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About the Event

Our Explore Public Policy Issues seminars are back! These seminars are a perfect networking opportunity for students interested in economics, political science, business and public policy! Come join us for a day full of informative presentations, lively Q&A and discussion. Registration is free for students.

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When

Saturday, March 4, 2023 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Where

Coast Coal Harbour Hotel
1180 West Hastings St.
Vancouver, BC V6E 4R5
Contact Phone: 
604-688-0221 Ext. 538
Contact Email: 
[email protected]

Event Pricing

FREE – no costs to attend or register
$0.00

Bursary Information

The Travel Bursary Program is offered to B.C. students outside of the Lower Mainland wanting to attend one of our Explore Public Policy Issues seminars in Vancouver. Please apply here.

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About the Event

Our Explore Public Policy Issues seminars are back! These seminars are a perfect networking opportunity for students interested in economics, political science, business and public policy! Come join us for a day full of informative presentations, lively Q&A and discussion. Registration is free for students.

Register Now

Speakers & Instructors

Jake Fuss
Associate Director, Fiscal Studies, Fraser Institute
Why Young Canadians Should Care About Fiscal Policy

Why Young Canadians Should Care About Fiscal Policy

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Michael C. Munger
Professor of Political Science, Duke University
Is Capitalism Sustainable?

Is Capitalism Sustainable?

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Rosemarie Fike
Instructor of Economics, Texas Christian University
Impact of Economic Freedom And Women’s Well-Being more

Impact of Economic Freedom And Women’s Well-Being

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Kim Holder
Director of the University of West Georgia's (UWG) Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy and Senior Lecturer of Economics
Approaching Public Policy like an Economist

Approaching Public Policy like an Economist

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Event Gallery

  • Professor Liya Palagashvili presents to students in Montreal about finding favourable climates for entrepreneurs.
    Professor Liya Palagashvili presents to students in Montreal about finding favourable climates for entrepreneurs.
  • Students line up to ask questions following a presentation in Vancouver.
    Students line up to ask questions following a presentation in Vancouver.
  • After a morning of thought-provoking presentations, students take a lunch break before jumping back in that afternoon.
    After a morning of thought-provoking presentations, students take a lunch break before jumping back in that afternoon.
  • Students break out into a smaller discussion group following a presentation in Calgary.
    Students break out into a smaller discussion group following a presentation in Calgary.

Event Testimonials

  • Seminars like this one are a more approachable format to learning more about topics in public policy that otherwise may seem daunting, especially for a student.
    - Saskatoon
  • A thought-provoking experience that will challenge your assumptions and broaden your perspectives.
    - Ottawa
  • Amazing way to spend my Saturday. Very relevant and academic conversations inspiring students to professionally pursue these topics.
    - Calgary

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