Author Highlight: Eric Champagne in the Media

Eric Champagne is an Associate Professor of Public Administration at the School of Political Studies and Director of the Centre on Governance at the University of Ottawa. He teaches courses on public sector management and governance, program evaluation, public policy development, and globalization and continental integration. His research interests include multi-level governance in Canada, public sector reforms in developing countries, public finance management, and social innovation in minority groups.

Eric Champagne in the Media 

Videos

Gatineau Tramway: The City Reiterates Its Support - Radio Canada

Discusses the concerns about the governance of the Gatineau Tramway.

The Politics of Multinational States - Public Governance Diaries

This is a video featuring a discussion between Professors Eric Champagne and André Lecours on the subject of the politics of multinational states. The conversation primarily centers around the concepts of federalism and autonomy.

Audio

Ottawa's LRT, a governance problem - Radio Canada

The interview includes a discussion on the governance issues related to the light rail project in Ottawa, on Radio Canada 's "Des matins d'ici" radio show.

Tribute to Caroline Andrew on CBC Radio's All in a Day - CBC Radio

A tribute to Professor Caroline Andrew's illustrious academic career and engagement with the community organizations on CBC Radio's All in a Day with Alan Neal.

The Media Food Drive and governance issues in the light rail project in Ottawa - Radio Canada                                                              

The talk analyzes governance issues in the light rail project in Ottawa and as part of the media food drive, Read More

Articles

Perspectives on the Ottawa convoy protest and the Rouleau commission report

The article analyzes the Rouleau report on the 2022 public order emergency and its policy and legal implications.

The “failure of federalism” at the siege of Ottawa was primarily a failure of governance

The article examines how poor governance and communication between different levels of government worsened the Ottawa convoy crisis.

Post-pandemic work in the public sector: A new way forward or a return to the past? 

Discusses the transformation of the workforce due to COVID-19, especially in the public sector, and contemplates the future of work.

The Emergencies Act inquiry revealed a disturbing disregard of the public interest 

Criticizes the Ottawa Police Services Board for operating in secret after the freedom convoy protest.

Boards of directors, not governments, must prevent scandals like Hockey Canada’s

Discusses the importance of understanding the mandate and role of the board for good governance.

Canada has 20 per cent of the world’s freshwater reserves — this is how to protect it 

Highlights the urgent need for better freshwater governance in Canada.

How the COVID-19 pandemic may have changed university teaching and testing for good 

Discusses how the forced transition to online university learning will permanently change teaching practices.

The WHO’s risky communication strategy created confusion around COVID-19

Criticizes the World Health Organization’s handling of communication around COVID-19.