The Caledon Institute of Social Policy

In 1992, Maytree co-founded the Caledon Institute of Social Policy with Ken Battle. Maytree’s support of the Caledon Institute is a reflection of the foundation’s belief that public policy is the most powerful tool for addressing social inequity.

About Caledon:

The Caledon Institute of Social Policy develops public policy alternatives that play a role in fostering a healthy, cohesive Canada. With its capacity to write about complex issues in clear and accessible language, Caledon has been instrumental in stimulating public interest in the understanding of social policy. The Caledon Institute conducts rigorous, high-quality research and analysis. The Institute develops and promotes concrete, practical proposals for the reform of social programs at all levels of government. Caledon has played an influential role in the reform of public pensions and the creation of the National Child Tax Benefit. Underlying Caledon’s work is the quest for sustainable social policy. Caledon emphasizes the vital links between social and economic policy, and its proposals are based on what can be realistically achieved. Alan Broadbent is Caledon Chairman, Ken Battle is President, and Sherri Torjman is Vice-president.

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