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The mission of the CIC is to promote an understanding of international affairs and Canada’s role in a changing world by providing Canadians with a non-partisan, nationwide forum for informed discussion, analysis and debate. Accordingly, the cornerstone of the CIC’s work is our events program. The CIC national office and our branches hold more than 150 events per year in cities across the country. In particular, our branch events give members an opportunity to directly engage with global issues that often intersect with local concerns. The CIC also supports events outside of Canada, often in partnership with other global think tanks, that can introduce Canadian perspectives to global audiences. CIC events take on many different forms, from academic lectures and panel discussions to town hall meetings and pub nights. Please consult our events calendar for a listing of CIC-organized and sponsored events.

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CIC Saskatoon: [Zoom Event] Catching the Excitement – Memories of Couchiching

June 26, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm EDT

For over eight decades, the Couchiching conferences stood out as perhaps the best example of citizen engagement through national in-person conferences discussing practical policy. Hosted by Couchiching Institute on Public Affairs (CIPA), and many taking place on the shores of Lake Couchiching near Orillia, Ontario, this relaxed environment drew citizens and practitioners from across society and around the world, bringing in the likes of Bill Davis, Stephane Dion, Jane Jacobs and Henry Kissinger.

As rumours abound of CIC returning this fall to hosting a national conference, it is valuable for us to look at the legacy of Couchiching –  how it started, the feel of the events, some of the conversations and the great memories – to hear of the excitement that comes from an in-person national event.

This event is hosted by CIC-Saskatoon as part of the People-Places-Things series. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Details

Venue

  • virtual
  • Canada

Organizer

  • CIC Saskatoon Branch