join us on November 28 with @canadianclubto.bsky.social to explore how leaders can support informed, engaged employees.
www.canadianclub.org/events/promo...
#Leadership #Democracy #Canada
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It takes two to talk.
Join us on November 12 as MPs Karim Bardeesy (Liberal) and Melissa Lantsman (Conservative) sit down for a candid conversation exploring why so many politicians talk past each other, and whether Canadians can do democracy differently.
torontomu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us on November 12 as MPs Karim Bardeesy (Liberal) and Melissa Lantsman (Conservative) sit down for a candid conversation exploring why so many politicians talk past each other, and whether Canadians can do democracy differently.
torontomu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 23, 2025 at 3:27 PM
It takes two to talk.
Join us on November 12 as MPs Karim Bardeesy (Liberal) and Melissa Lantsman (Conservative) sit down for a candid conversation exploring why so many politicians talk past each other, and whether Canadians can do democracy differently.
torontomu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us on November 12 as MPs Karim Bardeesy (Liberal) and Melissa Lantsman (Conservative) sit down for a candid conversation exploring why so many politicians talk past each other, and whether Canadians can do democracy differently.
torontomu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
As we consider our options at the Canadian polls on Monday, let’s embrace the practice of #StrategicForesight to navigate change, tackle challenges and foster civic innovation. Explore how foresight shapes resilient policies in this reflection from #DXC25: www.democracyxchange.org/news
April 25, 2025 at 6:13 PM
As we consider our options at the Canadian polls on Monday, let’s embrace the practice of #StrategicForesight to navigate change, tackle challenges and foster civic innovation. Explore how foresight shapes resilient policies in this reflection from #DXC25: www.democracyxchange.org/news
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“Behind the lofty rhetoric of every high-profile politician, there is a low-profile public servant doing the heavy lifting.”
Our Senior Fellow, @reggcohn.bsky.social moderated a discussion on the value of public service, amid high-profile layoffs south of the border at @dxcsummit.bsky.social 25.
Our Senior Fellow, @reggcohn.bsky.social moderated a discussion on the value of public service, amid high-profile layoffs south of the border at @dxcsummit.bsky.social 25.
Martin Regg Cohn: They’re on the firing line in Donald Trump’s America. Here’s how public servants survive in Canada
Behind the scenes, public servants have become protagonists in their own democratic drama, Martin Regg Cohn writes.
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April 11, 2025 at 1:14 PM
“Behind the lofty rhetoric of every high-profile politician, there is a low-profile public servant doing the heavy lifting.”
Our Senior Fellow, @reggcohn.bsky.social moderated a discussion on the value of public service, amid high-profile layoffs south of the border at @dxcsummit.bsky.social 25.
Our Senior Fellow, @reggcohn.bsky.social moderated a discussion on the value of public service, amid high-profile layoffs south of the border at @dxcsummit.bsky.social 25.
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Thank you @musaalgharbi.bsky.social @ocaduniversity.bsky.social for a great time #DXC25 I met a TVO supporter who told me that TVO got her through the pandemic 🥰 Look for Musa’s book “We Have Never Been Woke”. It’s an uncomfortable read but one that asks you look inward & to interrogate yourself.
April 4, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Thank you @musaalgharbi.bsky.social @ocaduniversity.bsky.social for a great time #DXC25 I met a TVO supporter who told me that TVO got her through the pandemic 🥰 Look for Musa’s book “We Have Never Been Woke”. It’s an uncomfortable read but one that asks you look inward & to interrogate yourself.
