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Conclusion

From: Scandinavian Common Sense

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The conclusion reiterates key findings and ideas from this study. It concludes that the social policies of the Nordic countries are worth exploring as they serve as inspiring examples for Quebec and for other Western societies. Knowing about alternative and successful ways of doing things, and about the principles on which they are designed and implemented, is unquestionably an asset in the quest for a just and healthy society.

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Marie-France Raynault

Marie-France Raynault (MD, MSc Epidemiology, FRCP(c), FCAHS) is a medical doctor specialized in public health. She heads the Département de médecine préventive et santé publique at the Centre hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal. She also heads the Lea Roback Research Centre, which she co-founded. Throughout her career, her main interest has been the health of the poor.

Dominique Côté

Dominique Côté (MA Sociology) is a researcher in health and social services. Her Master’s thesis on the family and work-life balancing policies of the Nordic countries. She is a research officer at the Lea Roback Research Centre.

Sébastien Chartrand

Sébastien Chartrand (PhD Sociology) studied community organizations in Sweden at Stockholm University. He also worked as a research officer for the Lea Roback Research Center. Now he teaches in Germany.