Careers

“Working at the Public Policy Forum means being part of a collaborative, curious and purpose-driven team. Every day brings the opportunity to engage with people and ideas from across sectors, while contributing to conversations and research that shape Canada’s future. It’s a workplace where inclusion, respect and shared commitment to good and actionable policy are at the heart of everything we do.”

Work with us

The Public Policy Forum (PPF) is an independent, non-partisan and non-profit think tank working to inject fresh thinking into Canadian policymaking. The public interest is our north star.   

Born in 1987 of the belief that dialogue between leaders in the private and public sectors leads to better policy, PPF provides an independent space for collaboration among diverse voices to address the country’s most pressing challenges in governance and public policy.  

Our process is rigorous and inclusive. We believe bigger tables create better narratives and ultimately more resilient, practical policy. Our convenings bring together emerging thinkers with established leaders to ensure future-proof policy ideas.  

As a registered charity, PPF is funded by a mix of memberships, program partnerships, event ticketing and sponsorships, and philanthropic donations. Our network of members includes about 200 organizations spanning industry, federal, provincial and territorial governments, academic institutions, unions and the non-profit sector.   

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Public Policy Forum strives to engage diverse perspectives in pursuit of resilient, practical policy for all Canadians.

In our early years, inclusion entailed gathering government, business, labour and civil society in the same room. Today, our mission is far more ambitious. We aim to incorporate a broader cross-section of participants and contributors — reflecting factors such as identity and geography — in our research, convening and learning processes.

PPF recognizes the existence of systemic racism in Canada. We are firmly committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous peoples — a guiding principle in our policy recommendations — and social justice for all communities. We subscribe to the 50-30 Challenge and the notion that bigger tables lead to better narratives and broader impact.

We recognize there is more progress to be made and that good policy outcomes for everyone mark the ultimate measure of a successful society. As Canada’s think tank about tomorrow, we take our responsibility seriously to use our work to illuminate inclusive and diverse policy pathways.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to careers@ppforum.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation will be provided at all stages of the hiring process. We ask applicants to make their needs known in advance. 

Current opportunities

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Although we are not currently hiring, we invite you to check back for future opportunities.