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The Simpson Centre

Building a more sustainable food system through evidence-based policy and practice.

Bridging agricultural science and real-world impact.

Since 2020, The Simpson Centre has been Canada's leading bridge between agricultural research and tangible outcomes. We mobilize cutting-edge science to inform smarter policy, strengthen public understanding of our agri-food system, and advance Canada’s sustainable food future for all—from trade policy and supply chains to climate action and public health.

Explore Our Work.

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Event Reports.

Explore key findings from our gatherings on critical issues facing Canadian agriculture. Our reports synthesize expert perspectives from producers, researchers, and policymakers to inform evidence-based solutions for the sector's most pressing challenges.

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Issue Briefs.

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Controversy Mapping.

Agricultural controversies involve conflicting evidence, competing values, and clashing narratives. Our controversy mapping research tracks these debates, identifying key points of disagreement, and clarifying what is at stake in discussions about food and farming.

Latest Insights

Our most recent publications, news stories and event reports. 

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Can the Financial Sector Support the Transition to Regen Ag?

A "bankability gap" is preventing Canadian farmers from transitioning to regenerative agriculture. Get to know the misalignments between banks, policy, and farmer needs, and understand the solutions to accelerate sustainable farming transitions.

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Debunking Biodigesters

Take a closer look at biodigesters – their benefits, their challenges, and their place in sustainable development.

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