Vancouver Policy Seminar for Students

Student Seminar: Explore Public Policy Issues

Saturday, January 28, 2017 | Vancouver
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel  | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Students – do you have an interest in the economy, business, or critical issues of the day? Please join us for a day of fun-filled discussion and inquiry – free of charge. Listen to high profile business leaders, academics, and leading policy experts give presentations on a variety of topics, ask questions, and then further examine the ideas presented with your peers in lively discussion groups.

Speakers and Topics: 

Marijuana Industry Regulation in BC
Stephen T. Easton
Senior Fellow, The Fraser Institute

The Surprising Effects of Economic Freedom
Fred McMahon
Michael A. Walker Research Chair in Economic Freedom, The Fraser Institute

Operational and Infrastructure Challenges in the Opening Arctic
Dr. Leslie Wickman
Executive Director, American Scientific Affiliation

Canada-China Relations and Suggestions for Policy Improvements
Dr. Yves Tiberghien
Associate Professor of Political Science, University of British Columbia

Minimum Wage Hikes: Good Policy or Bad Idea?
Charles Lammam
Director, Centre for Fiscal Studies, The Fraser Institute