Our Programs and Courses

Governments around the world are struggling to keep pace with the unprecedented disruptions of the digital era. This program is for any leader who wants to better understand how technology is pushing the public service to modernize in order to meet rising expectations. Our premise is that in today’s world, “digital” impacts everyone in government!

Society’s relationship with science is changing. The interface between science, innovation, and policy making must change, too.

The Executive Leadership Program (ELP) is designed for Directors and Senior Directors in the Canadian public service who are navigating the demands of modern, complex governance. First launched in 2012, the program is delivered through a blended format of in-person and virtual sessions. Facilitated by experienced public sector leaders, ELP fosters meaningful peer dialogue, expert-led discussions, and reflective learning.

Includes a mix of in-class modules, a travel study tour, and group coaching sessions.

Build your skills, explore key tools, and practice writing effective briefing notes.

We will lead you through interactive discussions and real-life case studies, and take you through the guide to preparing Treasury Board Submissions.

Explore and practice skills and tips on how your oral briefs can support your senior decision-makers.

Build the foundations and expand your knowledge as a skilled and confident policy analyst in a complex and changing policy environment.

Review and practice the process employed in the development of MCs, as well as gain an appreciation of the purpose, structure and mandate of Cabinet and its key committees.

Join us for the next step in our Policy webinar series! This session is all about enhancing your policy-making skills to help you confidently navigate complex policies. We'll dive into evidence-based policy-making, environmental scanning, and effective collaboration & engagement practices.

In this third step of our policy webinar series, you will gain the crucial knowledge and skills to enhance your policy-making skills and confidently navigate intricate policy paths. We will dive into diverse policy formulation models and understand the art of providing effective advice to decision-makers.

Set your projects up for success using a project management approach, from scoping to planning to execution and evaluation. Use the best practices with actual public sector examples.

Gain practical tips and strategies for understanding, addressing and working with the reporting and accountability requirements of the current Expenditure Management System.

If you work in government or in an organization that often deals with government, this webinar is a must-take to guide you through the structures, players and processes that make up government.

How do principles of good governance work in Canada? How is citizens trust impacted? Why is it important? Join us for a dynamic and engaging exploration of how public sector governance works and why it matters so much.

Master the essentials of digital government, data science, global trends, technology policies, innovation, ethics, and remote team collaboration in this comprehensive course.

In this concluding webinar of our Policy series, dive into cutting-edge policy-making techniques rooted in human-centered design and behavioral insights, often known as "Nudge." Immerse yourself in hands-on exploration of innovative policy strategies and discover how to effectively apply behavioral insights to your own projects.

Empowering Excellence in the Public Sector: The IOG Policy and Governance Learning Certificate

This intensive two-day program is ideal for individuals new to policy roles or those transitioning into policy-focused work.

Over two days, learn how to tell stories that resonate and deliver briefs that drive decisions.

Unlock the Power of Generative AI by joining this dynamic half-day workshop to build practical skills in AI-assisted work—designed for today’s fast-changing world.

This full-day, in-person workshop helps public servants gain hands-on experience using generative AI—like Microsoft Copilot—to create real work products responsibly. Learn how to direct, review, and refine AI outputs while upholding the standards of judgment, accountability, and professionalism expected in government.

Join us for this engaging session on how AI is transforming public sector work! Explore the latest AI trends, learn how governments are adapting, and gain practical skills in prompt engineering to work smarter with AI. Whether you're new to AI or already using it, this session will help you navigate risks, harness opportunities, and enhance your day-to-day work.

Master the essentials of digital government, data science, global trends, technology policies, innovation, ethics, and remote team collaboration in this comprehensive course.

Join a two-day intermediate-level exploration of the integration of science, innovation, and policy to drive evidence-informed decisions.

Be an innovative public servant and learn how to use experimentation to explore new ways of designing and delivering public policy and services.

Explore concepts and practical applications of design thinking, integrative thinking, lateral thinking and other creative ways of re-imagining policy problems.

This webinar acts as a “user guide” for scientists and researchers working with or in the federal government. Learn the foundations of how the federal government works, and your unique role as a science-based public servant.

