From our esteemed former Governor General–and author of the bestsellers The Idea of Canada and Ingenious–a very timely guide for restoring personal, community, and national trust.

Trust is a much-needed manual for the fix and restoration of the social quality on which almost all democracies rely. One of Canada’s most revered governors general, David Johnston mines his extended life and assorted career to give Canadians twenty methods to make themselves, their establishments, and their nation more deserving about Trust: Twenty Methods to Build a Better Nation of trust.

Many of these habits, attitudes, and strategies stem from his encounters offering as the consultant of the top of condition in Canada for seven years. Some methods are individual–listen initial, never manipulate, become consistent in public areas and personal. Some are geared toward leaders in any way levels and of most stripes–be barn-raisers, show everyone your plans, rely on those around you. And some are societal–apologize, cherish teachers, ask others to dance.

As such, not only every Canadian, but also everyone who cares about their democratic way of life is wise to heed David Johnston’s polite yet pressing call. You may become more worth trust. You can place and encourage this vital quality in others. You will be an instrumental pressure in restoring trust in your community and country–making them better for yourself and your fellow people, and the world better for any.