Research At Work 3: Science for Policy – Evidence to Drive Decision-Making

The Toronto Science Policy Network (TSPN) invites you to join the Research At Work, a workshop and networking series designed to teach you about the basics of science policy and connect you with experts engaged in this space in different ways.

This workshop will cover how science can impact government decision-making and inform policy. The speakers will discuss the various pathways between science and policy, and examine the steps involved in communicating science to policymakers. These experts will share their experiences and their unique lens on the process of bridging science with policy. Finally, using case studies, attendees will have a chance to engage in the process of translating science to policy.

Speakers:

• Dr. Meghan Azad, Research Scientist and Associate Professor of Paediatrics and Child Health.
• Dr. Jasmine Hamilton, Acting Manager at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada.