Explore The Ideas of Freedom
Hear from leading scholars and experts on the economics, philosophy, and politics of a free society and engage with others in a non-partisan environment.
The Institute for Liberal Studies welcomes students, professors, and the public to events across Canada that explore the economic, philosophical, and political cornerstones of a free society, and the classical liberal tradition.
Explore ideas and engage with other students
Hear from leading scholars and experts on the underpinning principles of a free society and the classical liberal tradition, and explore these insights with other students through lectures, seminars, discussions, and debate in a non-partisan environment.
Also, explore fellowship and bursary opportunities.
Bring the ideas of freedom to your own students, campus, and work
Leverage one of our key grants to help organize guest lectures, reading groups, and other educational opportunities for students at your university campus in Canada.
And, attend any of our lectures.
Learn about the classical liberal tradition
Attend an online lecture, virtual reading group, or another ILS event to explore the principles of a free society and the classical liberal tradition—whether you’re a student or not.
Find and attend an upcoming lecture
We welcome you to browse our upcoming lectures below and attend one that interests you.
Looking forward to seeing you—virtually, or in-person!
(King's College London)
Online Lecture
Feb 5, 2026 | 12PM Eastern Time
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(World Anti-Extremism Network)
University of Ottawa, FSS 4004
March 10, 2026 | 12:30PM
(New York Law School)
University of Ottawa, Location TBA
March 17, 2026 | 11:30AM
