The Global Spread of Democratic Backsliding and What it Means for Canada (CVS 2026)

Populism and authoritarian tendencies are not isolated phenomena, they evolve through cross-border exchange of ideas, tactics, and political narratives. Join us for an examination on how rising populist movements and authoritarianism abroad are shaping the Canadian landscape. Forces destabilizing democracies elsewhere don’t stop at our border. Panelists will explore what this means for Canada, and what we can do about it. With: Annika Silva-Leander, International IDEA David Salvo, Institute for Strategic Dialogue Sanjay Ruparelia, Toronto Metropolitan University and Jarislowsky Democracy Chair Canadian Vote Summit 2026 May 20-21, Calgary AB