IAP2 Canada is an Association of members who seek to promote and improve the practice of public participation in relation to individuals, governments, institutions, and other entities that affect the public interest in Canada and around the world.
IAP2 carries out its mission by organizing and conducting activities to:
- Serve the learning needs of members through events, publications, and communication technology;
- Advocate for public participation throughout the world;
- Promote a results-oriented research agenda and use research to support educational and advocacy goals, and;
- Provide technical assistance to improve public participation.
IAP2 was founded in 1990 as the International Association of Public Participation Practitioners (IAP3) to respond to the rising global interest in public participation. It later became IAP2 (International Association for Public Participation) and in 2010-2011 moved to a federation of affiliates model and IAP2 Canada was born.
What's New
Renewing your membership
If you have been waiting to renew your membership or to open a new membership now is the time to do so! Existing members can enter the member's only section and renew, while new members can follow the Join IAP2 Canada link.
If you have any questions about the process to renew your membership, please read the detailed guide.
Member P2 Resources
We are starting to add resources to benefit members!
Call for Committee Volunteers!
Are you interested in learning about and developing the practice of public participation?
Would like to work on a team with interesting people across the country?
IAP2 Canada invites you to consider joining one of the new working committees! The committees are just getting off the ground and there is a spot for you. Join us in helping to shape and grow IAP2 Canada into a leading organization for public participation. Time commitments will be flexible and are likely to be in the range of 2 to 4 hours per month.
There are several committees that you can get involved in. Please contact the chairs directly to learn more about how you can get involved.
Outreach and Collaboration - Karla Reesor
This committee will raise awareness of IAP2 and develop partnerships with diverse organizations, leading to new research, professional development and networking opportunities for members.
Communications - Krista Maydew
This committee will inform and engage members on IAP2 Canada activities and practices. As well, there will also be an external focus to create a brand identity.
Membership - Anne Harding
This committee would ensure there is value for IAP2 Canada members, while developing and executing strategies for growth.
Governance - Amelia Shaw
Finance - Gale Simpson
