Institute of Intergovernmental Relations
The Institute of Intergovernmental Relations (IIGR) at ³ÉÈË´óƬ is Canada's premier university-based centre for research on all aspects of Canadian and comparative federalism and intergovernmental relations.
Housed in the School of Policy Studies, but interdisciplinary in orientation, the IIGR boasts a number of faculty associates across departments at Queen's, letting it draw on the latest developments in political science, economics, philosophy, law, and sociology.
The IIGR maintains an active research and publications program. Over the years, it has been a leader in contributing to public debate on issues such as national unity, Canada-Quebec relations, fiscal federalism, constitutional reform, and the social union. Current research interests of the Institute’s associates include federalism and public health, fiscal federalism and public debt, Indigenous politics, as well as the effects of federalism on elections and political behaviour. The Institute's research has involved scholars and practitioners from across Canada and overseas.
At a hands-on level, the IIGR provides a neutral venue where federal and provincial officials, key decision-makers, and scholars can meet and discuss the issues and challenges confronting the country.