Policy researchers among those awarded $1.3 million in USask research grants from SSHRC
Haizhen Mou of the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School is evaluating whether fiscal rules work the way they are intended in the Canadian provinces.
New and renewed CRC appointments in Climate Change and Regional Innovation announced in the Johnson Shoyama policy school
Dr. Margot Hurlbert (PhD), professor in the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) and a Fedoruk Fellow in the Centre for the Study of Science and Innovation Polic...
New director appointed to science and innovation policy centre
Dr. Jeremy Rayner (Ph.D.), an expert in global forest governance and environmental policy, has been selected to serve as the new director for the Johnson Shoyama Centre for the Stu...
JSGS welcomes two new faculty lecturers to its USask campus
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy is pleased to announce the two-year appointments of Dr. Yang Yang (Ph.D.) and Dr. Christopher Gunter (Ph.D.) as faculty lecture...
U of R student receives Vanier Scholarship to explore the media's role in reconciliation in Canada
Merelda Fiddler-Potter, a University of Regina doctoral student in the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS), has been awarded a prestigious Vanier Canada Graduat...
Government of Canada supports University of Saskatchewan’s “Women in STEM” speaker series featuring astronaut Dr. Roberta Bondar
Federal government investment to help increase women’s role in STEM
IPHRC and SCPOR launch first-of-its-kind training for health researchers engaging with Indigenous communities
The Indigenous Peoples’ Health Research Centre (IPHRC) is teaming up with the Saskatchewan Centre for Patient-Oriented Research (SCPOR) to offer free, monthly training modules for ...
Patient-oriented research receives $500,000 boost
A significant number of people in the province are impacted by alcohol misuse and sleep problems, while the physical, mental, and emotional health of young people is a matter of gr...
Martin Boucher joins JSGS USask campus as a new faculty lecturer
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Boucher to a faculty lecturer position at its University of Saskatchewan (USas...
Championing public health and access to care
Dr. Keith Da Silva wants to develop a better understanding of barriers to accessing dental care by identifying how coverage programs are established and how they are funded. To fin...
JSGS student receives Indigenous Student Achievement Award for exemplary leadership
As a northern Métis man from Cumberland House, John Desjarlais is working towards finding solutions that address the challenges and opportunities faced by his community and the gre...
Saskatchewan's Failing Report Card on Child Care
The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives has released a report identifying Saskatchewan as the province with the lowest ranking for overall quality and rates of access to regula...
Investing in Internships with Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy
Since 2010, federal government departments and agencies have enjoyed a beneficial working relationship with the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS). Western Eco...
New Director appointed at the Centre for the Study of Co-operatives
The Centre for the Study of Co-operatives and the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Marc-André Pigeon as the ne...
JSGS Digital Epidemiology and Population Health Lab is Funding Cutting Edge Active Living Research
The Digital Epidemiology and Population Health Lab (DEPtH) at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy at the Universities of Regina and Saskatchewan is seeking competi...
New Western Hub connects funders, grantees, and academics
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) at the University of Regina has received $80,300 from Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) ...
New report explores whether 3D printing can revolutionize construction in Northern communities
A new report is recommending 3D-printed housing be tested in Northern communities as a potential solution in addressing housing problems in Northern and Indigenous communities.
Research led by JSGS professor promotes global exchange of knowledge for active living policy development
The India Report Card is part of an international endeavor of researchers from across 49 countries in six continents, called the Global Matrix 3.0.
Budgeting for efficiency in Canada’s education sector
What began in 2013 as a casual conversation between faculty members and executives-in-residence at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) has resulted in resea...
GENI program a wish come true for Landrie-Parker
Dazawray Landrie-Parker joined the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) two years ago, hoping to develop a better understanding of policy issues in northern and ...
Location, Location, Location!
With a new academic year in full swing, the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) University of Regina (U of R) campus is settling into their new home on the revi...
JSGS student awarded Queen Elizabeth II Scholarship for social policy research
Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) student, Jade Anderson, was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Scholarship (QEII) of $20,000 to assist in her future research on...
Saving the lives of life savers: JSGS student examines paramedics' need for mental health support
Suicide and mental illness among Canadian first responders represents a major health issue, with about 250, including 63 paramedics, having taken their own lives since 2014 (The Te...
