Joshua Hjartarson
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- School: University of Toronto
- Campus: St. George Campus
- Department: Political Science
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Toronto, ON - Dates at University of Toronto: August 2008 - May 2012
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Political Leanings:
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Biography
University of Toronto St. George Campus - Political Science
Partner and National Public Sector Lead, Management Consulting at KPMG Canada
Public Policy
Josh
Hjartarson
Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada
I am the Canadian Public Sector Lead in KPMG's Management Consulting Practice. My current work builds on 5 years as a government relations and advocacy leader, 10 years as an academic researching and teaching the future of government, 5 years as a public servant, and a lifelong passion for research on wicked policy questions.
I firmly believe in the value of government. I also believe that enhancing the efficacy of the public sector spend is both a moral and economic development imperative. In this spirit, my professional and academic interests converge on government renewal, government-business collaboration, reform of the social safety net, and innovation in public policy and service delivery.
I have helped numerous government and private sector clients design and implement client-centered service delivery models, renew key components of the welfare state, form renewed and mutually beneficial partnerships with the private and non-profit sectors, and enhance their policy and decision making capabilities.
When not contemplating the future of government, I help coach two little league baseball teams, read vociferously, and travel as much as I can. All views expressed on LinkedIn are my own.
Experience
Institute of Public Administration of Canada
Senior Fellow, Commissioning and Service Delivery Modernization
- Designed and delivered executive education for 200+ public servants on contestability, contracting and commissioning
Mowat Centre
Senior Fellow
Joshua worked at Mowat Centre as a Senior Fellow
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Member Board Of Directors
Proud to serve on the Board of this 100+ year old organization that represents over 60,000 businesses large and small. I am on the Audit Committee and currently chair the Advisory Council for the Ontario Economic Summit, the premiere gathering of government and business to imagine the future of the provincial economy.
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Vice President, Policy and Government Relations
The business community's representative and advocate to government, representing 60,000 members (including some of Canada's largest, most prominent corporations). In this role, I:
- Developed and led principled advocacy campaigns focused on improving the business climate and quality of life
- Directed our communications
- Was the principle liaison to government Ministers, officials and the mediaSchool of Public Policy and Governance, University of Toronto
Adjunct Professor
Instructor in the Masters of Public Policy programme, teaching:
- Achieving Change from Outside Government (government relations and advocacy)
- Intergovernmental negotiations
- Public policy and governance (foundation course)KPMG Canada
Vice President, Public Sector
Joshua worked at KPMG Canada as a Vice President, Public Sector
KPMG Canada
Partner, Canadian Lead for Public Sector Management Consulting
Signature projects include:
- Digital strategy to improve the citizen access to/experience with the social safety net
- Redesign of income and employment supports for vulnerable, low income populations
- Economic development strategy for the gig economy
- Citizen-centred delivery model design for government services
- Evidence-based decision making frameworks and tool kits
- Public-private partnership design and execution
Education
University of Toronto
Ph.D.
Political Science
Dissertation focused on enhancing government's autonomy and authority to regulate financial services in a context of globalizationUniversity of Toronto
MA
Political Science
Publications
Emerging Stronger 2013
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
ONTARIO HAS ALL THE ASSETS TO SECURE ITS POSITION AS THE WORLD’S BEST PLACE TO DO BUSINESS, INVEST, WORK, AND LIVE. But right now our economy is struggling. Our finances are faltering. Unemployment is high. Our challenges are well known. Government has consulted. Experts have weighed in. Everyone agrees it is time to get down to business. So, where do we go from here? We’ve done the research. We’ve heard the experts. We’ve criss-crossed the province talking to Ontarians. Thousands of businesses have presented real ideas on how we can work together. We have a plan called Emerging Stronger.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Caution: Work Ahead, A Report to the Ontario College of Trades
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Since its inception, the Ontario College of Trades (the College) has faced harsh criticism from many industry professionals who are concerned about the fees and compulsory membership structure. There are also concerns that the College’s regulatory functions are negatively impacting small- and medium-sized enterprises. This report highlights several serious issues facing the College, which collectively have contributed to its “legitimacy problem.”
