Ambassador McNaughton to speak in Calgary

The C.D. Howe Institute hosts a luncheon presentation with Canada’s ambassador to the United States, David McNaughton. This event will take place at McCarthy Tétrault Offices, 421-7th Ave. Details online.

Cross-Canada Official Languages Consultations 2016

Heritage and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly (Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Que.), Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.) and Veterans Affairs Minister Kent Hehr (Calgary Centre, Alta.) will lead a round table as part of the Cross-Canada Official Languages Consultations. A media availability will follow at 11 a.m. This event will take place at … Read more

Minister Hehr to make an announcement

On behalf of Science Minister Kirsty Duncan (Etobicoke North, Ont.), Veterans Affairs Minister Kent Hehr (Calgary Centre, Alta.) will make an announcement benefitting research at the University of Calgary. This event will take place at Energy Environment Experiential Learning Building (main floor lobby), University of Calgary, 750 Campus Dr. NW. Call 343-291-2600.

Minister Hehr to make an announcement

On behalf of Families, Children and Social Development Minister Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec, Que.), Veterans Affairs Minister Kent Hehr (Calgary Centre, Alta.) along with Lori Sigurdson, Alberta Minister of Seniors and Housing, will participate in a social housing services announcement. This event will take place at McDougall Centre, Media Room, 455 6 St. SW. Call 403-515-2963.

Languages Commissioner Fraser to speak at conference

As part of the Multidisciplinary Approaches in Language Policy and Planning Conference 2016, Commissioner of Official Languages Graham Fraser will speak on “A work of art that is never finished: Language policy, social cohesion and a culture of inclusion.” He will also present the results from a recent Nielson survey commissioned by the Office. This event will take place at … Read more

Infrastructure announcement

Members of the media are invited to attend an  infrastructure announcement with Veterans Affairs Minister Kent Hehr (Calgary Centre, Alta.), Kathleen Ganley, Alberta Minister of Justice and Solicitor General, and Richard Pootmans, Deputy Mayor of Calgary. The event will be held at McDougall Centre, 455 6 St. SW. Call 613-219-0149.​

Minister McCallum to take part in roundtable discussion

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Minister John McCallum (Markham-Thornhill, Ont.) will take part in a roundtable discussion on immigration with local stakeholders. This roundtable discussion is part of a national conversation on immigration. A media availability will follow. This event will take place at the Harry Hays Building, 1st Floor, Carstairs Room, 220 4th Ave. SE. … Read more

Minister Carr to speak at Calgary Chamber of Commerce

The Calgary Chamber of Commerce and the Pearson Centre host a presentation featuring Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr (Winnipeg South Centre, Man.) on “Energy policy and the economy for tomorrow.” Following Carr’s presentation, former Alberta Minister Iris Evans will moderate a panel of policy and industry experts weighing in on the current challenges facing the energy industry. … Read more

Jason Kenney to speak at Economic Club of Canada

The Economic Club of Canada hosts a luncheon presentation on “Unite Alberta for 2019: Restoring the Alberta Advantage” featuring Conservative MP Jason Kenney (Calgary-Midnapore, Alta.) who is vying for the leadership of the provincial Alberta Progressive Conservative party. This event will take place at The Westin Calgary, 320 4th Ave. S.W. Register online.

Minister Hehr to present awards

Veterans Affairs Minister Kent Hehr (Calgary Centre, Alta.) will present the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to nine recipients from Alberta for their contributions to remembrance and to the service and care of Canadian Veterans. This event will take place at Rundlestone Ballroom A, Wyndham Garden Calgary Airport, 11 Freeport Cres. NE. Call 613-996-4649.