Objectives

Symposium Mission
The 2nd Public Science in Canada | Strengthening Science and Policy to Protect Canadians Symposium will provide a framework for discussion amongst scientists, policy-makers, decision-makers and public opinion leaders across a range of sectors. This Symposium will be a mechanism by which these leaders will discuss the state of public science in Canada and map a path towards the future that includes the best science and public policies to enhance the health, safety and security of Canadians.

Symposium Objectives
The Symposium has two primary objectives:

1. To spark discussion and knowledge sharing among participants of the opportunities and means to build stronger public science in Canada.

2. To harness the energy and insights of gathered participants to develop plans of action that are realistic and timely which will lead to strengthened public science for the greater health, protection and prosperity of Canadians.

Symposium Date and Place
The 2nd Public Science in Canada | Strengthening Science and Policy to Protect Canadians Symposium will take place May 12-14, 2010 in Gatineau, Quebec at the Hilton Lac Leamy Hotel. Simultaneous interpretation in both English and French languages will be available for all sessions.

The Willow Group will play a supporting role in the delivery of the Symposium.