When he went to space for six months, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Robert Thirsk experienced a world that few can truly imagine. As the keynote speaker for the Math and Science Collaboration Initiative being held at Dawson College, Thirsk will share his unique experience with 100 math and science teachers. Following his presentation, he will … Read more
Citizenship and Immigration Minister Jason Kenney (Calgary Southeast, AB) will be joined by Canada Border Services Agency Regional Director General (Quebec Region) Benoît Chiquette to make an announcement related to the enforcement of immigration laws. The event will take place at Long Room, 400 place d'Youville. Call 613-991-0657.
NDP leadership candidates will hold a fourth debate. The theme is "Building a strong, united Canada." More information is available online.
Liberal party presidential candidate Sheila Copps will attend a fundraiser and women's commission. The event will take place at 6767 Cote des Neiges, 1st Floor. Call 613-724-1478.
To mark the redevelopment of the Old Port of Montreal's Clock Tower, Governor General David Johnston will illuminate the city's iconic symbol in the presence of veterans. The new lighting will further showcase this historic tower built between 1919 and 1922 under the authority of Montreal's harbour commissioners, acting on an idea proposed by a group of … Read more
Governor General David Johnston will meet with staff from the Santropol Roulant, a Montreal-based not-for-profit organization that prepares and delivers meals by bicycle, on foot, by public transport and by car to seniors and people living with a loss of autonomy across Montreal. During his visit, Johnston will tour the centre's roof-top gardens, bicycle co-op and … Read more
Governor General David Johnston will be welcomed to the Canadian Space Agency by President of the Canadian Space Agency Steve MacLean. MacLean will explain the importance of the Space Operations Support Centre, which is equipped with an operations control room, networking equipment, audio and video equipment, and software to support NASA in the operation and maintenance of the Mobile … Read more
Governor General David Johnston joined by Executive Director of the National Circus School Marc Lalonde will tour the National Circus School meet with circus students and witness some of their extensive training sessions. The visit will conclude with a performance by students. The event will take place at 8181-2e Avenue. Call 613-998-0287.
Citizenship and Immigration Minister Jason Kenney (Calgary Southeast, AB) will make an announcement regarding citizenship fraud. The event will take place at the Marriott Château Champlain Hotel,1 Place du Canada Terrasse Room (above the lobby). Call 613-954-1064.
Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission will hold a hearing to discuss: the development of a regulatory framework for the french-language television market; licence renewals for Astral Media Inc. and Quebecor Media Inc.; and certain conditions of licence for V Interactions Inc. The hearing will be held at the Omni Mont-Royal Hotel, 1050 Sherbrooke Street West. Call 819-997-9403.
