Social democracy is the full extension of democratic principles to both society and the economy, to strengthen social and economic equality, and empower the working-class against the inequalities ...

The Canadian left needs confidence, a feeling of trust and certainty in self and in others, to restart from scratch and learn ...

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Each year the Broadbent Institute hosts the Progress Summit, bringing together thought leaders, movement builders, elected officials, and frontline activists to help us understand our current ...

The Progress Summit is an annual opportunity for progressives across Canada to gather together and discuss the issues of the day. It is traditionally the largest annual progressive politics conference ...

Ed Broadbent (March 21, 1936 – January 11, 2024) stands as one of a handful of Canadians in modern history whose contributions to the life of the country are matched by his significant contributions ...

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Ed Broadbent (1936 – 2024) was the Founder of the Broadbent Institute and was Chair Emeritus of the Institute’s Board of Directors. A champion for ordinary Canadians and tireless advocate for ...

Progressive legislators from across the Americas and policy experts discussed AI and digital sovereignty at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario on July 9, 2026, including Canada's NDP leader Avi Lewis ...

Progressive leaders from across the Americas meet in Toronto to discuss issues of AI and Digital Sovereignty ahead of the 2026 Panamerican Congress.

Progressive leaders from across the Americas meet in Toronto to discuss issues of AI and Digital Sovereignty ahead of the 2026 Panamerican Congress.