The DemocracyXChange summit gathers us once a year, but our dedicated #DXC25 Community Partners are on the front lines of upholding democratic values every day. We encourage you to stay connected to these important orgs that are sparking action year-round. www.democracyxchange.org/dxc25-partners
April 8, 2025 at 8:58 PM
The DemocracyXChange summit gathers us once a year, but our dedicated #DXC25 Community Partners are on the front lines of upholding democratic values every day. We encourage you to stay connected to these important orgs that are sparking action year-round. www.democracyxchange.org/dxc25-partners
The 6th edition of DemocracyXChange is in the books & we’re so inspired by the incredible community of 800+ participants who joined us this year. A special thank you to our #DXC25 volunteers, Advisory Committee, staff & our generous partners! We couldn’t do it without your invaluable contributions.
April 8, 2025 at 8:47 PM
The 6th edition of DemocracyXChange is in the books & we’re so inspired by the incredible community of 800+ participants who joined us this year. A special thank you to our #DXC25 volunteers, Advisory Committee, staff & our generous partners! We couldn’t do it without your invaluable contributions.
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An interesting conversation on AI, democracy, and public good this morning at @dxcsummit.bsky.social
Just because big tech companies aren't based in Canada, doesn't mean there isn't a real and urgent need for robust public engagement on AI regulation and digital/AI literacy
#DXC25
Just because big tech companies aren't based in Canada, doesn't mean there isn't a real and urgent need for robust public engagement on AI regulation and digital/AI literacy
#DXC25
April 7, 2025 at 8:08 PM
An interesting conversation on AI, democracy, and public good this morning at @dxcsummit.bsky.social
Just because big tech companies aren't based in Canada, doesn't mean there isn't a real and urgent need for robust public engagement on AI regulation and digital/AI literacy
#DXC25
Just because big tech companies aren't based in Canada, doesn't mean there isn't a real and urgent need for robust public engagement on AI regulation and digital/AI literacy
#DXC25
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Do you know @patrioticmillionaires.org?
They're wealthy folks arguing for MORE taxes on wealthy folks! Claire Trottier from the Toronto chapter was at @dxcsummit.bsky.social.
Key notes:
- The wealthy will be fine paying 2% more tax 😮
- Tax capital gains at higher rates
Refreshing, non?
They're wealthy folks arguing for MORE taxes on wealthy folks! Claire Trottier from the Toronto chapter was at @dxcsummit.bsky.social.
Key notes:
- The wealthy will be fine paying 2% more tax 😮
- Tax capital gains at higher rates
Refreshing, non?
@dxcsummit.bsky.social 2025 was stellar. So glad to hear a vision for community wealth building from @mendelmatt.bsky.social and Claire Trottier.
A strong Canadian economy starts with fair business rent, investment in local biz, and - yes - taxing the wealthy.
@scpartners.bsky.social for more!
A strong Canadian economy starts with fair business rent, investment in local biz, and - yes - taxing the wealthy.
@scpartners.bsky.social for more!
April 7, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Do you know @patrioticmillionaires.org?
They're wealthy folks arguing for MORE taxes on wealthy folks! Claire Trottier from the Toronto chapter was at @dxcsummit.bsky.social.
Key notes:
- The wealthy will be fine paying 2% more tax 😮
- Tax capital gains at higher rates
Refreshing, non?
They're wealthy folks arguing for MORE taxes on wealthy folks! Claire Trottier from the Toronto chapter was at @dxcsummit.bsky.social.
Key notes:
- The wealthy will be fine paying 2% more tax 😮
- Tax capital gains at higher rates
Refreshing, non?
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@dxcsummit.bsky.social 2025 was stellar. So glad to hear a vision for community wealth building from @mendelmatt.bsky.social and Claire Trottier.
A strong Canadian economy starts with fair business rent, investment in local biz, and - yes - taxing the wealthy.
@scpartners.bsky.social for more!
A strong Canadian economy starts with fair business rent, investment in local biz, and - yes - taxing the wealthy.
@scpartners.bsky.social for more!
April 7, 2025 at 1:09 PM
@dxcsummit.bsky.social 2025 was stellar. So glad to hear a vision for community wealth building from @mendelmatt.bsky.social and Claire Trottier.
A strong Canadian economy starts with fair business rent, investment in local biz, and - yes - taxing the wealthy.
