NDP Interim Leader Nycole Turmel (Hull-Aylmer, QC) will attend a large public forum on the Outaouais regional economy. The forum is organized by Radio-Canada. The event takes place at the Grande salle of the Université du Québec en Outaouais, 283, Alexandre-Taché boulevard. Call 613-295-9228.
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture will hold its 2012 Annual Meeting. The theme of the meeting is "Connecting with Markets". In attendance will be farm leaders from across Canada, both federation members and non-members, and other agri-food industry representatives. The meeting will provide an important opportunity for farmers of all commodities and regions to discuss … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) will participate in a citizenship ceremony to celebrate National Flag of Canada Day. The event will take place at the Canadian Museum of Civilization, Grand Hall. Call 819-997-7788.
The Hong Kong-Canada Business Association hosts a 10-course Chinese New Year Banquet, celebrating the year of the dragon. The event takes place at Beethoven/Chopin Room, Hilton Lac-Leamy and Casino. More information is available online.
Public Works Minister Rona Ambrose (Edmonton-Spruce Grove, AB) and Conservative MP Pierre Poilievre (Nepean-Carleton, ON) will make an announcement regarding public infrastructure in Canada and the National Capital Region. Related announcements will also be made simultaneously in: Pembroke, Hamilton and Latchford, ON; and Fort Nelson, BC. The event will take place at the Canadian Museum … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and president and Chief Executive Officer of Canada Post Deepak Chopra will unveil Canada's postal tribute in celebration of the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne. The event will take place at the Canadian Postal Museum, located at the Canadian Museum of Civilization. Call 613-998-7280.
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute presents the third debate in its History Wars debate series. J.J. Granatstein will moderate this debate entitled “Monarchy is a Dangerous Anachronism,” and the speakers are Michael Bliss and John Fraser. The event takes place in the Theatre, Canadian Museum of Civilization, 100 Laurier Street. More information is available online.
Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan (Vancouver Island North, BC), Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Peter Penashue (Labrador, NL), along with Chief Lawrence Paul (Millbrook First Nation), and Chief Candice Paul (St. Mary's First Nation), will make an important announcement. The event will take place at the Canadian Museum of Civilization, 100 Laurier Street. Call … Read more
Coca-Cola Canada is hosting a roundtable and reception with senior leaders from the private sector, government and NGO community to discuss sustainable partnerships. A sneak preview of the IMAX film To the Arctic will be screened. Panelists include president and CEO of World Wildlife Fund-Canada Gerald Butts, and president and CEO of ParticpACTION Kelly Murumets. … Read more
Canadian space Agency astronaut David Saint-Jacques will meet with many students from Gatineau-Buckingham. During his presentations, he will talk about how to become an astronaut and his participation in the NEEMO 15 mission. The event will take place at Ecole Saint-Laurent, 402 rue Belanger. Call 450-926-4370.
