Adam Parwana and Hao Tian Shen collaborated with Kevin Page, President and CEO of the Institute of Fiscal Studies and Democracy (IFSD), on two timely and high-profile policy analyses examining Canada’s federal budgets and long-term economic direction.
Their first article, “Budget 2025: Financing Canada’s Hinge Moment,” published in October 2025, explores the fiscal choices facing Canada at a pivotal moment for economic resilience, public investment, and intergenerational fairness. The piece contributes to national conversations on how governments can responsibly finance priorities while navigating economic uncertainty.
In December 2025, the team followed up with a second article, “Canada’s Nobel Moment and Budget 2026: Inspiring an Innovation Agenda.” This article situates Canada’s fiscal planning within a broader innovation narrative, examining how federal budget decisions can help translate research excellence into long-term economic and social benefits.
Publishing in Policy Magazine as undergraduate students is a notable accomplishment and reflects both the students’ analytical strengths and the value of experiential learning opportunities that connect students with leading policy practitioners. Their work demonstrates how undergraduate research can meaningfully contribute to national policy debates when supported by strong mentorship and institutional collaboration.
These coauthored publications highlight the impact undergraduate students can have beyond the classroom—and underscore the importance of engaging students directly in applied policy research and knowledge mobilization.
🔗 Read the articles:
- Budget 2025: Financing Canada’s Hinge Moment
- Canada’s Nobel Moment and Budget 2026: Inspiring an Innovation Agenda