P2 Research & Reports

The IAP2 Canada Research Committee is a volunteer group of practitioners from across sectors who are committed to advancing public participation practice through research and inquiry.

We identify emerging trends, conduct member surveys, explore evolving tools and methodologies, and help translate insights into learning opportunities and professional development offerings.

Our goal is simple: to strengthen the practice of public participation in Canada by grounding it in reflection, evidence, and lived practitioner experience.

Our Approach to Research

Our work is practitioner-informed and field-focused. We:

• Conduct national surveys and environmental scans

• Explore emerging issues affecting engagement professionals

• Document “what we’re hearing” across the country

• Identify implications for training, certification, and professional development

• Share findings openly with members and the broader field

We believe research should be practical, accessible, and useful – helping practitioners navigate complexity with confidence. 

Anchored in IAP2’s Core Values and the Spectrum of Public Participation, our research initiatives reinforce the ethical and practical foundations of public participation while exploring how the field continues to evolve.