Institute On Governance

Celebrating LDPSI Cohort 12 🎓

The Institute on Governance is proud to recognize the graduates of the Leadership Development Program in Science and Innovation (LDPSI).

Over the past several months, this cohort has come together to explore leadership at the intersection of science, innovation, and public policy. Through thoughtful discussions, shared experiences, and collaborative learning, participants gained new perspectives on how scientific expertise can help shape public sector decision-making.

It has been inspiring to see this group engage with curiosity, challenge assumptions, and support one another throughout their learning journey.

Thank you to our facilitators, guest speakers, and staff for helping create a dynamic and enriching experience along the way.

To Cohort 12, we look forward to seeing how you continue to lead, innovate, and contribute to evidence-informed decision-making across the public sector. Congratulations on reaching this milestone.

🔗 Learn more about our leadership programs:
https://iog.ca/leadership

Attending APEX 2026 next week? Be sure to stop by the IOG booth.

Whether you're looking to strengthen leadership capacity, explore emerging governance challenges, or learn more about our professional development programs, our team will be there throughout the conference and ready to connect.

Come meet our experts, discover our latest learning opportunities, and chat with us about the issues shaping the future of Canada's public service.

We look forward to seeing you!

📅 June 2–3, 2026

🔗 Learn more about this year's APEX Leadership Summit:
https://site.pheedloop.com/event/APEX2026SommetLeadershipSummit/home/

The Institute on Governance is hiring an Administrative Assistant.

Based in our Ottawa office, this role plays an important part in supporting day-to-day operations through administrative support, reception duties, event coordination, and executive scheduling. This is a fully in-person position with the opportunity to contribute to impactful learning experiences for Canada’s public service and beyond.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to:
[email protected]

We’re actively recruiting. Apply today!

🔗 To learn more, visit our careers page:
iog.ca/careers

It was a pleasure to welcome a delegation from the Academy of Public Administration and Governance (APAG) in Vietnam, as well as their Canadian hosts the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE), to the Institute on Governance last week for an exchange on good practices in leadership, public policy, and governance.

The visit created a valuable opportunity to share perspectives, strengthen relationships, and explore common challenges and opportunities facing institutions and governments today. Conversations like these remind us of the importance of international collaboration and continued dialogue across sectors and borders.

We were honoured to host such an engaged and thoughtful group, and we look forward to continuing the connections and conversations that began during their visit.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the visit such a success.

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Strong governance helps organizations adapt, respond, and lead with impact in a changing environment.

In 2022, we proudly supported VHA Home HealthCare through an independent governance review. Here’s what they had to say.

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🔗 https://www.vha.ca/

Ready to navigate digital change?

IOG’s Digital Executive Leadership Program (DELP) helps public servants understand emerging technologies, adapt to digital disruption, and lead meaningful innovation within their organizations.

📆Upcoming DELP cohorts:

• June 1–5, 2026
• November 16–20, 2026
• March 1–5, 2027

🔗 For more information about DELP, visit: iog.ca/DELP

You can also explore IOG’s other digital and innovation courses, including:

• AI Ethics and Policy for the Public Sector
• AI Workshop on Responsible Use for Real Work Products
• AI Overview and Intro to Prompt Engineering
• Digital Government

🔗 Learn more and register for all courses: iog.ca/courses

Celebrating ELP Cohort 17 🎓

The Institute on Governance is proud to recognize the graduates of the Executive Leadership Program, an accomplished group of Directors and Senior Directors from across the public service.

Over the past several months, this cohort has built strong connections, shared perspectives, and supported one another through a meaningful leadership journey. It has been inspiring to see this group come together with openness, curiosity, and a commitment to growth.

Thank you to our facilitators and faculty for helping create a space for thoughtful dialogue and reflection along the way.

To Cohort 17, we look forward to seeing how you continue to lead, collaborate, and make an impact across the public sector. Congratulations on reaching this milestone.

🔗 Learn more about our leadership programs:
https://iog.ca/leadership

As artificial intelligence gains traction across the public service, the pressure to adopt quickly is real, but speed isn’t the same as strategy.

In the Ottawa Citizen, IOG Senior Analyst Jacob Danto-Clancy explores why the public service doesn’t need blind adopters of AI, but thoughtful professionals who can balance innovation with governance, privacy, and public trust.

🔗 READ: The public service doesn’t need blind adopters of AI | Opinion
https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/public-service-artificial-intelligence-ai

Congratulations to Cohort 25! 🎓

The Institute on Governance proudly celebrates the accomplishments of the newest graduates of the Stepping into the Executive Cadre (SIEC) program:.

Over the past months, this cohort has strengthened their leadership capacity, deepened self-awareness, and built lasting connections across the public sector.

We extend our sincere thanks to our exceptional facilitators and expert faculty for guiding participants through a rich and engaging learning experience. We are inspired by your commitment to public service, collaboration, and continuous growth. Congratulations on this important milestone and on stepping into the executive cadre.

🔗 Learn more about our leadership programs: https://iog.ca/leadership