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Faculty of Public and Global Affairs

Calling all future leaders

The Faculty of Public and Global Affairs is unique in Canada, attracting future leaders who go on to work at the highest levels of government, diplomacy, journalism, economics, and much more. Our students learn from experts in their field and have the chance to pursue job placements within national and international organizations, as well as study abroad. With more than 80 specialized programs and a rich selection of 800 courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, there’s a path here for every passionate student eager to make a difference on a global scale.

How will you lead, connect, transform?

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Strengthening Indigenous Justice: One Life Story at a Time

Jane Dickson’s work focuses on strengthening Indigenous access to justice through the development, training, and evaluation of Gladue reports and culturally informed sentencing practices.

In the Spotlight

2024-2025 Annual Report

A look at some of the FPGA highlights from 2024-2025.

Student Opportunities

Explore student opportunities like CUSLI, IPAF 4900, and more to make the most of your university experience.

Our Events

Discover our events from across the Faculty of Public and Global Affairs.

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Our Research

Collaborating across diverse schools, institutes, and departments, FPGA fosters innovative research and insights at the intersections of politics, policy, and public life.

Our Strategic Plan

This strategic plan provides a vision of where the Faculty of Public and Global Affairs will be in five years’ time and outlines a set of goals designed to get us there.

FPGA News

What’s happening in the Faculty of Public and Global Affairs

FPGA Suggestion Box

We want to hear from you!