The Public Affairs Association of Canada hosts its 2023 PAAC Annual Conference on the theme: “Building Consensus and Connections in Public Affairs”. With increasing polarity in the political landscape coupled with rapid change and innovation in public affairs, there has never been a more important time to come together to build consensus and connection to chart a … Read more
The Famous Five Foundation hosts a Pink Tea in honour of the 94th Anniversary of the “Persons Case,” the first significant international statement of equality. This event will take place at the Fairmont Palliser Hotel, 133 9th Ave. SW. Details online.
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Francis Drouin (Glengarry–Prescott–Russell, Ont.) will announce investments in the beef and cattle industry that will contribute to the economy and sustainably advance Canada’s beef and forage production while reducing its environmental footprint. This event will be held at the Calgary Stampede Park, Nutrien Western Event Centre, 11800 Stampede Trail … Read more
Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino (Eglinton-Lawrence, Ont.), joined by Liberal MP George Chahal (Calgary Skyview, Alta.), will make an announcement to prevent gun crime and gang violence. This event will be held at the Genesis Centre, 7555 Falconbridge Blvd., NE #10. Contact Alexander.Cohen@ps-sp.gc.ca.
Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem will deliver an Economic Progress Report, discussing the bank’s recent interest rate decision and Canada’s economic outlook, hosted by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. This event will take place at the Hyatt Regency Calgary, 700 Centre St. S. Details online.
Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada Dan Vandal (Saint Boniface-Saint Vital, Man.) will announce federal investments for Alberta’s aerospace sector and the creation of a new hub to enhance the competitiveness of Alberta aerospace firms. This event will take place at the University of Calgary Schulich School of Engineering, CNRL Building, 622 Collegiate Place NW. Call 587-337-3141.
A by-election will be held in the electoral district of Calgary Heritage, Alta.
Politicians from all political stripes will likely be attending the 2023 Calgary Stampede from July 7-16. On July 7, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen, who will be the first Canadian to fly around the Moon as part of the Artemis II mission, will lead the 2023 Calgary Stampede Parade. Details online.
International Development Minister and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada Harjit S. Sajjan (Vancouver South, B.C.) will highlight federal budget investments at Acora Dental, 2003 14th St. N.W., Unit 208. Contact Haley.Hodgson@international.gc.ca.
Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.) will take part in an infrastructure announcement. This event will take place at Calgary Power Reception Hall, 800 Macleod Trail SE. Call 343-574-8116.
