Origin Story
Established in 1994 thanks to an innovative agreement between the Bronfman family and 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ, the 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Institute for the Study of Canada (MISC) runs an academic program at 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ, supports an active research environment, and organizes a variety of large-scale, public events on matters of interest to Canadians, including MISC's annual conferences, which attract significant attention from policy-makers, media, and the general public. Several of MISC's founders, including Charles Bronfman, Alex Paterson, and Bernard Shapiro, still play a role in the Institute's current-day activities.  Â
Mission StatementÂ
MISC's mission is to:Â
- promote a better understanding of Canada through the study of our heritage;
- develop a clearer understanding of Canada's social, political and economic future;
- identify and explore the benefits that a pluralistic society offers;
- support the study of Canada across the country and internationally.
In order to achieve these goals, the Institute:Â
- encourages a multidisciplinary approach to the study of Canada;
- promotes public as well as university-based education about Canada;
- fosters the development of networks in the areas of Canadian Studies;
- enhances informed discussion of public policy.