Topic: How can simple behavioural nudges improve participation in social programs and shape better policy outcomes? Professor Rob Oxoby (Economics) explores insights from behavioural and experimental economics through his work with the Calgary Community Court, highlighting how small interventions can meaningfully impact engagement, completion rates, and long-term outcomes. Date & Time:  December 1, 2025, 5–6 PM Location:  Hunter Student Commons (HNSC 124A) Click here to regis

Topic: Why Canada’s productivity growth is low and how misallocation contributes to it Speakers: Dr. Trevor Tombe & Dr. Sonja (Yu) Chen, University of Calgary Format: 30-minute lecture 15-minute discussion 15-minute Q&A Key Themes: How misallocation affects productivity growth How capital and labour are distributed across firms/sectors Policy and institutional barriers to efficient resource allocation Lessons for improving efficiency and long-run prosperity Date & Time: No

Thursday, November 20 th , 2025 | Bank and Baron P.U.B.   125 8 Ave SW| 6-8 PM Click here to register: https://luma.com/1fkrywsr?tk=K9tcSw Dress Code: Business Formal Itinerary • 6:00 PM — Check-In • 6:15 PM — 30-minute Panel Discussion + Q&A • 7:00–8:00 PM — Open Networking + Appetizers