Freedom Week 2026 Applications Are Now Open!

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.

For professors

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.

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For all

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.

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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!

Canada vs. US Health Care
More Similar Than You Think
Jeffrey A. Singer
(Cato Institute)

March 27, 2026 | 12:00PM ET
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Freedom of Expression


Nadine Strossen
(New York Law School)

University of Ottawa
Fauteux Hall, Room 147
April 7, 2026 | 11:30AM
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Introduce yourself to the economic, philosophical, and political principles of a free society

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