The Network of Jarislowsky Chairs in Trust and Political Leadership brings together five distinguished Chairs located at universities across Canada, representing the country’s diverse regions: Atlantic Canada, Québec, Ontario, the Prairies, and British Columbia. In this 60-minute webinar introducing the Network, each Chair will offer insights into the key challenges and opportunities shaping political leadership within their regions and across the country. In particular, they will discuss recent trends in the quality of democracy in one of the world’s oldest federations. The session will conclude with an opportunity for attendees to engage with the speakers and explore the dynamics of democratic leadership in the Canadian political landscape.

Learn more about the network and the potential for collaboration at ILA’s upcoming global conference in Toronto where Network members will be presenting on their work. 

We are grateful to the Network of Jarislowsky Chairs in Trust and Political Leadership for their generous sponsorship of ILA2026 — and for bringing this vital conversation about democratic leadership to our global community.