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Freedom of Expression and the Public's Right to Know

Genuine democracy, advancement of knowledge, individual self-development, and social justice depend on a society in which freedom of expression and the right to know are a reality for everyone. The Centre for Free Expression works to advance these rights through public education, advocacy, law reform, research, advisory services, policy analysis, assistance to courts, and organizational collaborations.

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The Centre for Free Expression Podcast

Democracy is an ongoing public discussion about what is legitimate in our society—and what is not. That conversation doesn’t belong to any one group, and it cannot be settled once and for all. Democracy prospers when everyone has the right and opportunity to be informed and to participate in public discourse.
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Alberta Public Libraries Toolkit

Alberta public libraries are facing a direct challenge to three of their most fundamental values – intellectual freedom, inclusiveness, and serving the needs of everyone in their communities. CFE has prepared a Toolkit of information and resources to help Alberta’s public libraries deal effectively with the province’s demand to impose censorship. Additional information and resources for libraries will be added to the Toolkit on a regular basis.
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