Development Finance & Policy Reports Engaging Canadian Civil Society in the Implementation of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy A summary of the public consultation on Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy. Key insights, recommendations and next steps are discussed. / Resource Centre / Development Finance & Policy / Engaging Canadian Civil Society in the Implementation of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy This report summarizes a public consultation, organized by Cooperation Canada in collaboration with Global Affairs Canada (GAC), regarding the implementation of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy (IPS). The consultation, held on January 15, 2024, gathered approximately 225 participants from various sectors to discuss how Canadian civil society organizations can contribute to the strategy’s objectives. The report details key insights, recommendations, and next steps identified during the consultation, including the need for policy coherence, protection of human rights, and support for civil society involvement.