Fall 2026 - PLCY 803 G100
Political Foundations of Policy Analysis I (5)
Class Number: 6446
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 9:00–11:50 a.m.
VANCOUVER
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Instructor:
Olena Hankivsky
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Examines the political foundations of Canadian public policy. It will examine the institutional and societal landscape that sets the stage for the decisions Canadian governments make. Topics discussed include the machinery of government, federalism, and the Canadian economic and social context.
Registrar Notes:
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