Catalyst for Change Leadership Award

James Scongack, in recognition of his contributions to cancer care, medical isotopes and energy security

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The Pearson Centre is a dynamic think tank that engages Canadians in an active dialogue about a progressive future for Canada, building on the success of the past and exploring new ideas for a bright future.

The Pearson Centre advances progressive and centrist democratic values, by conducting online outreach, facilitating dialogue and debate, providing analysis and promoting thoughtful commentary.

We are evidence-based and multi-partisan. We believe in centrist and moderate public policy that combines economic success with social responsibility.

Updates

Back to the Future? Why Ontario’s Forced Return to Office Is a Step Backward

5 June 2026

Change is inevitable. The sooner we embrace it; the sooner we make progress. Unfortunately, that truth seems lost on the Ontario government, which appears convinced that public servants and their workplaces can, like Marty McFly, hop in a DeLorean and go “back to the future.”

Canada’s trades strategy tackles the pipeline, but misses the system

20 May 2026

Across politics, defence and security, infrastructure, construction, energy, and resources, women are stepping into positions of power. But attracting, retaining, and advancing that talent is not a symbolic objective — it is a strategic necessity.

World’s Longest Digital Blackout and the Risks Beyond Iran

19 May 2026

In the wake of Iran’s digital blackout amid the January 2026 massacre of thousands of Iranian protestors, the…

JUN

Pearson Centre Catalyst for Change Leadership Award

Please note: Tickets for this event are sold out. The Pearson Centre is pleased to announce that James Scongack will be the recipient of our first Catalyst for Change Leadership...

SEP

National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

Created in 2021 by the federal government, the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, to recognize the impact of the residential school system, honour...

FEB

Flag Day

A Pearson Centre signature event, honouring our Canadian flag which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Lester B Pearson in 1965. Stay tuned for details.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion

A searchable database and knowledge centre created with the goal of empowering Canadians with diverse perspectives, research, and resources to foster inclusion in their families, communities and organizations.