Office of Public Policy Research and Outreach

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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

— Director, Office of Public Policy Research and Outreach

Programs and grants

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Alex Trebek Forum for Dialogue Professorship on Public Policy

Now accepting applications.

An initiative born of the collaboration between the Office of Public Policy Research and Outreach (OPPRO) and the Alex Trebek Forum for Dialogue (ATFD). The Professorship will rely on the expertise of University of Ottawa researchers to promote academic knowledge and research on the design and implementation of public policies.

Apply for the Professorship on Public Policy

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Call for Proposals Scholarly Events and Outreach Activities

University of Ottawa tenure-track or tenured professors are invited to apply for up to $10,000 in funding to host scholarly events or outreach activities that promote public dialogue on key policy issues.

For more details on the Call for Proposals

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Knowledge Mobilization Grants — uOttawa Research Centres and Institutes

These grants aim to amplify the impact of research on knowledge users and their involvement throughout the research and knowledge mobilization (KMb) process.

For more details on the Knowledge Mobilization (KMb) Grants

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Research and Public Policy Brown Bag Lunch Series

The Research and Public Policy Brown Bag Lunch Series, organized by the OPPRO, provides a platform for researchers to engage in informal discussions with government officials, enhancing the impact of academic research on public policy. Through sessions featuring experts, the series explores effective strategies for researchers to advise and collaborate with government representatives.

For more details on the Research and Public Policy Brown Bag Lunch Series

Discover the Alex Trebek Forum for Dialogue

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.

Learn more about the Forum

Research centres and institutes

The University of Ottawa has several leading public policy research centres and institutes. This makes it a major player in devising high-impact solutions to complex policy challenges and informing policy in Canada and around the world.

Learn more about our research centres and institutes

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Find out about new research, innovations and upcoming events from the Office of Public Policy Research and Outreach.

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