JSGS student returns from studying at the Arctic University of Norway
Through an innovative and unique partnership between the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) and the Arctic University of Norway (UiT), Master of Governance and...
JSGS welcomes assistant professor, Marc-André Pigeon, to its U of S campus
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Marc-André Pigeon as an Assistant Professor in the area of co-operatives and p...
Prestigious Banting Postdoctoral Fellow joins University of Regina research community
A researcher whose project focuses on working with Indigenous communities to learn how to best mitigate the negative impact that pipeline leaks have on their communities has joined...
JSGS expert among those from U of S weighing in on cannabis legalization
As Canada prepares to become one of the few countries in the world to legalize recreational cannabis use, the question remains: Are we ready?
JSGS Ph.D. graduate awarded a University of Saskatchewan Graduate Thesis Award
Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) Ph.D. in Public Policy graduate, Jennifer Budney, has received the University of Saskatchewan Graduate Thesis Award in the S...
JSGS graduates improving northern governance and development
From Northern Saskatchewan to Northern Europe, three students in the Master of Northern Governance and Development (MNGD) program have gained valuable best lessons, models and prac...
2018 Spring Convocation Q&A: Shawnakay Sterling-Daley
Shawnakay Sterling-Daley moved to Canada from Jamaica, bringing with her an undergraduate degree in management studies and a desire to see positive changes across government. Many ...
2018 Spring Convocation Q&A: Nadiya Miftakhova
Nadiya Miftakhova came to Canada from Ukraine. She has known herself to have strong leadership qualities. She was looking to put those skills to use in a career that is both challe...
2018 Spring Convocation Q&A: Ly Pham
Ly Pham has always been interested in a career that would allow her to work towards building better communities. Drawing from her background in sociology, she knew that a Master of...
2018 Spring Convocation Q&A: Bethany Penn
Bethany Penn is a motivated individual who thrives when faced with new challenges. After attending an information session about the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy...
A new chapter: MPA graduates reflecting on their JSGS experience
This June, 86 Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) students will receive their degrees and join over 800 alumni around the world.
Saskatchewan policy school appoints new Executive-in-Residence at its University of Saskatchewan campus
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Neal Kewistep as an Executive-in-Residence, effective June 1 for a one-year te...
Canadian Blood Services funds JSGS-led research to investigate harmonization and reform of legislation on the sale of blood and tissue
Alana Cattapan, assistant professor in the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) has been awarded the Canadian Blood Se...
Policy Research Poster Competition Winner Announced
National Pharmacare, active living mobile platforms, and employee engagement in the public sector, were just some of the topics Johnson Shoyama students explored during this year’s...
JSGS GENI students gain valuable insight on northern community development
Through an innovative and collaborate graduate program with the UiT Arctic University of Norway, students in the Johnson Shoyama joint Master of Governance and Entrepreneurship in ...
JSGS assistant professor publishes e-case with lessons for instilling a data culture within public organizations
JSGS assistant professor, Cheryl Camillo, was one of four scholars awarded funding through the University of Minnesota’s Humphrey School of Public Affairs’ Hubert Project to develo...
Yvonne Boyer, JSGS Adjunct Professor and IPHRC Research Affiliate, appointed to Senate
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has selected Métis lawyer and scholar Yvonne Boyer as the first Indigenous person appointed to Senate from Ontario, bringing the total number of Indig...
Northern communities building expertise in research, development
Three northern Métis and First Nations communities are partnering with researchers from the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) at the University of Saskatchewa...
'We can write it better': Theatre has role to play in reconciliation, says director
Theatre is “the perfect place” to explore relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, says an internationally acclaimed playwright, dramaturge and director.
JSGS places third at the National Public Administration Case Competition
Students from across Canada convened in Vancouver this past weekend to compete in the 2018 National Public Administration Case Competition (NAPCC).
Dan Florizone, former President and CEO of the Saskatoon Health Region, joins policy school as Executive-in Residence
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dan Florizone as an Executive-in-Residence, effective immediately for a one-ye...
