About Us

The Institute of Public Administration of Canada (IPAC), founded in 1947, is a dynamic association of public servants, academics, and others interested in public administration. Anchored by our regional groups, we’re a membership-based organization that creates knowledge networks and leads public administration research in Canada. Since the early 1990s, IPAC has been a major player in exporting successful Canadian public sector expertise around the world.

IPAC's mission is to be dedicated to excellence in public service.
The Institute pursues its mission by:

• Encouraging the highest standards of professional practice and service to the public,
• Enhancing the understanding of the public sector,
• Advocating the highest values and ideals of public service,
• Expanding and exchanging knowledge about public administration,
• Contributing to the resolution of key issues in public administration,
• Promoting the education and professional development of public administrators.