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Public discussion and civic engagement are at the core of our work here at Cardus. Join us at one of our many events hosted across North America each year. We can’t wait to meet you.

In Person

Harvest at Chedoke!

August 23, 2025 | 11:30am - 2pm

Balfour House (Chedoke Estate), 1 Balfour Drive, Hamilton, Ontario

Celebrate the changing seasons with a relaxed afternoon at the historic Chedoke Estate. Admission is free and all ages are welcome!

Virtual

From Slippery Slope to Sheer Cliff: MAiD’s Impact on Canada

August 14, 2025 | 3:30 PM ET

Zoom

Join us for an important discussion on the impact of euthanasia and assisted suicide on Canadians, featuring a forthcoming Cardus report by Alexander Raikin. This new report unpacks MAiD’s negative impacts on persons living with disabilities, comparing the Canadian reality with the expectations established in the Carter court decisions.

In Person

Summer at Chedoke!

July 26, 2025 | 11:00am - 3:00pm

Balfour House (Chedoke Estate), 1 Balfour Drive, Hamilton, Ontario

Enjoy summer at Chedoke! Join us for an unforgettable day of sunshine, music, drinks, and fun for all ages. Admission is free, all ages welcome!

Virtual

Curbing Crime with Employment

July 17, 2025 | 3:30 PM ET

Zoom

Four million Canadians live with the barrier of a criminal record, which significantly hinders their ability to find good employment—a key factor in successful reintegration and crime prevention. Join our webinar to explore Cardus's actionable policy proposals designed to help people with criminal records secure meaningful employment, featuring insights from Stacey Palmer, president of Prison Fellowship Canada.

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Virtual

Defying the Birth Dearth: A Conversation with Catherine Pakaluk

May 15, 2025 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM (EST)

Zoom

Is Canada Facing a Silent Crisis? Join the conversation on our declining fertility rate with renowned author and economist, Dr. Catherine Ruth Pakaluk.

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In Person

Doors Open 2025

May 3, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

1 Balfour Drive

Explore the beautifully preserved Balfour Estate, a Hamilton landmark with a rich history, during Doors Open 2025 and discover how adaptive reuse has given this 19th-century estate new life.

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Virtual

Graduates Speak: Insights on Transforming Education

April 15, 2025 | 3:30 PM EST

Zoom

Join us as Dr. Lynn Swaner, Dr. Albert Cheng, and Dr. Jon Eckert unpack the results of the Cardus Education Survey and its key insights for education leaders and policymakers.

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In Person

2025 Cardus Exchange

April 9 - April 11, 2025 

45 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5W8

Join us for the 2025 Cardus Exchange to discuss and debate the principles that lead to good public policy.

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