@scpartners.bsky.social for more!
A strong Canadian economy starts with fair business rent, investment in local biz, and - yes - taxing the wealthy.
@scpartners.bsky.social for more!
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“They will take it if you let them take it”
@timothysnyder.bsky.social est très clair sur les velléités de l’administration Trump sur le Canada
Les prédictions de Snyder depuis son livre On tyranny sont assez claires aussi
Je serai à la manif aujourd’hui.
@timothysnyder.bsky.social est très clair sur les velléités de l’administration Trump sur le Canada
Les prédictions de Snyder depuis son livre On tyranny sont assez claires aussi
Je serai à la manif aujourd’hui.
During his conversation with @caroloff.bsky.social this morning at #DXC25, Historian & Author @timothysnyder.bsky.social responds to the question, “Will the U.S. actually try and annex Canada?”
#OnFreedom #TimothySnyder #DXC25 #PositiveFreedom #elbowsup #never51 #CDNpoli
#OnFreedom #TimothySnyder #DXC25 #PositiveFreedom #elbowsup #never51 #CDNpoli
April 6, 2025 at 2:32 PM
“They will take it if you let them take it”
@timothysnyder.bsky.social est très clair sur les velléités de l’administration Trump sur le Canada
Les prédictions de Snyder depuis son livre On tyranny sont assez claires aussi
Je serai à la manif aujourd’hui.
@timothysnyder.bsky.social est très clair sur les velléités de l’administration Trump sur le Canada
Les prédictions de Snyder depuis son livre On tyranny sont assez claires aussi
Je serai à la manif aujourd’hui.
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Will the US attempt to annex Canada? Timothy Snyder says:
"They will take it if you let them take it. But if you don't let them take it, if it's apparent that there will be a cost, it will be a very different question for them."
In short: Elbows up, Canada.
"They will take it if you let them take it. But if you don't let them take it, if it's apparent that there will be a cost, it will be a very different question for them."
In short: Elbows up, Canada.
During his conversation with @caroloff.bsky.social this morning at #DXC25, Historian & Author @timothysnyder.bsky.social responds to the question, “Will the U.S. actually try and annex Canada?”
#OnFreedom #TimothySnyder #DXC25 #PositiveFreedom #elbowsup #never51 #CDNpoli
#OnFreedom #TimothySnyder #DXC25 #PositiveFreedom #elbowsup #never51 #CDNpoli
April 6, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Will the US attempt to annex Canada? Timothy Snyder says:
"They will take it if you let them take it. But if you don't let them take it, if it's apparent that there will be a cost, it will be a very different question for them."
In short: Elbows up, Canada.
"They will take it if you let them take it. But if you don't let them take it, if it's apparent that there will be a cost, it will be a very different question for them."
In short: Elbows up, Canada.
The sixth annual DemocracyXChange ended on a high note as we closed out the summit with a “SiNG for Democracy” session with CHOiR! CHOiR! CHOiR!… putting words into practice as we demonstrated the power of collective action, together. 💪 Thanks to all who participated in #DXC25 🎶
April 5, 2025 at 11:09 PM
The sixth annual DemocracyXChange ended on a high note as we closed out the summit with a “SiNG for Democracy” session with CHOiR! CHOiR! CHOiR!… putting words into practice as we demonstrated the power of collective action, together. 💪 Thanks to all who participated in #DXC25 🎶
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Can we save the CBC? Should we save the CBC? How do we save the CBC?
@thewalrus.ca executive director, @jenniferhollett.bsky.social , moderates the conversation with @jessicajohnson.bsky.social , Tara Henley, Harrison Lowman and Marla Boltman at DXC25 @dxcsummit.bsky.social
@thewalrus.ca executive director, @jenniferhollett.bsky.social , moderates the conversation with @jessicajohnson.bsky.social , Tara Henley, Harrison Lowman and Marla Boltman at DXC25 @dxcsummit.bsky.social
April 5, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Can we save the CBC? Should we save the CBC? How do we save the CBC?
