In three remarkable novels, unforgettable characters must bear the burden of their own history, struggling towards a future of their own making. Peter Hobbs, Ami McKay and Vincent Lam will discuss the weight of history at the event hosted by Mark Medley of the National Post. The event is presented by the Writers Festival. The … Read more
Bestselling biographer Charlotte Gray hosts a session on two Canadian Cultural Icons. Writer and dance historian Carol Bishop-Gwyn makes her festival debut with The Pursuit of Perfection: A Life of Celia Franca. Charles Foran returns to the stage with a definitive, detailed and intimate portrait of Mordecai Richler, the lion of Canadian literature, Mordecai: The … Read more
Three gifted storytellers shine a light on lives forever changed by the betrayal of trust. These moving stories take the audience through the long shadow of violence, and into the lives of those discovering what it takes to move on. With Yejide Kilanko, Lauren B. Davis and Linden MacIntyre. The event is hosted by CBC’s … Read more
The ultimate CBC insider exposes the controversies, successes and dead ends of his time at the top. In 2004, Richard Stursberg was hired to run English services for the network. He will tell the story of the struggle that resulted — a struggle that lasted for six turbulent and controversial years. The event is hosted … Read more
The Free Thinking Film Society presents a screening of Europe’s Last Dictator, a damning look a the ultra-nasty regime in Belarus. The event will take place at Library and Archives, 395 Wellington Street. More information is available online.
The Canadian Pain Society and the Canadian Pain Coalition host the first ever Canadian Pain Summit. Up to 300 delegates are expected to attend the summit, where all stakeholders – government, medical professionals and patients – will be able to provide valuable input towards the creations of a National Pain Strategy for Canada. The event … Read more
The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association and the Tourism Industry Association of Canada hold their Spring Reception on the Hill. The event will take place in Rooms 601 and 602, Parliamentary Restaurant, Parliament Hill. Call 613-233-8906.
The Civil Liberties Association-National Capital Region hosts a panel discussion with Ontario Ombudsman André Marin on his office’s latest findings on the December 2011 report “Oversight Undermined.” Marin will discuss the province’s Special Investigations Unit and how the government has failed to adequately support it in providing strong oversight of police. The event will take … Read more
The Carleton-Mississippi Mills Federal Liberal Association hosts a community discussion on electoral reform and parliamentary democracy entitled "Democracy During & Between Elections: Protecting it & Enhancing it." Guests include Liberal MP Stephane Dion (Saint-Laurent-Cartierville, QC) and Julien Lamarche of Fair Vote Canada. The event will take place at the John Mlacak Centre, 2500 Campeau Drive, … Read more
The third annual Science and Tech Soirée is one of Ottawa’s most popular social events. Funds raised go to offer youths who might not otherwise not have the opportunity to take part in the programs at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. The theme is entitled "The Magic of the Museum," and the evening’s activities … Read more
