Who We Are: MissonThe Fraser Institute provides a useful public service by reporting objective information about the economic and social effects of current public policies. We offer evidence-based research and education about policy options that can improve the quality of life. Fraser InstituteFI_b100f5a6-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e326The Fraser Institute is an independent, non-profit organization with no affiliations to any political party. Our activities are funded by charitable donations, unrestricted grants, ticket sales and sponsorships from events, the licensing of products for public distribution, and the sale of publications.Niels VeldhuisPresident Jason ClemensExecutive Vice-President Peter CowleySenior Vice President Operations Sherry SteinVice President Development, NationalAnnabel AddingtonDirector of Administration & Human ResourcesSébastien CôtéDirecteur, QuébecLisa-Diane FortierDirector of Education Programs Stuart MacInnesDirector of Finance Fiona Marshall WhiteManaging Director of Events J. Kristin McCahonDirector of Publication Production Tom McCartenDirector of Development, Central CanadaDean PelkeyDirector of CommunicationsFraser Institute Board of DirectorsPeter BrownChairman of the Board of Directors Brad BennettVice Chairman of the Board of DirectorsPaul FletcherMark W. MitchellVice Chairman of the Board of DirectorsSalem Ben Nasser Al IsmailyMember of the Board of DirectorsGordon E. ArnellMember of the Board of DirectorsKathy AssayagMember of the Board of DirectorsRyan Beedie Member of the Board of DirectorsEdward BelzbergMember of the Board of DirectorsT. Patrick BoyleMember of the Board of DirectorsJoseph C. CanavanMember of the Board of Directors Alex A. ChafuenMember of the Board of Directors Derwood S. Chase, Jr.Member of the Board of DirectorsPeter CowleyMember of the Board of Directors Tracie CrookMember of the Board of DirectorsJames W. DavidsonMember of the Board of DirectorsJohn DielwartMember of the Board of DirectorsStuart M. ElmanMember of the Board of DirectorsDave FilmonMember of the Board of DirectorsGreg C. FleckMember of the Board of DirectorsShaun FrancisMember of the Board of Directors Ned Goodman Member of the Board of DirectorsJohn A. HaggMember of the Board of DirectorsPaul HillMember of the Board of DirectorsStephen A. HynesMember of the Board of DirectorsCharles A. JeannesMember of the Board of DirectorsC. Kent Jespersen Member of the Board of DirectorsAndrew Judson Member of the Board of DirectorsHassan Khosrowshahi Member of the Board of DirectorsRobert H. LeeMember of the Board of DirectorsBrandt LouieMember of the Board of DirectorsStuart MacInnesMember of the Board of DirectorsDavid R. Mackenzie Member of the Board of DirectorsJames L. McGovern Member of the Board of DirectorsFred McMahonMember of the Board of DirectorsGeorge MelvilleMember of the Board of DirectorsGwyn MorganMember of the Board of DirectorsEleanor NichollsMember of the Board of DirectorsPierre Karl Peladeau Member of the Board of DirectorsRoger Phillips Member of the Board of DirectorsHerbert C. Pinder, Jr. Member of the Board of DirectorsR. Jack PirieMember of the Board of DirectorsKevin ReedMember of the Board of DirectorsH. Sanford RileyMember of the Board of DirectorsGavin SempleMember of the Board of DirectorsRod Senft Member of the Board of DirectorsAnthony W. Sessions Member of the Board of DirectorsWilliam W. SiebensMember of the Board of DirectorsSherry SteinMember of the Board of DirectorsAnna StylianidesMember of the Board of DirectorsArni C. ThorsteinsonMember of the Board of DirectorsNiels VeldhuisMember of the Board of DirectorsMichael A. Walker Member of the Board of DirectorsJonathan WenerMember of the Board of DirectorsOur vision is a free and prosperous world where individuals benefit from greater choice, competitive markets, and personal responsibility._b100f8d0-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e326Our mission is to measure, study, and communicate the impact of competitive markets and government interventions on the welfare of individuals._b100f9fc-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e326FreedomProsperityChoiceCompetitive Markets Personal ResponsibilityMeasurementMeasurement is the foundation for all our work. Careful, accurate, rigorous measurement. “If it matters, measure it” is a slogan you will see around our office. Things that are measured can be talked about. Things that are talked about in the public arena eventually become part of the climate of opinion. That is how measurement can change the climate of opinion.ResearchA rigorous research methodology that lays out clearly how we arrive at specific conclusions. TransparencyThe Fraser Institute promotes transparency in research – in other words, our methodology is open and clearly explained, and others can replicate our conclusions. In addition, the source of our data is always provided.IndependenceSometimes our research recommends public policy solutions that some people feel are controversial. We are a completely independent research organization that develops independent conclusions and recommendations. Beholden to no one, our conclusions and recommendations may be different from reports produced by organizations who receive government funding. We also do not accept any contracts for research... All research is subject to rigorous review by external experts, and is conducted and published separately from the Institute’s Board of Trustees and its donors.KnowledgeWe work to ensure that people become more knowledgeable about the outcomes of various public policies and can then make more informed decisions.Informed Decision MakingOpinionsThe opinions expressed by staff or author(s) are those of the individuals themselves, and should not be interpreted to reflect those of the Institute, its Board of Trustees, or its donors and supporters.Public DiscussionAs a healthy part of public discussion among fellow citizens who desire to improve the lives of people through better public policy, the Institute welcomes evidence-focused scrutiny of the research we publish, including verification of data sources, replication of analytical methods, and intelligent debate about the practical effects of policy recommendations.Evidence-Focused Scrutiny Intelligent DebateStudies & MeasurementMeasure and study the impact of markets and government interventions on the welfare of individuals._b100fb0a-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e3261Rigorous and Meticulous Research -- The Fraser Institute measures and studies the impact of markets and government interventions on the welfare of individuals. In our research, we bring together academics, economists, and policy analysts from around the world. The Institute's list of researchers has grown to include more than 350 authors in 22 countries (six of whom have been awarded Nobel Prizes) and it has published more than 600 books and studies and thousands of articles. We are involved in research on a wide range of topics, such as the quality of education, health care, and the overall tax burden of Canadians._b100fc40-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e326Programs & InitiativesDevelop innovative programs and initiatives._b100fd76-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e3262Innovative Programs & Initiatives -- We have developed a number of innovative programs and initiatives – such as programs for non-profits, educators, and the economic freedom index. One such program is Children First, which provides grants to lower income parents so they can send their children to an independent school of their choice. _b100feb6-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e326Workshops & SeminarsHold workshops and seminars._b1010014-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e3263Students Teachers JournalistsEngaging Workshops and Seminars -- We hold workshops and seminars where students, teachers, and journalists can build their knowledge of how economics works and the issues facing Canadians, and participate in lively and rewarding discussions. _b1010154-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e326EventsHold a wide range of events._b10102a8-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e3264Economists Politicians Policy FiguresDynamic Events -- We hold a wide range of events with the opportunity to hear internationally acclaimed economists, politicians, and influential policy figures, such as Margaret Thatcher, Danish environmentalist Bjørn Lomborg, and Milton Friedman. _b101041a-4c6d-11e2-8135-c0ec52c8e3262012-12-22http://www.fraserinstitute.org/about-us/who-we-are/mission.aspxOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@veizon.net