Beneath the Surface: Uncovering the Economic Potential of Ontario's Ring of Fire
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
This paper presents an analysis of the economic potential of Ontario’s Ring of Fire, the mineral resource-rich area of approximately 5,120 km2 located in the James Bay Lowlands region of Northern Ontario. Our analysis shows that the Ring of Fire is an unparalleled opportunity for the province to diversify its economy and solidify its place as a global leader in mining and mining technology.
Think Fast: Ontario Employer Perspectives on Immigration Reform and the Expression of Interest System
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Canada’s immigration system is changing dramatically. In early 2015, the federal government will introduce a new application management system for selecting and processing economic immigrants: the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The goal of the EOI system is to make immigration more responsive to the needs of the country’s labour market and to attract the best and brightest from across the globe. This system represents a huge opportunity for the province and its employers, but only if it is designed properly. In order to be successful, the system must meet two key criteria: it must reflect the needs of employers, large and small, and accommodate Ontario’s complex labour market realities. This report makes 13 recommendations to the federal government as it finalizes the design of the EOI system. The recommendations are a product of extensive consultation with employers throughout the province.
Emerging Stronger 2013
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
ONTARIO HAS ALL THE ASSETS TO SECURE ITS POSITION AS THE WORLD’S BEST PLACE TO DO BUSINESS, INVEST, WORK, AND LIVE. But right now our economy is struggling. Our finances are faltering. Unemployment is high. Our challenges are well known. Government has consulted. Experts have weighed in. Everyone agrees it is time to get down to business. So, where do we go from here? We’ve done the research. We’ve heard the experts. We’ve criss-crossed the province talking to Ontarians. Thousands of businesses have presented real ideas on how we can work together. We have a plan called Emerging Stronger.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Caution: Work Ahead, A Report to the Ontario College of Trades
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Since its inception, the Ontario College of Trades (the College) has faced harsh criticism from many industry professionals who are concerned about the fees and compulsory membership structure. There are also concerns that the College’s regulatory functions are negatively impacting small- and medium-sized enterprises. This report highlights several serious issues facing the College, which collectively have contributed to its “legitimacy problem.”
Beneath the Surface: Uncovering the Economic Potential of Ontario's Ring of Fire
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
This paper presents an analysis of the economic potential of Ontario’s Ring of Fire, the mineral resource-rich area of approximately 5,120 km2 located in the James Bay Lowlands region of Northern Ontario. Our analysis shows that the Ring of Fire is an unparalleled opportunity for the province to diversify its economy and solidify its place as a global leader in mining and mining technology.
Think Fast: Ontario Employer Perspectives on Immigration Reform and the Expression of Interest System
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Canada’s immigration system is changing dramatically. In early 2015, the federal government will introduce a new application management system for selecting and processing economic immigrants: the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The goal of the EOI system is to make immigration more responsive to the needs of the country’s labour market and to attract the best and brightest from across the globe. This system represents a huge opportunity for the province and its employers, but only if it is designed properly. In order to be successful, the system must meet two key criteria: it must reflect the needs of employers, large and small, and accommodate Ontario’s complex labour market realities. This report makes 13 recommendations to the federal government as it finalizes the design of the EOI system. The recommendations are a product of extensive consultation with employers throughout the province.
Emerging Stronger 2013
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
ONTARIO HAS ALL THE ASSETS TO SECURE ITS POSITION AS THE WORLD’S BEST PLACE TO DO BUSINESS, INVEST, WORK, AND LIVE. But right now our economy is struggling. Our finances are faltering. Unemployment is high. Our challenges are well known. Government has consulted. Experts have weighed in. Everyone agrees it is time to get down to business. So, where do we go from here? We’ve done the research. We’ve heard the experts. We’ve criss-crossed the province talking to Ontarians. Thousands of businesses have presented real ideas on how we can work together. We have a plan called Emerging Stronger.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Caution: Work Ahead, A Report to the Ontario College of Trades
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Since its inception, the Ontario College of Trades (the College) has faced harsh criticism from many industry professionals who are concerned about the fees and compulsory membership structure. There are also concerns that the College’s regulatory functions are negatively impacting small- and medium-sized enterprises. This report highlights several serious issues facing the College, which collectively have contributed to its “legitimacy problem.”
