Members of the Big City Mayors' Caucus will come together in Ottawa to talk about what is needed for cities from the federal government in the next budget. They will outline the requirements for cities to do their part to boost the economy in uncertain times. The Big City Mayors' Caucus is chaired by Vancouver Mayor … Read more
In honour of the Royal Society of Canada’s (RSC) 130th anniversary, Governor General David Johnston will deliver a speech at the Opening Ceremonies of the Annual General Meeting, being held at the Ottawa Convention Centre. As honorary fellow and patron of the RSC, Johnston will congratulate its council members and new fellows on reaching this … Read more
Governor General David Johnston announces the presentation of Military Valour Decorations and Meritorious Service Decorations (Military Division) to members of the Canadian and allied forces. The presentation ceremony will take place at Rideau Hall. Johnston will present one Star of Military Valour and one Medal of Military Valour to members of the Canadian Forces and … Read more
Join Dilip Soman from the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management for the Big Thinking lecture: Behavioural economics and its implications for financial literacy and public policy. By drawing on examples from the world of personal finance and health policy, Dr. Soman will make a case for why policymakers need to be immersed in … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture Pierre Lemieux (Glengarry-Prescott-Russell, Ont.) will make an announcement in support of creating new market opportunities for pet food manufacturers and highlight the benefits of Growing Forward 2's Innovation and Growth Agenda. The event will be held at 2495 Lancaster Rd., Suite 202. Call 613-773-7972.
The Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) is recognizing the importance of entrepreneurship in Ontario and across Canada, and in celebrating the achievements of innovators and job creators who help launch start-ups that bring ideas to life and drive economic growth. A presentation of the 2012 CYBF Chairman's Awards will be held. The event will be … Read more
On behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, Ont.), Conservative MP LaVar Payne (Medicine Hat, Alta.) will announce government support to the Prairie Rose School Division No. 8 to assist local youth. The event will be held at the Prairie Rose School Division No. 8, 918 2nd Avenue. Call 819-994-2482.
On behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, Ont.), International Trade Minister Ed Fast (Abbotsford, B.C.) will announce Government of Canada support to local youth. The event will be held at the Agora Employment Essentials Inc., 103-33255 South Fraser Way. Call 819-994-2482.
A conference organized by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), the Canadian International Development Agency and the University of Ottawa will be held. Samuel Freije-Rodriguez, World Bank; Gordon Betcherman, University of Ottawa; Gabriel Martinez, CISS Mexico; and Sue Szabo, IDRC will discuss report findings and the Mexico case study. An open discussion will follow the … Read more
Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency) Bernard Valcourt (Madawaska-Resitgouche, N.B.) will announce government support for upgrades to the Village of Atholville’s infrastructure. The event will be held at Municipal Building, 247 Notre-Dame Street. Call 613-790-3637.