@thewalrus.ca executive director, @jenniferhollett.bsky.social , moderates the conversation with @jessicajohnson.bsky.social , Tara Henley, Harrison Lowman and Marla Boltman at DXC25 @dxcsummit.bsky.social
@thewalrus.ca executive director, @jenniferhollett.bsky.social , moderates the conversation with @jessicajohnson.bsky.social , Tara Henley, Harrison Lowman and Marla Boltman at DXC25 @dxcsummit.bsky.social
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“Who is the economy working for? The returns on capital + wealth have been much higher than returns on labour,” says @mendelmatt.bsky.social w/Dan Debow and Claire Trottier, at the @dxcsummit.bsky.social panel, New Ideas for a Democratic Economy, moderated by @thelogic.co’s @muradhem.bsky.social
April 5, 2025 at 8:10 PM
“Who is the economy working for? The returns on capital + wealth have been much higher than returns on labour,” says @mendelmatt.bsky.social w/Dan Debow and Claire Trottier, at the @dxcsummit.bsky.social panel, New Ideas for a Democratic Economy, moderated by @thelogic.co’s @muradhem.bsky.social
At the 'Reimagining Public Education for a Democratic Future,' workshop with Annie Kidder of People for Education, participants stressed schools as hubs for citizenship—where students learn to challenge, question, & engage. Critical thinking isn’t extra—it’s essential. 📚💡 #DXC25
April 5, 2025 at 8:35 PM
At the 'Reimagining Public Education for a Democratic Future,' workshop with Annie Kidder of People for Education, participants stressed schools as hubs for citizenship—where students learn to challenge, question, & engage. Critical thinking isn’t extra—it’s essential. 📚💡 #DXC25
In the “Future of Municipalities,” panelists confronted a harsh reality: municipalities are being asked to solve existential challenges—housing, climate, tech disruption—w/ a fraction of the power/resources & they’re doing it under the thumb of higher governments that can override local will. #DXC25
April 5, 2025 at 7:32 PM
In the “Future of Municipalities,” panelists confronted a harsh reality: municipalities are being asked to solve existential challenges—housing, climate, tech disruption—w/ a fraction of the power/resources & they’re doing it under the thumb of higher governments that can override local will. #DXC25
On “The Future of Local Journalism” panel convened by @ocaduniversity.bsky.social Cultural Policy Hub, Lydia Miljan challenged the myth of media neutrality, calling out that it often is a cover for bias. #DXC25
April 5, 2025 at 7:19 PM
On “The Future of Local Journalism” panel convened by @ocaduniversity.bsky.social Cultural Policy Hub, Lydia Miljan challenged the myth of media neutrality, calling out that it often is a cover for bias. #DXC25
Are Canadians as divided as we think? At #DXC25’s 'Elections and How Polling Can Bridge Divides,' panel, @shachikurl.bsky.social and the panel shared a hopeful truth: 60% of Canadians hold nuanced views on key issues, living in the middle ground—open to dialogue and contradiction.
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April 5, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Are Canadians as divided as we think? At #DXC25’s 'Elections and How Polling Can Bridge Divides,' panel, @shachikurl.bsky.social and the panel shared a hopeful truth: 60% of Canadians hold nuanced views on key issues, living in the middle ground—open to dialogue and contradiction.
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During his conversation with @caroloff.bsky.social this morning at #DXC25, Historian & Author @timothysnyder.bsky.social responds to the question, “Will the U.S. actually try and annex Canada?”
#OnFreedom #TimothySnyder #DXC25 #PositiveFreedom #elbowsup #never51 #CDNpoli
#OnFreedom #TimothySnyder #DXC25 #PositiveFreedom #elbowsup #never51 #CDNpoli
April 5, 2025 at 6:14 PM
During his conversation with @caroloff.bsky.social this morning at #DXC25, Historian & Author @timothysnyder.bsky.social responds to the question, “Will the U.S. actually try and annex Canada?”
