We are excited to inform you about a fantastic opportunity that could benefit graduate students engaged in critical Canadian policy matters. The National Student Paper Competition (NSPC) is now open for submission!
Here are the key details:
- Application period: From October 5, 2023 to December 15, 2023
- Hosted by: Canada School of Public Service (CSPS)
- Purpose: Recognize and amplify significant policy work by Canadian graduate students
- Partnerships: Canadian Association of Programs in Public Administration (CAPPA), Institute of Public Administration of Canada (IPAC), Canadian Association for Graduate Studies (CAGS)
Why NSPC matters:
- Opportunities to network and share innovative ideas with the federal public service.
- Grand prize: 4-month internship with the Government of Canada.
- Top 5 authors present papers to senior executives.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Quality of life and the well-being of Canadians
- Ethics and Values in the Public Service
- Anti-racism, equity, diversity and inclusion
- Government and democracy
- Federalism in Canada
- Digital government and artificial intelligence
- Climate change and sustainable development
- Indigenous affairs and reconciliation
- Public administration innovation and partnerships
- Canadian policies and program improvement
- Skills development and the future of work