Beneath the Surface: Uncovering the Economic Potential of Ontario's Ring of Fire
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
This paper presents an analysis of the economic potential of Ontario’s Ring of Fire, the mineral resource-rich area of approximately 5,120 km2 located in the James Bay Lowlands region of Northern Ontario. Our analysis shows that the Ring of Fire is an unparalleled opportunity for the province to diversify its economy and solidify its place as a global leader in mining and mining technology.
Think Fast: Ontario Employer Perspectives on Immigration Reform and the Expression of Interest System
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Canada’s immigration system is changing dramatically. In early 2015, the federal government will introduce a new application management system for selecting and processing economic immigrants: the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The goal of the EOI system is to make immigration more responsive to the needs of the country’s labour market and to attract the best and brightest from across the globe. This system represents a huge opportunity for the province and its employers, but only if it is designed properly. In order to be successful, the system must meet two key criteria: it must reflect the needs of employers, large and small, and accommodate Ontario’s complex labour market realities. This report makes 13 recommendations to the federal government as it finalizes the design of the EOI system. The recommendations are a product of extensive consultation with employers throughout the province.
Emerging Stronger 2013
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
ONTARIO HAS ALL THE ASSETS TO SECURE ITS POSITION AS THE WORLD’S BEST PLACE TO DO BUSINESS, INVEST, WORK, AND LIVE. But right now our economy is struggling. Our finances are faltering. Unemployment is high. Our challenges are well known. Government has consulted. Experts have weighed in. Everyone agrees it is time to get down to business. So, where do we go from here? We’ve done the research. We’ve heard the experts. We’ve criss-crossed the province talking to Ontarians. Thousands of businesses have presented real ideas on how we can work together. We have a plan called Emerging Stronger.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Caution: Work Ahead, A Report to the Ontario College of Trades
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Since its inception, the Ontario College of Trades (the College) has faced harsh criticism from many industry professionals who are concerned about the fees and compulsory membership structure. There are also concerns that the College’s regulatory functions are negatively impacting small- and medium-sized enterprises. This report highlights several serious issues facing the College, which collectively have contributed to its “legitimacy problem.”
Beneath the Surface: Uncovering the Economic Potential of Ontario's Ring of Fire
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
This paper presents an analysis of the economic potential of Ontario’s Ring of Fire, the mineral resource-rich area of approximately 5,120 km2 located in the James Bay Lowlands region of Northern Ontario. Our analysis shows that the Ring of Fire is an unparalleled opportunity for the province to diversify its economy and solidify its place as a global leader in mining and mining technology.
Think Fast: Ontario Employer Perspectives on Immigration Reform and the Expression of Interest System
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Canada’s immigration system is changing dramatically. In early 2015, the federal government will introduce a new application management system for selecting and processing economic immigrants: the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The goal of the EOI system is to make immigration more responsive to the needs of the country’s labour market and to attract the best and brightest from across the globe. This system represents a huge opportunity for the province and its employers, but only if it is designed properly. In order to be successful, the system must meet two key criteria: it must reflect the needs of employers, large and small, and accommodate Ontario’s complex labour market realities. This report makes 13 recommendations to the federal government as it finalizes the design of the EOI system. The recommendations are a product of extensive consultation with employers throughout the province.
