Thinking Government: Public Administration and Politics in Canada (5th Edition) – eBook

Description

Thinking Government, Fifth Canadian Edition (PDF) delves into the integral roles and responsibilities of the Canadian federal government and its public service, shedding light on the ongoing policy and program debates that shape these responsibilities. The latest fifth edition is meticulously crafted to equip students with a foundational understanding of critical issues that influence federal policies and programs. Topics covered include socio-economic policy alternatives, the dynamics of French-English relations, regionalism and its associated policies, Canadian-American interactions, immigration strategies, environmental sustainability, and Indigenous relations.

This edition of Thinking Government: Public Administration and Politics in Canada 5E offers a thorough exploration of how prime ministers and cabinet ministers collaborate, while also addressing pertinent challenges in federal governance, financial administration, human resources management, ethics, accountability, and leadership paradigms. The new edition is both insightful and reflective of the evolving political landscape, incorporating analysis from the 2021 federal election and the implications of the Trudeau minority government, along with the federal response to the COVID-19 health crisis.

Thinking Government, Fifth Edition empowers its readers to become informed citizens and discerning critics of governmental effectiveness, helping them understand what the government excels at, where it can improve, and the reasons behind occasional shortcomings in policy and program implementation.

Endorsements

“Beginning with contemporary challenges in governance and enriched by new case studies addressing policy, management, and ethical concerns, the latest release of Thinking Government serves as an excellent and accessible introduction to the landscape of public administration in Canada.” — Evert Lindquist, Professor of Public Administration, University of Victoria

“Thinking Government 5E fulfills its promise to equip Canadian citizens with the knowledge to critically assess their government’s actions. This transparent and insightful analysis unravels the complexities surrounding Canadian governance, uncovering how our institutions can effectively serve their constituents.” — Kathy L. Brock, Professor and Senior Fellow, Queen’s University

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