Legacy programming:
This now-retired contest celebrated Canada’s advocates, educators, organizers, mobilizers, and volunteers whose work gives life to our democracy.
This engagement program, including election module Vote PopUp, has moved to the Democratic Engagement Exchange at Ryerson University.
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January 07, 2021
At the Samara Centre, the new year brings renewed commitment, energy, and leadership. We are excited to announce that we will soon be launching a search for our next Executive Director, and invite you to help us spread the word!
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December 22, 2020
As governments around the world struggled to contain the pandemic, 2020 was the year that democracies learned to work from home. Here’s how we fought for democracy in a year unlike any other.
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December 16, 2020
Late last year, the Samara Centre for Democracy was asked to provide advice to the Leaders’ Debates Commission following the first election in which it was active. We share those reflections and recommendations here.
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December 15, 2020
After a difficult year for Canadians and their democracy, our executive director highlights some of our recent work and invites you to join us in building a stronger and more resilient democracy in 2021.