Emerging Stronger 2013
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
ONTARIO HAS ALL THE ASSETS TO SECURE ITS POSITION AS THE WORLD’S BEST PLACE TO DO BUSINESS, INVEST, WORK, AND LIVE. But right now our economy is struggling. Our finances are faltering. Unemployment is high. Our challenges are well known. Government has consulted. Experts have weighed in. Everyone agrees it is time to get down to business. So, where do we go from here? We’ve done the research. We’ve heard the experts. We’ve criss-crossed the province talking to Ontarians. Thousands of businesses have presented real ideas on how we can work together. We have a plan called Emerging Stronger.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Caution: Work Ahead, A Report to the Ontario College of Trades
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Since its inception, the Ontario College of Trades (the College) has faced harsh criticism from many industry professionals who are concerned about the fees and compulsory membership structure. There are also concerns that the College’s regulatory functions are negatively impacting small- and medium-sized enterprises. This report highlights several serious issues facing the College, which collectively have contributed to its “legitimacy problem.”
Beneath the Surface: Uncovering the Economic Potential of Ontario's Ring of Fire
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
This paper presents an analysis of the economic potential of Ontario’s Ring of Fire, the mineral resource-rich area of approximately 5,120 km2 located in the James Bay Lowlands region of Northern Ontario. Our analysis shows that the Ring of Fire is an unparalleled opportunity for the province to diversify its economy and solidify its place as a global leader in mining and mining technology.
Think Fast: Ontario Employer Perspectives on Immigration Reform and the Expression of Interest System
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Canada’s immigration system is changing dramatically. In early 2015, the federal government will introduce a new application management system for selecting and processing economic immigrants: the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The goal of the EOI system is to make immigration more responsive to the needs of the country’s labour market and to attract the best and brightest from across the globe. This system represents a huge opportunity for the province and its employers, but only if it is designed properly. In order to be successful, the system must meet two key criteria: it must reflect the needs of employers, large and small, and accommodate Ontario’s complex labour market realities. This report makes 13 recommendations to the federal government as it finalizes the design of the EOI system. The recommendations are a product of extensive consultation with employers throughout the province.
Canada: The State of the Federation, 2010: Shifting Power: The New Ontario and What it Means for Canada
Queens University Press
Emerging Stronger 2013
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
ONTARIO HAS ALL THE ASSETS TO SECURE ITS POSITION AS THE WORLD’S BEST PLACE TO DO BUSINESS, INVEST, WORK, AND LIVE. But right now our economy is struggling. Our finances are faltering. Unemployment is high. Our challenges are well known. Government has consulted. Experts have weighed in. Everyone agrees it is time to get down to business. So, where do we go from here? We’ve done the research. We’ve heard the experts. We’ve criss-crossed the province talking to Ontarians. Thousands of businesses have presented real ideas on how we can work together. We have a plan called Emerging Stronger.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Caution: Work Ahead, A Report to the Ontario College of Trades
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Since its inception, the Ontario College of Trades (the College) has faced harsh criticism from many industry professionals who are concerned about the fees and compulsory membership structure. There are also concerns that the College’s regulatory functions are negatively impacting small- and medium-sized enterprises. This report highlights several serious issues facing the College, which collectively have contributed to its “legitimacy problem.”
Beneath the Surface: Uncovering the Economic Potential of Ontario's Ring of Fire
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
This paper presents an analysis of the economic potential of Ontario’s Ring of Fire, the mineral resource-rich area of approximately 5,120 km2 located in the James Bay Lowlands region of Northern Ontario. Our analysis shows that the Ring of Fire is an unparalleled opportunity for the province to diversify its economy and solidify its place as a global leader in mining and mining technology.
Think Fast: Ontario Employer Perspectives on Immigration Reform and the Expression of Interest System
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Canada’s immigration system is changing dramatically. In early 2015, the federal government will introduce a new application management system for selecting and processing economic immigrants: the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The goal of the EOI system is to make immigration more responsive to the needs of the country’s labour market and to attract the best and brightest from across the globe. This system represents a huge opportunity for the province and its employers, but only if it is designed properly. In order to be successful, the system must meet two key criteria: it must reflect the needs of employers, large and small, and accommodate Ontario’s complex labour market realities. This report makes 13 recommendations to the federal government as it finalizes the design of the EOI system. The recommendations are a product of extensive consultation with employers throughout the province.
