In our fall issue, we spotlight inspiring stories on free transit for kids, basic income, cities designed for all, youth engaged in climate action and elections, protection for gig economy workers , sustainable economies, and so much more.
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Civic Governance
Support community leadership to meet today’s social and environmental challenges.
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Low Carbon Economy
Support low carbon economy research, policy and action.
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Responsible Investment
Build the capacity of investment decision-makers to implement responsible investment.
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Scholarships
Assist working people and mature students in returning to the classroom for retraining and skills upgrading.
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Latest News
Events
On Tuesday, October 29, we held our third fundraising dinner - a celebration of the invaluable contribution of Charley Beresford, our former Executive Director for 12 years - for her nurturing leadership of sustainable, equitable, and inclusive communities across Canada.
The Columbia Institute will hold its annual Civic Governance Forum at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel in Vancouver, BC from Friday, March 27 to Saturday, March 28. Stay tuned for more information. In the meantime, take a look at last year's program here.
Scholarship Program
"I had a difficult time making the decision to leave the security of my job and return to school to study full-time. Initially, I returned to school part-time and continued to work and to raise my son as a single-parent.

Applications are now closed:
- David Podworny Memorial Scholarship
- Dennis McGann Bursary
- USW Lifelong Learning
- TWU, USW Local 1944 Scholarship
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