Office of Public Policy Research and Outreach
The Office of Public Policy Research and Outreach (OPPRO) helps the University of Ottawa develop effective solutions to complex policy challenges and inform public policy in Canada and around the world.
Mission
The OPPRO’s mission is to:
- Support uOttawa researchers, research centres and institutes in their relationships with all levels of government to help shape and strengthen public policy.
- Promote the University of Ottawa as a trusted voice on broad public policy issues to senior thought leaders, policy-makers and influencers in government.
- Develop research and training initiatives that support the development of evidence-based public policy in Canada.
- Evaluate the impact of uOttawa’s public policy research to better inform and transform policy for the benefit of society.
“With its experts and research centres and institutes, the University of Ottawa plays a pivotal role in Canada’s research ecosystem, enhancing public policy in the heart of the nation’s capital.”
Cintia Quiroga, Acting Director, Research and Public Policy Outreach
Furthering the Alex Trebek Forum for Dialogue’s objectives
The OPPRO advances the goals of the Alex Trebek Forum for Dialogue by supporting research into practical solutions and knowledge mobilization for public policy challenges. The Forum is a vibrant platform for uOttawa researchers and government officials.
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Climate change
Climate change
InfoLab and Trottier Family Foundation partner to combat climate misinformation
Information Integrity Lab examines how false information affects public understanding and policymaking on climate change resulting from human activity…
Public Law Centre
Public Law Centre
North American premiere for major public law conference
In early July, the University of Ottawa welcomed the prestigious Public Law Conference, an academic hub renowned for the study of public law.
Knowledge mobilization
Knowledge mobilization
KMb awards go to researchers Kerri-Anne Mullen and Elizabeth Dubois
Discover how this year’s Knowledge Mobilization Award winners engaged in boundary-breaking activities that shed light on two serious societal issues
Contact us
Office of Public Policy Research and Outreach
Cintia Quiroga
Acting Director, Research and Public Policy Outreach
[email protected]
Linda Gionet
Lead Specialist, Public Policy and Research
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Salma Benyoussef
Lead Coordinator, Marketing, Communications and Events
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