How can we address toxicity in politics and overcome disinformation to make informed voting decisions? Join Toronto Public Library on Friday to hear from our executive director Sabreena Delhon, Firdaus Ali, and Marian MacGregor. buff.ly/3VjPcO9

“There’s a wide understanding that democracy is being challenged, but that hasn’t had a corresponding interest in engaging in an electoral way", says Democratic Engagement Exchange 's John Beebe on what's keeping Ontarians from getting to the polls via Toronto Star: ow.ly/gU5450LgwLb

The exorbitant price we pay for #inequality is rising faster than the current rate of #inflation these days. It doesn't have to be this way. We can make better choices. atkinsonfoundation.ca/atkinson-field… #DecentWork #FairEconomy #philanthropy #cdnpoli #canlab

Please join us in helping celebrate Irene Gammel's Dr. Irene Gammel, who has achieved the highest category in the 2022 Galeries Ontario / Ontario Galleries (GOG) Awards Shortlist for her internationally acclaimed exhibition "The Baroness Elsa Project". Learn more: ow.ly/sniR50LjqaR

Yellowhead's 2021-2022 Annual Report is now available. If you're wondering what we've been up to, read about it here: yellowheadinstitute.org/wp-content/upl…

🎙️Are border walls potent political symbols, or part of practical policy? Listen to Ep. 1 of Borders and Belonging, "Why we Build Border Walls" to learn more on the myths & negative impacts of increased border militarization CERC Migration openDemocracy: ow.ly/MNP550LkLnp

It was such a pleasure sitting with Minister Jill Dunlop ON Colleges, Universities, Research & Security at the 2022 Pathways to Education | Passeport pour ma réussite Grad Ball. As a board member of Pathways, reconnecting with alums for the first time in over two years was more meaningful than ever. See the highlights: ow.ly/ZI4550Lmbfe

RSVP for "Democracy Dialogues: Beyond the Town Hall Meeting" Nov 3 to learn how we can respond to declining faith in our democracy’s ability to address critical issues with Dave MacLeod, CEO ThoughtExchange, and Daniel Fusca of City of Toronto PFR. Hosted by Democratic Engagement Exchange: ow.ly/Fcop50Lk7R0

It was wonderful being part of the Trans Awareness Month Kickoff 🏳️‍⚧️ Don’t miss the diverse line-up of Trans Awareness events at TMU this November: ow.ly/pP2X50Lr63z

"Formalizing LGBTQ2S+ studies offers students who identify with these communities a safe space at a critical time of self-discovery", says gone, Faculty lead on the new LGBTQ2S+ minor. Learn more about the minor, administered through TMU Sociology: ow.ly/HjRs50LrXTW

Don’t miss "Democracy Dialogues: Beyond the Town Hall Meeting" on Nov 3 to discuss responding to declining trust in our democracy’s ability to address critical issues with Dave MacLeod, CEO ThoughtExchange, and Daniel Fusca of City of Toronto PFR. Hosted by Democratic Engagement Exchange: ow.ly/Fcop50Lk7R0

It’s a privilege to watch the continued development of Yellowhead Institute with the introduction of the new Cultural Centre. Directed by Dr. Jas Morgan/JM, the Centre will lead critical policy research in arts, culture & heritage. Learn more: ow.ly/Xjsm50LvGh9

We are proud to help celebrate Toronto Metropolitan University Ph.D. candidates Joseph Aladekoyi and Yena Bassone-Quashie on receiving the 2022-2023 Geoffrey F. Bruce Fellowship! Learn more about their critical research and evaluation of water management and infrastructure: ow.ly/nTHq50LzXLy

Register now! Join @SamaraCentre on Nov 17 for the "In Defence of Democracy" where keynote speaker Naheed Naheed Nenshi will discuss building renewed civic purpose in conversation with Nahlah Ayed of CBC Radio's Ideas at the Toronto Public Library #AppelSalon Sign-up today: ow.ly/Fiwj50LsJjR

Congrats to Dr. Jas Morgan/JM on being named a new TIPS_SPIIE Canada Research Chair in Digital Wahkohtowin and Cultural Governance! Alongside Yellowhead Institute & @digitalkinship, Jas will lead critical governance models for digital Indigenous arts: ow.ly/3jow50LGBHh

"Indigenous girls have something to say; it's time for us to listen." Watch the short film by Education Director Yellowhead Institute and TMU Sociology Prof Megan Scribe, documenting coming-of-age stories of Indigenous girls inspired by her doctoral research: ow.ly/Rk0X50LPfmv

Seeing CELT initiatives in action is something I always find rewarding as Dean. Last week, it was energizing to listen to students speak about how they're using academic frameworks to understand their personal experiences at the “Muslim Women Can Be Everything” poster exhibit.

“The former MPs taught us how to be authentic and why the most important part of politics is people feeling they can relate to you," says Institute for Future Legislators participant Natasha C. Read how IFL is supporting future engagement in politics: ow.ly/i1eN50M0YN6

The crucial work of the Yellowhead Institute continues. I want to highlight a new special report about the relationship between the petrochemical industry in Ontario’s Chemical Valley and Aamjiwnaang First Nation. You can read the report on their website: bit.ly/3PNalPO