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ICI is different from most other policy institutions/think tanks because it takes a holistic context-dependent approach to assessing specific public policy issues being examined. We develop, follow, and disseminate structured tools and frameworks to capture economic, social, environmental, geopolitical and technology risks, explore linkages among these risks, assess their likely direct and indirect impacts on Canadians, and identify response opportunities. Our work is informed by both domestic and global factors and how these intersect to create risks and opportunities for Canada.

Our current offerings include: 1. Advisory Services: We support businesses, social enterprises, and academic institutions in developing effective strategies, crafting content, and planning outreach to engage with the federal government. While we do not lobby, we help sharpen your internal strategies for greater policy and program alignment. 2. Research & Strategic Planning: Our team provides landscape analyses, strategic planning, and applied research at the intersection of science, technology, innovation, and policy—helping your organization navigate complexity and meet its goals. 3. Training & Education: Through customized workshops, symposiums, or seminars we build capacity among academics, businesses, and social innovators. Topics include federal structures, budget processes, government priorities, and strategies for policy engagement and influence.

If I become an ICI member, I will be expected to make best efforts (recognizing we all have other obligations) to: • Participate in monthly meetings to contribute information and insights to issues being discussed. • Participate, on a voluntary basis, with other members in the production of articles, commentary, and reports. • Participate, on a voluntary basis, in providing review (peer review) of any other Member's proposed articles, commentary, or reports. • Participate, on a voluntary basis, in contributing to external seminars, workshops, and courses to inform specific audiences. • Participate in periodic internal discussions of emerging public policy issies brought forward by other members.

ICI Members can receive compensation for participating in any paid ICI contracts with select public, academic, or private sector clients.