About Us

About the CCPA

An independent, non-partisan research institute

Founded in 1980, the CCPA is one of Canada’s leading progressive voices in public policy debates.

Our experts work on issues related to social, economic and environmental justice.

Driving social change now

The CCPA produces the research policy-makers, activists, and everyday Canadians need to make informed decisions and press for social change.

Committed to social change

The CCPA produces the research policy-makers, activists, and everyday Canadians need to make informed decisions and press for social change.


Original, hard-hitting research

The CCPA delivers original, independent, peer-reviewed, non-partisan research and analysis.

We work with top-notch researchers to shed light on the key issues facing Canada.

Balanced debate

We work proactively to balance media coverage on the issues of the day.



Myth-busting

A strong democracy relies on facts, truth, and evidence-based decision-making.

The CCPA debunks myths and advances fair and balanced research.

CCPA: A progressive force

Solutions-oriented research rooted in principles

We work on solutions anchored by basic principles: human dignity and freedom, fairness, equality, environmental sustainability, and the public good. 

A just, sustainable Canada

A better world is possible

We work on solutions—solutions that show Canadians’ best values are not only possible, they’re practical.

We can afford to build a more just and sustainable Canada. Our economy will be stronger for it.

Our people

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