Rational Canada Project
Building a more prosperous and unified Canada through evidence-based governance
Ottawa Accountability is a project of the Rational Canada Project, a non-partisan initiative dedicated to promoting objective, evidence-based approaches to Canada's greatest challenges.
Our mission is to build a more prosperous and unified Canada by providing citizens with the tools they need to hold their elected officials accountable. We believe that informed voters make better decisions, and better decisions lead to better outcomes for all Canadians.
Our Mission
The Rational Canada Project exists to:
- Promote evidence-based decision-making in Canadian governance
- Provide transparent, non-partisan analysis of political promises and outcomes
- Empower citizens with accurate information to make informed voting decisions
- Foster accountability at all levels of government
- Build bridges across political divides through objective analysis
Our Core Values
Evidence-Based
Every claim is backed by verifiable sources including official documents, news reports, and public records.
Non-Partisan
We apply the same rigorous standards to all officials regardless of political affiliation or party.
Fully Transparent
Our methodology is public, and every assessment can be independently verified by anyone.
Ottawa Accountability
Ottawa Accountability is our flagship project, demonstrating how evidence-based tracking can improve local governance. By holding Ottawa's mayor and city councillors accountable for their campaign promises, we:
- Provide citizens with clear, accessible information about promise fulfillment
- Enable voters to make informed decisions in future elections
- Encourage elected officials to follow through on their commitments
- Foster greater transparency in municipal governance
Our Methodology
Ottawa Accountability uses a rigorous triangulation methodology combining web-based research, consultations with elected officials, and citizen panel feedback. This multi-source approach ensures accurate and fair assessments.
Learn About Our MethodologyGet Involved
The Rational Canada Project is always looking for volunteers, researchers, and supporters who share our commitment to evidence-based governance.
Join a Citizen Panel
Help assess promise fulfillment in your riding by joining a citizen panel. Your local perspective is invaluable to our assessment process.
Contribute Research
If you have expertise in policy analysis, research, or data collection, we'd love to hear from you.
Spread the Word
Share Ottawa Accountability with your friends, family, and neighbors. The more informed voters we have, the stronger our democracy becomes.
Learn More
Visit the Rational Canada Project website to learn more about our broader mission and other initiatives.
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