On behalf of Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz (Battlefords-Lloydminster, SK), Conservative MP Ron Cannan (Kelowna-Lake Country, BC) wil announce an investment in agriculture research. The event will be held at the University of British Columbia, 3rd Floor, Charles E. Fipke Centre for Innovative Research, 3333 University Way. Call 613-773-7972.
As part of his tour in the leadership race, NDP leadership candidate Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, QC) will return to British Columbia. During his visit, Mulcair will meet with a large number of New Democrats. Mulcair will attend a meet and greet with members at the Makong Restaurant, 1030 Havey Avenue. Call 514-444-7142.
On behalf of Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz (Battlefords-Lloydminster, SK), Conservative MP Ron Cannan (Kelowna-Lake Country, BC) will be at the BC Fruit Growers' Association's Annual General Meeting to announce an investment that will benefit the tree fruit industry. The event takes place at the Coast Capri Hotel Ballroom Salon B, 1171 Harvey Avenue. Call 613-773-7972.
The Canadian Mental Health Association is holding its National Conference on Mental Health. Session topics include embracing diversity and tapping technology. Contact CMHANationalConference.ca.
The Market Research and Intelligence Association will host a “Ripe with Innovation” conference at the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort. More information is available online.
Kelowna-Lake Country is partnering with other ridings in the Southern interior and the Liberal Party of Canada in B.C. to host an Election Readiness Workshop at the Kelowna Secondary School. Visit www.liberal.ca.
Bank of Canada Deputy Governor Jean Boivin will speak at a CFA Okanagan Society and UBC Faculty of Management dinner at the Coast Capri Hotel. Call 613-782-8782.
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May will be a panelist at the Building SustainAble Communities Conference at the Delta Grand Resort and Conference Centre. For more information visit http://bcsea.org.
Treasury Board President Stockwell Day, on behalf of Environment Minister Jim Prentice, will announce funding for the conservation and protection of species at risk and their habitats in the Okanagan at Manteo Resort. Call 819-997-1441.
