National Office
The CCPA’s National Office was established in 1980. Located in Ottawa, it coordinates the CCPA’s national research agenda.
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Canada can’t stop relying on temporary pilot programs
From worker supports to immigration to housing, the federal government has a really hard time committing—but pilot programs aren’t a mode of governance
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Alternative federal budget 2026-27: Health care
A budget that makes Canada stronger by committing to solidarity and dignity for all
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Alternative federal budget 2026-27: First Nations
A budget that makes Canada stronger by committing to solidarity and dignity for all
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Alternative federal budget 2026-27: Veterans
A budget that makes Canada stronger by committing to solidarity and dignity for all
The latest research, analysis and commentary on issues that matter to you
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Bill C-39 undermines Canadian workers’ right to strike
The federal government is acquiescing to the business lobby’s attempt to tip the scales and water down workers’ rights
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Canada’s AI consultation asked the wrong questions
The federal government invited Canadians to participate in a consultation about AI. They left out some of the most important issues.
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Not adding up: Surgical and diagnostic privatization in Ontario
The Ontario government favours for-profit delivery of surgeries and medical imaging, but the evidence shows this isn’t good health policy
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Fairer pay in the public sector: Gender and new Canadian pay gaps in the public and private sectors, 2025
While pay gaps persist, the public sector remains a fairer place for both women and new Canadians to work
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Not adding up: Surgical and diagnostic privatization in Ontario
The Ontario government favours for-profit delivery of surgeries and medical imaging, but the evidence shows this isn’t good health policy
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Dismantling gender pay discrimination in Canada: Current trends and policy responses
The gender pay gap has narrowed but remains unacceptably wide, with the average woman earning only 72% of what men earn
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What AI revolution?
“There is no alternative” is back with a vengeance. But just like last time, it is a power grab—and one that we have the capacity…
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