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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · 7d

The 2025 Science to Policy Accelerator Policy Briefs are now available.

This year’s cohort of early-career researchers addressed issues ranging from AI literacy to housing and healthcare, providing evidence-informed solutions for decision-makers.

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Science to Policy Accelerator - Evidence For Democracy

Science to Policy Accelerator participants will master foundational knowledge in science policy and communication, then apply these concepts.

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · 12d

In collaboration with the @fondsrechercheqc.bsky.social , we’ve launched our Municipal Advocacy Toolkit, a guide to help researchers bring evidence to city hall, where decisions directly shape our communities.

Read it here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/introducing-...

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RaccourSci @raccoursci.ca · 13d

💡 Hop! Une nouvelle ressource répertoriée sur RaccourSci!

➡️ Faire entendre la voix de la #science dans le milieu #municipal

Un guide conseil fait par Evidence for democraty en partenariat avec le @fondsrechercheqc.bsky.social

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#ComSci #polqc #scicomm @acfas.ca

Faire entendre la voix de la science dans le milieu municipal – RaccourSci

Cet ouvrage propose des conseils pratiques et des outils accessibles pour aider les chercheurs et les chercheuses à faire entendre la voix de la science dans le milieu municipal.

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · 13d

The Coalition for Canadian Research is issuing a joint call: uphold Budget 2024’s
commitment to Canadian researchers.

Now is the moment to stand behind research and ensure a resilient, sovereign, and innovative future.

Read the open letter: evidencefordemocracy.ca/safeguarding...

Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Aug 27

Parliament returns next month, but what does the recent federal election mean for science and research?

Our Election 45 Takeaway Report breaks down the results, party commitments, and what to watch for in the months ahead.

Read it here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/where-was-sc...

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Aug 20

Our 2024-2025 Impact Report is here.

This year, we launched Canada’s first Science Advocacy Hub, created tools for advocates, and tracked key policies that affect science in Canada.

Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/about/about-...

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Aug 7

Our new annotated bibliography on scientific integrity across Canada and the U.S. is out!

It serves as a companion to our latest report, Accretion and Erosion, showing a deeper analysis of the state of scientific integrity across both countries

Read now: evidencefordemocracy.ca/annotated-bi...

Annotated Bibliography for Scientific Integrity in Canada and the United States - Evidence For Democracy

As part of our ongoing commitment to promote and safeguard scientific integrity across government agencies and institutions, we have curated […]

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Aug 5

@supportourscience.bsky.social has called on the federal government to protect funding for researchers across Canada.

We support their message. Canada’s research community deserves meaningful investment and strong leadership.

Read more: www.supportourscience.ca/letterofconc...

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Jul 28

Scientific integrity is at a crossroads in Canada and the U.S.
Our latest report shows how evidence is being eroded, and what we must do to protect it.

Read the report: evidencefordemocracy.ca/research/acc...

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Jul 22

Join us tomorrow!

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Jul 15

How is political interference affecting scientific research in Canada and the US? Join us on July 23rd for an online panel exploring what can be done to safeguard scientific integrity.

Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Jul 15

How is political interference affecting scientific research in Canada and the US? Join us on July 23rd for an online panel exploring what can be done to safeguard scientific integrity.

Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Jul 7

We’re thrilled to welcome Félix Proulx-Giraldeau as E4D’s Interim Executive Director!

Félix brings fresh energy and a strong commitment to science.

Learn more about his story and what he hopes to bring to the role in his intro blog post: evidencefordemocracy.ca/nonlinear-dy...

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Jun 21

Today, Parliament passed Bill C-5 — fast-tracking “national interest” projects while sidelining science, public input, and Indigenous rights.

Evidence for Democracy is sounding the alarm. Read our full response here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · May 13

Canada’s new Cabinet is missing something critical: a dedicated science minister.

By sidelining science, this government sends a disappointing message to the science and research community.

Read our full statement: evidencefordemocracy.ca/press-releas...

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Apr 29

Read our full statement here: evidencefordemocracy.ca/evidence-for...

Evidence for Democracy Responds to Federal Election Results: A Renewed Opportunity to Champion Science and Research - Evidence For Democracy

April 29th, 2025 – Ottawa, ON — As Canadians conclude an important federal election, Evidence for Democracy (E4D) congratulates Prime […]

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Apr 29

The results are in: 🇨🇦 As the Liberal Party forms the next government, we at Evidence for Democracy are calling for urgent action to strengthen science, research, and evidence-informed policymaking.

We welcome their commitments—but now it's time to deliver.

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Apr 22

Faites entendre votre voix : envoyez une lettre aujourd’hui!

Inscrivez-vous: win.newmode.net/unvotepourla...

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Apr 7

The most powerful way to make science a priority this election is to tell your candidates directly. Our bilingual letter-writing tool makes it quick and easy to contact your local candidates and let them know that science, research, and evidence-informed decision-making matter.

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CORE•COEUR #ResearchersVote #VotonsRecherche 🗳️ @core-coeur.bsky.social · Apr 25

Ce J-3 d' #Elxn45 on guette les plateformes, et nous #VotonsRecherche.

Researchers across 🇨🇦 are 👀 platforms before casting our ballots. #ResearchersVote

Merci à nos amis @e4dca.bsky.social pour l'analyse👇

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#CestNotreVote #ItsOurVote #Elxn2025 #VoteScience

Under the Microscope: What Do the Major Party Platforms Have to Say About Funding Research in Canada? - Evidence For Democracy

As we approach what some have called “the most important election of our lifetimes”, each federal party has outlined its […]

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Support Our Science @supportourscience.bsky.social · Apr 25

How do each of the party platforms align with #SupportOurScience asks? @e4dca.bsky.social has broken it down.

#phdsky #postdocsky #academicscky #VoteScience #cdnpoli

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Support Our Science @supportourscience.bsky.social · Apr 28

Who's committed to evidence-informed leadership?

Follow this link from @e4dca.bsky.social to see which candidates have signed the Science Pledge.

#VoteScience #cdnpoli #Elxn45
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Tracking Science Champions: Who’s Committed to Evidence-Informed Leadership? - Evidence For Democracy

Science plays a critical role in shaping policies that impact our daily lives—from healthcare and environmental protection to economic growth […]

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Apr 25

NOUS AVONS BESOIN DE VOUS pour nous aider à placer la science au centre des élections!

Rejoignez-nous et agissez dès aujourd’hui: evidencefordemocracy.ca/votez-pour-l...

Votez pour la science - Evidence For Democracy

Un vote pour la science Faisons de la science une priorité pour ces élections fédérales! Les 45e élections fédérales sont arrivées […]

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Apr 25

💪Un vote pour la science est un vote en faveur d’une économie forte📊

La science façonne nos vies : soins de santé, action climatique, croissance économique, sécurité publique, mais elle est souvent ignorée lors des élections.

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Apr 25

Join us & take action today evidencefordemocracy.ca/vote-science/

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Evidence for Democracy @e4dca.bsky.social · Apr 25

💪 A vote for science is a vote for a strong economy 📊

Science shapes our lives; healthcare, climate action, economic growth, public safety—yet it’s often ignored in elections. WE NEED YOU to help us put science at the center of the election!

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