Governor General in London to discuss philanthropy and volunteerism

Governor General David Johnston will be in London, Ont., to meet with members of the public, volunteers and students to discuss ways of facilitating community change through philanthropy and volunteerism. As part of this visit, Johnston will also present the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award to two recipients who contribute to the well-being of their … Read more

Mulcair will attend townhall meeting in London

NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.) will be in London, Ont., to deliver a speech at a townhall meeting hosted by NDP MP Irene Mathyssen (London-Fanshawe, Ont.). The event will be held in the Committee Room 2, London City Hall, 300 Dufferin Avenue. Call 613-323-7974.

Their Excellencies to attend the 2013 ISU World Figure Skating Championships

Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston will attend the 2013 ISU World Figure Skating Championships(R) in London, Ont. As patrons of this championship event, Their Excellencies will cheer on the world's best figure skaters, but especially the Canadian athletes performing in the Ice Dance Competition at the Budweiser Gardens at 4 p.m. They … Read more

Government to make announcement about research and innovation in Canada

Minister of State (Science and Technology) Gary Goodyear (Cambridge, Ont.) will announce a significant investment related to research and innovation in Canada. The event will be held at Western University, Richard Ivey School of Business, Atrium, 1151 Richmond Street North. Call 613-996-8373.

MP Truppe will make an announcement

On behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, Ont.), Parliamentary Secretary for the Status of Women Susan Truppe (London North Centre, Ont.) will make an announcement to help those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in London. The event will be held at London CAReS, 186 King Street (2nd Floor). Call 819-994-2482.

Government partners with Western University to reduce poverty

On behalf of International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.), Parliamentary Secretary for the Status of Women Susan Truppe (London North Centre, Ont.) will announce a partnership for development between the government and Western University. The event will be held at Western University, Social Science Center, Office of the Dean, Room 9438, 1151 Richmond Street. Call … Read more

War of 1812 announcement

On behalf of Public Works Minister Rona Ambrose (Edmonton-Spruce Grove, Alta.), Comservative MP Susan Truppe (London North Centre, Ont.) will make an important announcement in commemoration of the War of 1812 in London. The event will be held at 451 Talbot Street. Call 819-997-5421.