Sound research & policy development is an essential component to advancing social democracy in Canada.

Leveraging the talent of some of Canada’s most impressive thinkers, the Broadbent Institute tackles the most pressing issues of the day. And we’re providing progressives like you with timely critical analysis to vigorously influence public & political discourse.

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Issues & Research

Canadians are Ready for Change

Only by insisting our governments pursue policies that are equitable for all Canadians can we ensure a fair, safe, healthy, and vibrant democracy for Canada.

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Standing up for Progressives

We are committed to standing up for progressive ideas & action in Canada.

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Let’s build a progressive movement

All across the country, Canadians are calling for progressive political change – but to succeed against the well-organized opponents of equality, democracy, and freedom, we need to stand together.

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Policy Papers & Reports

Union Communities, Healthy Communities

The right-wing’s regressive anti-union rhetoric and U.S. styled attacks on the labour movement threatens Canada’s prosperity, says a new report by the Broadbent Institute. Union Communities, Healthy Communities debunks the conservative movement’s attacks on labour and makes the case that unions are vital to stable economic growth.

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Time to tackle income inequality - Equality Project poll

As part of our Equality Project, the Broadbent Institute commissioned a poll by Environics Research to survey Canadians’ attitudes toward income inequality.

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The social democracy of Canadian federalism

Tom Kent was an extraordinary Canadian and a committed social democrat, whose work we are pleased and proud to share with you.

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