This webinar acts as a “user guide” for scientists and researchers working with or in the federal government. Learn the foundations of how the federal government works, and your unique role as a science-based public servant.

Build the foundations and expand your knowledge as a skilled and confident policy analyst in a complex and changing policy environment.

We will lead you through interactive discussions and real-life case studies, and take you through the guide to preparing Treasury Board Submissions.

If you work in government or in an organization that often deals with government, this webinar is a must-take to guide you through the structures, players and processes that make up government.

Gain practical tips and strategies for understanding, addressing and working with the reporting and accountability requirements of the current Expenditure Management System.

In this third step of our policy webinar series, you will gain the crucial knowledge and skills to enhance your policy-making skills and confidently navigate intricate policy paths. We will dive into diverse policy formulation models and understand the art of providing effective advice to decision-makers.

Join us for the next step in our Policy webinar series! This session is all about enhancing your policy-making skills to help you confidently navigate complex policies. We'll dive into evidence-based policy-making, environmental scanning, and effective collaboration & engagement practices.

Review and practice the process employed in the development of MCs, as well as gain an appreciation of the purpose, structure and mandate of Cabinet and its key committees.

In this concluding webinar of our Policy series, dive into cutting-edge policy-making techniques rooted in human-centered design and behavioral insights, often known as "Nudge." Immerse yourself in hands-on exploration of innovative policy strategies and discover how to effectively apply behavioral insights to your own projects.

This intensive two-day program is ideal for individuals new to policy roles or those transitioning into policy-focused work.

This course is specifically tailored for public servants of the Government of Canada who are involved in or interact with financial management roles.

This targeted course is specifically designed for federal public servants in Canada to enhance their proficiency in human resources management within the public sector framework.

Explore how today’s public service is evolving and what it means for your role, your organization, and the future of governance in Canada.

Explore how values and ethics shape public service. Through real-world examples and discussion, this course offers practical guidance on accountability, responsible communication, and ethical decision-making in today’s evolving public sector.

Gain insight into how Canada’s Parliament works and how politics shape laws and policies. This course explores key conventions, party dynamics, and the relationship between the public service and elected officials.

Understand your organization, understand the role of corporate units, understand decision making and governance, aligning to organizational priorities.

Understand performance management, giving effective feedback, setting realistic performance objective and continuous conversation, developing a coaching approach

Understanding change dynamics, key success factors for change, dealing with resistance, supporting your team through change.

This course equips emerging and current frontline leaders with practical insights and tools to enhance leadership and management skills. Participants will review what is expected of them in their role as a frontline leader, approaches to personal and professional development and a pragmatic approach to delegating, managing their time and workload.

This dynamic course is designed specifically for frontline leaders who seek to strengthen their team leadership skills. It offers practical insights into team building, motivation, conflict resolution, and trust-building. Participants will learn effective coaching and mentoring techniques, enabling them to foster a resilient and high-performing team environment. The course covers a comprehensive set of leadership skills essential for managing and inspiring teams effectively.

This course for frontline leaders enhances capabilities in managing relationships with their management and peers. It covers manage you professional relationship with your boss, developing your organizational influence, developing your understanding of the organizational perspective, and handling conflicts with your supervisor and your colleagues. Through exercises, discussions, and case studies, participants will also learn practical briefing skills and meeting management skills.

This course equips mid-to-senior level policy leaders with the practical skills and knowledge needed to successfully navigate government transitions.

This half-day virtual workshop empowers frontline leaders with coaching skills to enhance team performance and engagement. Participants will learn practical techniques for effective communication, feedback, and relationship-building.

This course provides comprehensive training on conflict management within the workplace, targeting leaders and managers

This course is tailored for managers and leaders who are responsible for overseeing hybrid and virtual teams within their organizations.

This webinar delves into the complex and pervasive issue of racism.

How do principles of good governance work in Canada? How is citizens trust impacted? Why is it important? Join us for a dynamic and engaging exploration of how public sector governance works and why it matters so much.

This comprehensive course is designed for frontline leaders who frequently face high-stress situations.

Set your projects up for success using a project management approach, from scoping to planning to execution and evaluation. Use the best practices with actual public sector examples.

