Public Participation Resources

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IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation

Whether you're just starting out or are an experienced public participation practitioner, we've designed the certificate program to target the learning for each level. If you're not sure where to start your learning journey for the IAP2 Canada (International Association for Public Participation) Certificate in public participation, take a look at the pathways to the right

Public Participation Spectrum from IAP2

IAP2 Public Participation Spectrum

IAP2's Spectrum of Public Participation was designed to assist with the selection of the level of participation that defines the public's role in any public participation process. The Spectrum is used internationally, and it is found in many public participation plans.

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IAP2 Core Values of Public Participation

The core values identify the aspects of public participation, which cross national, cultural, and religious boundaries. The purpose of these core values is to help make better decisions which reflect the interests and concerns of potentially affected people and entities.

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IAP2 Code of Ethics

This Code of Ethics is a set of principles, which guides us in our practice of enhancing the integrity of the public participation process. As practitioners, we hold ourselves accountable for these principles and strive to hold all participants to the same standards.