Canada: The State of the Federation, 2010: Shifting Power: The New Ontario and What it Means for Canada
Queens University Press
Public Sector Problems, Private Sector Solutions
Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Certified General Accountants of Ontario
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Certified General Accountants of Ontario have partnered to produce this report, Public Sector Problems, Private Sector Solutions: Transforming Government in Ontario. This report makes the case that many of the services Ontarians rely on can be delivered better and more affordably by businesses and not-for-profits, including in areas of health care and education. Unlike other models of public sector transformation, alternative service delivery gives governments the flexibility to transfer the responsibility for service delivery to an outside agent, while retaining the ability to set overall policy direction, protect the public interest and maintain quality.
Public Sector Problems, Private Sector Solutions
Toronto Star
Emerging Stronger 2013
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
ONTARIO HAS ALL THE ASSETS TO SECURE ITS POSITION AS THE WORLD’S BEST PLACE TO DO BUSINESS, INVEST, WORK, AND LIVE. But right now our economy is struggling. Our finances are faltering. Unemployment is high. Our challenges are well known. Government has consulted. Experts have weighed in. Everyone agrees it is time to get down to business. So, where do we go from here? We’ve done the research. We’ve heard the experts. We’ve criss-crossed the province talking to Ontarians. Thousands of businesses have presented real ideas on how we can work together. We have a plan called Emerging Stronger.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Unlocking the Public Service Economy in Ontario
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Written in collaboration with KPMG and MAXIMUS Canada, Unlocking the Public Service Economy argues that the Government of Ontario must adopt alternative service delivery (ASD) models in order to sustain the province’s public services.
Caution: Work Ahead, A Report to the Ontario College of Trades
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Since its inception, the Ontario College of Trades (the College) has faced harsh criticism from many industry professionals who are concerned about the fees and compulsory membership structure. There are also concerns that the College’s regulatory functions are negatively impacting small- and medium-sized enterprises. This report highlights several serious issues facing the College, which collectively have contributed to its “legitimacy problem.”
Beneath the Surface: Uncovering the Economic Potential of Ontario's Ring of Fire
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
This paper presents an analysis of the economic potential of Ontario’s Ring of Fire, the mineral resource-rich area of approximately 5,120 km2 located in the James Bay Lowlands region of Northern Ontario. Our analysis shows that the Ring of Fire is an unparalleled opportunity for the province to diversify its economy and solidify its place as a global leader in mining and mining technology.
Think Fast: Ontario Employer Perspectives on Immigration Reform and the Expression of Interest System
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Canada’s immigration system is changing dramatically. In early 2015, the federal government will introduce a new application management system for selecting and processing economic immigrants: the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The goal of the EOI system is to make immigration more responsive to the needs of the country’s labour market and to attract the best and brightest from across the globe. This system represents a huge opportunity for the province and its employers, but only if it is designed properly. In order to be successful, the system must meet two key criteria: it must reflect the needs of employers, large and small, and accommodate Ontario’s complex labour market realities. This report makes 13 recommendations to the federal government as it finalizes the design of the EOI system. The recommendations are a product of extensive consultation with employers throughout the province.
Canada: The State of the Federation, 2010: Shifting Power: The New Ontario and What it Means for Canada
Queens University Press
Public Sector Problems, Private Sector Solutions
Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Certified General Accountants of Ontario
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Certified General Accountants of Ontario have partnered to produce this report, Public Sector Problems, Private Sector Solutions: Transforming Government in Ontario. This report makes the case that many of the services Ontarians rely on can be delivered better and more affordably by businesses and not-for-profits, including in areas of health care and education. Unlike other models of public sector transformation, alternative service delivery gives governments the flexibility to transfer the responsibility for service delivery to an outside agent, while retaining the ability to set overall policy direction, protect the public interest and maintain quality.
Public Sector Problems, Private Sector Solutions
Toronto Star
The Political Economy of Ontario The Politics of Ontario, University of Toronto Press, forthcoming.
in: The Politics of Ontario, University of Toronto Press (forthcoming)