#OnFreedom #TimothySnyder #DXC25 #PositiveFreedom #elbowsup #never51 #CDNpoli
#OnFreedom #TimothySnyder #DXC25 #PositiveFreedom #elbowsup #never51 #CDNpoli
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Two hours to go!
I will be arguing that the US economic and democratic model is the greatest achievement in human history.
Or something else entirely.
Only one way to find out...tune in!
I will be arguing that the US economic and democratic model is the greatest achievement in human history.
Or something else entirely.
Only one way to find out...tune in!
Join #DXC25 for the “New Ideas for a Democratic Economy” panel on April 5 at TMU.
What kind of economy do we want for Canada—one that prioritizes growth and productivity, at any cost? Or one that focuses on greater shared prosperity?
Details and tix at: www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/new...
What kind of economy do we want for Canada—one that prioritizes growth and productivity, at any cost? Or one that focuses on greater shared prosperity?
Details and tix at: www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/new...
April 5, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Two hours to go!
I will be arguing that the US economic and democratic model is the greatest achievement in human history.
Or something else entirely.
Only one way to find out...tune in!
I will be arguing that the US economic and democratic model is the greatest achievement in human history.
Or something else entirely.
Only one way to find out...tune in!
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“We are great at building and exporting cleantech in Canada, but bad at commercializing it.” -Laura Gabor
“Canada has an AI branding problem.” - Seher Shafiq
#DXC25 @dxcsummit.bsky.social
“Canada has an AI branding problem.” - Seher Shafiq
#DXC25 @dxcsummit.bsky.social
April 5, 2025 at 5:06 PM
“We are great at building and exporting cleantech in Canada, but bad at commercializing it.” -Laura Gabor
“Canada has an AI branding problem.” - Seher Shafiq
#DXC25 @dxcsummit.bsky.social
“Canada has an AI branding problem.” - Seher Shafiq
#DXC25 @dxcsummit.bsky.social
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We have a certain understanding of reality that’s not reflected in news media or canadian culture,” says Eden Fineday, publisher at IndigiNews in the Fight for Local News panel with Lydia Miljan, Gabrielle Brassard-Lecours, Teresa Marques and moderated by the CBC’s @elamin.bsky.social #DXC25
April 5, 2025 at 3:23 PM
We have a certain understanding of reality that’s not reflected in news media or canadian culture,” says Eden Fineday, publisher at IndigiNews in the Fight for Local News panel with Lydia Miljan, Gabrielle Brassard-Lecours, Teresa Marques and moderated by the CBC’s @elamin.bsky.social #DXC25
Today @ #DXC25, @timothysnyder.bsky.social in conversation w/ @caroloff.bsky.social, calls for collective freedom: 'You can’t be free alone.' In a world of disinformation, freedom is not a solo act, but a collective group project, grounded in care, cooperation, solidarity, factuality & imagination.
April 5, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Today @ #DXC25, @timothysnyder.bsky.social in conversation w/ @caroloff.bsky.social, calls for collective freedom: 'You can’t be free alone.' In a world of disinformation, freedom is not a solo act, but a collective group project, grounded in care, cooperation, solidarity, factuality & imagination.
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1/2 We're live at @dxcsummit.bsky.social 2025. If you haven't already, make your way to our booth now. We're excited to meet and greet you there!
#PublicBroadcasting #FutureOfCBC #dxc2025
#PublicBroadcasting #FutureOfCBC #dxc2025
April 5, 2025 at 2:36 PM
1/2 We're live at @dxcsummit.bsky.social 2025. If you haven't already, make your way to our booth now. We're excited to meet and greet you there!
#PublicBroadcasting #FutureOfCBC #dxc2025
#PublicBroadcasting #FutureOfCBC #dxc2025