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What is the unique element of public policy?
What is the unique element of public policy?
What are the two forms that public policy can take?
What are the two forms that public policy can take?
What is the purpose of a public policy statement?
What is the purpose of a public policy statement?
To define one or more problems affecting a population or one or more groups within it
What is the purpose of a public policy strategic action?
What is the purpose of a public policy strategic action?
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Give an example of a public authority in the Canadian context.
Give an example of a public authority in the Canadian context.
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Public policies only apply to individuals, not groups.
Public policies only apply to individuals, not groups.
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Private policies are similar to public policies in terms of decision-making authority.
Private policies are similar to public policies in terms of decision-making authority.
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Public Policy
Public Policy
Authoritative decisions made by public authorities, like governments, to address societal issues.
Public Authorities
Public Authorities
Municipal, provincial, or federal governments in Canada, acting on public issues.
Public Policy Statement
Public Policy Statement
A declaration of problems affecting a population or groups.
Strategic Action
Strategic Action
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Canadian Context
Canadian Context
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Decision-Making Level
Decision-Making Level
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Government Actions
Government Actions
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Statement vs Action
Statement vs Action
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Problem Identification
Problem Identification
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Policy Impact
Policy Impact
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Study Notes
Public Policy
- Public policy differs from other types of policies (organizational, practice, private) due to its decision-making level.
- Public policies are authoritative decisions made by public authorities.
- In Canada, public authorities include municipal, provincial, and federal governments.
- Public policy can be expressed as a statement or a strategic action.
- A public policy statement identifies problems impacting a population or specific groups within it.
- Public policy can involve strategic actions by public authorities to address situations or events affecting the population.
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamental aspects of public policy and its unique characteristics compared to other types of policies. It covers the role of public authorities in Canada and the importance of strategic actions and statements in addressing societal issues. Test your understanding of how public policies are developed and implemented.
