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Free one-day student seminar with presentations from leading policy experts, Q&A, and informal discussions. Lunch is included.

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When

Saturday, November 16, 2019 - 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

Where

University of Windsor (Vanier Hall)
401 Sunset Ave.
Windsor, ON N9B 3P4
Contact Name: 
Ryan Hill
Contact Phone: 
416-363-6575 Ext. 233
Contact Email: 
[email protected]

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FREE - no costs to register or attend
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Reimbursements are offered to students located outside the Windsor area to help subsidize costs associated with travel to and from the seminar. If you are interested and wish to apply, please indicate so on the registration form and a Fraser Institute representative will be in contact with you.

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About the Event

Free one-day student seminar with presentations from leading policy experts, Q&A, and informal discussions. Lunch is included.

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Speakers & Instructors

Lydia Miljan
Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Windsor
What Are the Tradeoffs in Electoral Systems?What are the different electoral systems, and what... more

What Are the Tradeoffs in Electoral Systems?
What are the different electoral systems, and what would a change in system mean for Canadians? Professor Miljan presents her findings on the different systems and discusses the consequences of electoral reform.

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Ashley Stedman
Senior Policy Analyst, Fraser Institute
Competing for Capital: How Canada’s Oil and Gas Sector Compares to Its International... more

Competing for Capital: How Canada’s Oil and Gas Sector Compares to Its International Competitors
Ms. Stedman will review the findings of the Fraser Institute’s Global Petroleum Survey 2018. The petroleum survey is a snapshot of investment attractiveness in various oil and gas producing jurisdictions around the world. Ms. Stedman will discuss how various Canadian jurisdictions perform in their investment attractiveness relative to their international counterparts. She will also examine Canada’s performance on a host of policy and regulatory indicators through the eyes of investors (including environmental regulations, taxation, regulatory duplication, etc.).

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Ninos Malek
Lecturer, San Jose State University
Dismal Dating: How Economics Can Enlighten Your Personal LifeEconomics is commonly described as the... more

Dismal Dating: How Economics Can Enlighten Your Personal Life
Economics is commonly described as the “dismal science.” However, economics can be interesting and relevant to your personal life. The economic way of thinking can determine if someone is interested in you as a date or just as a friend. Economics can explain wild behavior in Las Vegas and in Spring Break destinations, and economics can change your Facebook relationship status by explaining why you should perhaps break up with that person you are currently dating! Prof. Malek will present a light-hearted and entertaining talk that will change your perspective on dating and human behavior.

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Anne Hobson
Program Manager, Academic & Student Programs, Mercatus Center
Panic, Privacy and Policy: Is Comprehensive Data Protection Regulation a good idea?With continued... more

Panic, Privacy and Policy: Is Comprehensive Data Protection Regulation a good idea?
With continued scrutiny over tech companies’ data practices, countries are stepping in to pass aggressive new privacy laws. Conversations about the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and a national privacy framework in the U.S. are taking centerstage. What is the role of government in privacy and data protection? What does it mean for consumers?

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Glenn Fox
Professor of Agricultural Economics and Business, University of Guelph
Are We Paving Paradise to put up a Parking Lot?Ontario, along with many other jurisdictions, relies... more

Are We Paving Paradise to put up a Parking Lot?
Ontario, along with many other jurisdictions, relies on land use policy to prevent agricultural land from being used for other purposes. Citizens often feel strongly about these policies. Some see these measures as essential for maintaining the future food supply. Others see them as a violation of human rights. This presentation examines the data on farmland availability in Ontario and discusses the economic rationales for policy in this area.

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Event Gallery

  • Professor Liya Palagashvili presents to students in Montreal about finding favourable climates for entrepreneurs.
    Professor Liya Palagashvili presents to students in Montreal about finding favourable climates for entrepreneurs.
  • Students line up to ask questions following a presentation in Vancouver.
    Students line up to ask questions following a presentation in Vancouver.
  • After a morning of thought-provoking presentations, students take a lunch break before jumping back in that afternoon.
    After a morning of thought-provoking presentations, students take a lunch break before jumping back in that afternoon.
  • A student poses a question to the speaker following a presentation in Toronto.
    A student poses a question to the speaker following a presentation in Toronto.
  • Students break out into a smaller discussion group following a presentation in Calgary.
    Students break out into a smaller discussion group following a presentation in Calgary.
  • Charles Lammam, Director of Fiscal Studies at the Fraser Institute, introduces speaker Fred McMahon, who presented on Economic Freedom at a Vancouver seminar.
    Charles Lammam, Director of Fiscal Studies at the Fraser Institute, introduces speaker Fred McMahon, who presented on Economic Freedom at a Vancouver seminar.
  • Speaker, Fred McMahon, takes a question from a student following his presentation in Vancouver.
    Speaker, Fred McMahon, takes a question from a student following his presentation in Vancouver.
  • A group of students pose with Adam Smith, a prominent philosopher who laid the foundations of classical free market economic thinking, as part of the #SMITHSELFIE campaign.
    A group of students pose with Adam Smith, a prominent philosopher who laid the foundations of classical free market economic thinking, as part of the #SMITHSELFIE campaign.
  • Students listen as Dr. Kenneth Green presents on Energy Poverty at a Saskatoon seminar. Check out #FIPolicyChat on Twitter to see what other students have said about these seminars.
    Students listen as Dr. Kenneth Green presents on Energy Poverty at a Saskatoon seminar. Check out #FIPolicyChat on Twitter to see what other students have said about these seminars.
  • Following a presentation, students break out into a smaller group to discuss the topic further amongst themselves in Saskatoon.
    Following a presentation, students break out into a smaller group to discuss the topic further amongst themselves in Saskatoon.

Event Testimonials

  • Seminars like this one are a more approachable format to learning more about topics in public policy that otherwise may seem daunting, especially for a student.
    - Saskatoon
  • A thought-provoking experience that will challenge your assumptions and broaden your perspectives.
    - Ottawa
  • Amazing way to spend my Saturday. Very relevant and academic conversations inspiring students to professionally pursue these topics.
    - Calgary

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