This three-afternoon webinar will give you insight into the world of an executive. It will enable you, in a safe space, to practice your skills and ascertain your state of readiness for the next step in your career.

Explore and practice skills and tips on how your oral briefs can support your senior decision-makers.

Build your skills, explore key tools, and practice writing effective briefing notes.

This hands-on course equips senior public servants with practical skills for testifying before Parliamentary committees.

Unlock the secret to briefings that senior leaders instantly understand and act on! Learn how to cut through complexity, anticipate what matters, and use storytelling techniques that make your message land—every time. This course can be offered in French on request.

Unlock the secret to briefings that senior leaders instantly understand and act on! This immersive workshop reveals how storytelling converts complex information into compelling narratives that drive action. Discover why even the busiest decision-makers instantly grasp and remember well-structured stories—and how to weave them into your briefings. (Note: due to a system error some courses may show as French delivery - this is incorrect. All currently scheduled courses are English delivery.)

Over two days, learn how to tell stories that resonate and deliver briefs that drive decisions.

If you work in government or in an organization that often deals with government, this webinar is a must-take to guide you through the structures, players and processes that make up government.

Gain practical tips and strategies for understanding, addressing and working with the reporting and accountability requirements of the current Expenditure Management System.

This three-afternoon webinar will give you insight into the world of an executive. It will enable you, in a safe space, to practice your skills and ascertain your state of readiness for the next step in your career.

Set your projects up for success using a project management approach, from scoping to planning to execution and evaluation. Use the best practices with actual public sector examples.

In this third step of our policy webinar series, you will gain the crucial knowledge and skills to enhance your policy-making skills and confidently navigate intricate policy paths. We will dive into diverse policy formulation models and understand the art of providing effective advice to decision-makers.

Join us for the next step in our Policy webinar series! This session is all about enhancing your policy-making skills to help you confidently navigate complex policies. We'll dive into evidence-based policy-making, environmental scanning, and effective collaboration & engagement practices.

Review and practice the process employed in the development of MCs, as well as gain an appreciation of the purpose, structure and mandate of Cabinet and its key committees.

Build the foundations and expand your knowledge as a skilled and confident policy analyst in a complex and changing policy environment.

Be an innovative public servant and learn how to use experimentation to explore new ways of designing and delivering public policy and services.

This webinar acts as a “user guide” for scientists and researchers working with or in the federal government. Learn the foundations of how the federal government works, and your unique role as a science-based public servant.

Explore concepts and practical applications of design thinking, integrative thinking, lateral thinking and other creative ways of re-imagining policy problems.

Includes a mix of in-class modules, a travel study tour, and group coaching sessions.

Build your skills, explore key tools, and practice writing effective briefing notes.

Explore and practice skills and tips on how your oral briefs can support your senior decision-makers.

We will lead you through interactive discussions and real-life case studies, and take you through the guide to preparing Treasury Board Submissions.

The Executive Leadership Program (ELP) is designed for Directors and Senior Directors in the Canadian public service who are navigating the demands of modern, complex governance. First launched in 2012, the program is delivered through a blended format of in-person and virtual sessions. Facilitated by experienced public sector leaders, ELP fosters meaningful peer dialogue, expert-led discussions, and reflective learning.

Society’s relationship with science is changing. The interface between science, innovation, and policy making must change, too.

Governments around the world are struggling to keep pace with the unprecedented disruptions of the digital era. This program is for any leader who wants to better understand how technology is pushing the public service to modernize in order to meet rising expectations. Our premise is that in today’s world, “digital” impacts everyone in government!

One-day refresher workshop for DELP Alumni

Join a two-day intermediate-level exploration of the integration of science, innovation, and policy to drive evidence-informed decisions.

This hands-on course equips senior public servants with practical skills for testifying before Parliamentary committees.

In this concluding webinar of our Policy series, dive into cutting-edge policy-making techniques rooted in human-centered design and behavioral insights, often known as "Nudge." Immerse yourself in hands-on exploration of innovative policy strategies and discover how to effectively apply behavioral insights to your own projects.

How do principles of good governance work in Canada? How is citizens trust impacted? Why is it important? Join us for a dynamic and engaging exploration of how public sector governance works and why it matters so much.