home This project is about helping Iraq move along the path toward a modern federal system. The Government of Iraq, with the assistance of the IOG, is undertaking a pilot project to devolve policy and program authorities from Baghdad to the provincial capitals as prescribed in the Constitution. Read More Building strength from diversity means creating stronger components to build a stronger nation. Federalism is a system of government in which entities such as states or provinces share power with a national government. This is the argument for dividing powers between national and state governments, and for further dividing state powers among many types of local governments. Read More Working in Iraq and Canada to build capacity for building a federal system in Iraq. Our activities in Canada and Iraq are focused on transforming the state, building capacity and empowering women. Read More