The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) will be presented with a special gift from the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. “Sophie”, a unique crossing light featuring a realistic female body image – instead of the traditional male figure – will be donated to CMHR president and CEO Stuart Murray by ambassador Wim Geerts … Read more
Minister of State (Science and Technology) Gary Goodyear (Cambridge, Ont.) will make an important announcement related to applied genomics research. Goodyear will be joined by Dr. Pierre Meulien, president and CEO of Genome Canada. The event will be held at Canada Science and Technology Museum, 1867 St Laurent Blvd (TechnoZone Area). Call 613-947-2956.
MPs and senators will join cycling enthusiasts in a high profile event to promote bike-friendly infrastructure as a national issue. As a support to National Health and Fitness Day, which was recently proclaimed, Bike Day on the Hill will allow parliamentarians to hear nationally recognized speakers, try a bicycle obstacle course, and enjoy a short … Read more
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT) is pleased to again take part in Doors Open Ottawa. Drop by to learn more about various DFAIT services offered to Canadians and enjoy special exhibits and activities. The event will be held at Lester B. Pearson Building, 125 Sussex Drive. Call 613-995-1874.
Members of the media are invited to join a technical briefing from the National Fighter Procurement Secretariat in person or via teleconference. The event will be held at National Press Theatre, 150 Wellington Street. Call 819-956-2315.
Music and Beyond is hosting a wine auction. Charity wine auctions offer you a unique opportunity to buy rare wines that have come from some of the best wine cellars in Canada and that are rarely available for purchase. The event will be held at the MacKay United Church, 39 Dufferin Road. More information is … Read more
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) will host a ceremony marking the official launch of National Division. The commissioner of the RCMP, Bob Paulson, and assistant commissioner Gilles Michaud, commanding officer of National Division, will attend this historical event. Formerly known as “A” Division, the RCMP was responsible for investigations within the National Capital Region. … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health Colin Carrie (Oshawa, Ont.) will make a funding announcement to help Canadians quit smoking, in Ottawa. The event will be held at Foustanellas Auditorium – 2nd floor, The University of Ottawa Heart Institute, 40 Ruskin Street. Call 613-957-2983.
The Canadian International Council National Capital Branch hosts its final event of the season – “The Middle East is Still on Fire with Ferry de Kerckhove and Michael Bell, former ambassadors in the Middle East and media commentators. They will share their perspectives on the status of progress toward democracy and stability in Egypt, and … Read more
The Council of Canadians will announce the next steps in the effort to get to the bottom of the election fraud scandal. Simultaneous interpretation will be available. In attendance will be Peggy Walsh Craig, applicant from Nipissing-Timiskaming; Garry Neil, executive director of the Council of Canadians; and Steven Shrybman, legal counsel for the applicants. The event … Read more
