(Fredericton) The Promise of Public Education Series

Schedule

Wed Apr 22 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-03:00

Location

Wu Conference Centre, Chancellor's Room | Fredericton, NB

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Presented in partnership with the McKenna Institute, join us for the Fredericton edition of this national event series
About this Event

People for Education is a national charitable nonprofit focused on research, policy, and public engagement related to the value of public education in strengthening Canada’s resilience and prosperity.

Presented in partnership with the McKenna Institute, we invite you to join us for the Fredericton edition of our cross-country event series, The Promise of Public Education, which brings togetgher those across sectors, including education, academia, business, community, policy, and labour.

This event will explore the role of public schools in digital literacy and learning, AI adoption, and the new economy.

People for Education's co-Executive Director, Paris Semansky, will moderate a panel discussion with the following experts:

  • Howie Bender, Head of Growth and Partnerships, Rubicon Publishing
  • Abby David, Strategic Program Director, McKenna Institute
  • Dimitri Pavlounis, Director of Research, CIVIX
  • Sarah Rankin, Lead, NB Centre of Excellence, Digital Innovation
  • Heidi Ryder, President, New Brunswick Teachers' Association

The panel will be followed by a networking reception where light refreshments will be served.

Tickets are free, but space is limited so register now!

Thank you to our supporting sponsors Rubicon Publishing and Magnet.

Please Note: Photography and videography will take place at this event, and participants may appear in photos and videos.


Agenda

🕑: 05:00 PM
Doors open
🕑: 05:30 PM
Event begins

Info: Opening welcome remarks from Ryan Donaghy, Deputy Minister, Department of Education and Early Childhood Development


🕑: 05:45 PM
Panel discsusion

Info: Panelists will explore challenges and opportunities related to the role of public schools in AI adoption, digital literacy, and new economy.


🕑: 06:30 PM
Networking reception

Info: Join attendees and panelists for a networking reception, including light refreshments.


🕑: 07:30 PM
Event wraps
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Where is it happening?

Wu Conference Centre, Chancellor's Room, 6 Duffie Drive, Fredericton, Canada

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