JSGS student travels to Japan for two-week global leaders program
When Shawn Robinson started his Master of Public Policy degree back in 2015, he knew it would take him places…he just never imagined that would include Kyoto, Japan.
JSGS students head to national competition
Four JSGS students are getting ready to compete against teams from 13 policy and public administration schools across Canada.
JSGS Assistant Professor awarded $56K for women's health research
Alana Cattapan, an assistant professor in the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy campus at the University of Saskatchewan has been awarded a New Investigator Grant by...
JSGS professor and CRC, Ken Coates, named Distinguished Fellow with APF Canada
The Asia Pacific Foundation (APF) of Canada has named 21 individuals from across Canada as Distinguished Fellows.
JSGS welcomes Dr. Murray Fulton as Director of its U of S campus
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Murray Fulton as Director, U of S Campus, effective January 1, 2018 - July 30, 20...
Legalization of cannabis presents significant policy challenges, says U of S and U of R researchers
The legalization of cannabis presents far-reaching economic and social implications for policy makers across Canada, according to researchers at the province’s two universities.
No magic bullet to combat climate change according to U of S and U of R researchers
There is no clear-cut solution to reaching the federal target of a 30 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030. Instead it will require a combination of policy ...
Tarun Katapally, JSGS Assistant Professor, receives funding as part of the Government of Canada's $3.7M investment in innovative health research
Researchers to study Indigenous youth, Parkinson’s disease and mental health.
Ken Coates among individuals recognized by the U of S as outstanding citizens in honour of Canada 150
Ten remarkable members of the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) community are being recognized as U of S Canada 150 Citizens for significantly contributing to Canada becoming a m...
JSGS professor has leading role in climate change for international body
Margot Hurlbert will lead an international team of writers and editors on the topic of Land and Climate
Ken Coates, JSGS professor and CRC at the U of S campus, receives award from Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) has given Ken Coates its 2017 Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Relations for “his deep understanding of past and present reali...
JSGS Announces New Appointments within Executive Education
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Moen as Director of Executive Education, effective July 1, 2017. The scho...
JSGS Welcomes New Assistant Professor to the U of S Campus
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy is pleased to welcome Alana Cattapan as an assistant professor in the school’s University of Saskatchewan campus, effective Jul...
JSGS professor and colleague publish paper on the Ring of Fire and Mining in Northern Ontario
The potential of the Ring of Fire, a large-scale mineral deposit in Northern Ontario, to bring prosperity to Indigenous communities remains trapped under a simmering conflict, stat...
Celebrating public policy school’s anniversary
In 2007, the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Regina did what some institutions may have thought impossible by creating a single, provincial public policy school.
New study engages citizen scientists in physical activity to influence policy
Dr. Tarun Katapally, a population health researcher and assistant professor at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, and co-investigators from across the country ar...
Former President and CEO of Innovation Saskatchewan joins JSGS as an Executive-in-Residence
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy is pleased to welcome Jerome Konecsni, former president and CEO of Innovation Saskatchewan, as an executive-in-residence effect...
Provincial policy school launches science and innovation research centre
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS), a joint venture between the universities of Regina and Saskatchewan, has launched a new research centre aimed at increa...
Johnson Shoyama Graduate School welcomes new faculty member
The JSGS is pleased to announce the addition of Elizabeth Schwartz as an assistant professor in the area of decision making
JSGS Faculty Member Represents India in Report Card on Physical Activity of Children and Youth
First comprehensive assessment of physical activity and sedentary behaviour among India’s young population.
Former Deputy Ministers to become new Executives-in-Residence
Two former Saskatchewan public servants have been announced as the new Executives-in-Residence for the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy
JSGS welcomes new Director of Executive Education
Former Associate Deputy Minister of Highways and Infrastructure to lead JSGS Executive Education
New workshop to uncover Indigenous relations within Canada
A new workshop from Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy gives historical context to the current relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.
From Treaty Peoples to Treaty Nation: A Road Map for All Canadians makes 18th annual Donner Prize shortlist
From Treaty Peoples to Treaty Nation: A Road Map for All Canadians, one of five books selected to the Donner Prize shortlist from 86 submissions.
PhD student Rhiannon Klein represents JSGS at 2016 Model Arctic Council
Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy Ph.D. student Rhiannon Klein represented the School at the 2016 Model Arctic Council at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and was ...
JSGS Alum, Nicole Callihoo Creates All My Relations Award
Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) Alum, Nicole Callihoo (’14) gifted $10,000 to the School to create the “All My Relations Award” for students enrolled in the...
JSGS, CSC and CRS announce new scholarship
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS), the Centre for the Study of Co-operatives (CSC), and the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS) Chair in Co-operative Gove...
JSGS modernizes logo and brand identity
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) recently unveiled a new logo and brand identity that prominently recognizes the School’s namesakes, clarifies the School...
Fedoruk Centre invests $2-million in policy research at JSGS
The Sylvia Fedoruk Canadian Centre for Nuclear Innovation will invest $2-million to support research at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) at the Universit...
JSGS students awarded IPAC Academic Awards
At a ceremony held at Government House in Regina on October 14, the Saskatchewan Regional Group of the Institute of Public Administration of Canada (IPAC) presented academic awards...
JSGS researcher named to Royal Society of Canada
JSGS researcher Ken Coates has been elected a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada—one of this country’s highest honours.
JSGS researcher highlights challenges for rural communities
Research conducted by JSGS Professor Emerita Rose Olfert and colleagues will be featured in a national report on the state of rural Canada released today.
U of S centre celebrates key partnerships
University of Saskatchewan’s International Centre for Northern Governance and Development has co-launched the first joint international master’s degree in Governance and Entreprene...
JSGS welcomes new Fulbright Scholar
The JSGS and Executive Director Kathleen McNutt welcome Cheryl Camillo to the University of Regina campus on a 2015-2016 Canada-U.S. Fulbright grant
JSGS professors and student awarded the J.E. Hodgetts Award by the Institute of Public Administration of Canada
Michael Atkinson and Murray Fulton, along with Master of Public Policy student Boa Kim, were awarded the prestigious J.E. Hodgetts Award during the Celebration of Excellence.
Change in leadership announced for the JSGS Outreach and Training unit
The JSGS is pleased to announce the appointment of former executive assistant to the deputy minister to the premier of Saskatchewan, Giselle Marcotte, as the incoming director of t...
Grads celebrate with feast at File Hills Qu'Appelle Tribal Council
Prayers, music, inspirational speakers and a feast marked a special graduation ceremony at the File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council, July 28, 2015.
The JSGS appoints two new faculty in big data and open government, and health administration
The JSGS is pleased to appoint Justin Longo as the Cisco Systems Research Chair in Big Data and Open Government, and Tarun Katapally as an assistant professor in health administrat...
JSGS scholar to lead cutting-edge research into co-operatives
Internationally known researcher Murray Fulton has been appointed to the Co-operative Retailing System Chair in Co-operative Governance.
Driving Saskatchewan’s Future
A Cree and Salteaux male and from the Cowessess and Ochapowace First Nation, Cadmus Delorme now calls Regina home.
Johnson-Shoyama Students Awarded $20,000 each in scholarships
Two doctoral students, Olena Kapral and Danette Starblanket, from the Johnson-Shoyama School of Public Policy have been awarded scholarships of $20,000 each.
A Movement that mobilized the masses
In 2012, the Idle No More movement sparked hundreds of teach-ins, rallies and protests across Canada.
U of S professor picked for prestigious Fulbright Arctic Initiative
When top diplomats from the nations of the Arctic Council meet to discuss issues during the next two years, they will draw on research by University of Saskatchewan associate profe...
New leadership appointments announced at the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy
The University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan have appointed Kathy McNutt as the new executive director of the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy.
When change becomes the norm
For David Cundall and Amanda Vindevoghel Cundall, constant change has been the norm. Their careers have evolved through diverse public sector roles.
Passion for Policy: Healthcare
The Canadian Universal Healthcare system has its roots in Saskatchewan, supported by Premier Thomas Douglas, and is considered by many to be among the best in the world. But is tha...
JSGS visiting scholar and colleagues offer better solution for comparing policy outputs
Comparative policy studies compare and contrast public policy making across sectoral, regional and national boundaries. That being said, scholars often face a number of methodologi...