Ibrahim Gambari, Joint Chief Mediator ad interim of the Darfur Peace process and Head of the United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur will speak on “Prospects for a Durable Peace in Darfur” at the International Development Research Centre, W. David Hopper Room, 150 Kent Street, 8th Floor. Call 613-696-2102.
The Minister responsible for Status of Women Rona Ambrose (Edmonton-Spruce Grove, AB), accompanied by National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, NS) and Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC), will launch Women’s History Month 2011. This year’s theme is Women in Canadian Military Forces: A Proud Legacy. The event will take place at the … Read more
Conservative MP Russ Hiebert (South Surrey-White Rock-Cloverdale, BC) will hold a news conference. Hiebert will discuss his private members bill on the subject of ‘public disclosure of labour union finances.’ The event will take place in the Charles Lynch Press Theatre. Call 613-852-6184.
The Mayor’s Seniors Summit will be held at Ottawa City Hall. Mayor Jim Watson, Minister of State (Seniors) Alice Wong (Richmond, BC) and Community and Protective Services Committee Chair Mark Taylor will open the summit. The 200 registered participants will have a chance to share their ideas on how to make Ottawa a more senior-friendly … Read more
For the past 11 years, Parliament Hill has played host to the All-Party Party. This is a non-partisan, not-for-profit celebration held in recognition of the work of all employees on the Hill: security staff, support staff, political staff. These employees are an integral part of the daily operation of Parliament and this event, which attracts … Read more
The Kanata Rotary Club is recognizing the Rt. Hon. Michaëlle Jean as a Paul Harris Fellow. All proceeds from the evening will be shared by Michaëlle Jean Foundation and Ryan’s Well Foundation. The event will take place at the Ottawa Conference Centre, 55 Colonel By Drive. Call 613-722-8796.
Pfizer presents Hope Live, a gala evening in support of Fertile Future featuring a songwriters’ circle with Jim Cuddy, Kathleen Edwards, Gordie Sampson and Ron Sexsmith, as well as tasting menus and wine pairings. Hosted by Rick Mercer. The event will take place at the Great Canadian Theatre Company, 1233 Wellington Street. More information is … Read more
Parliamentarians and Hill types will gather for Gold Medal Plates 2011 in support of Canada’s Olympic and Paralympics athletes. The evening kicks off with a VIP reception. The reception will be followed by a culinary competition featuring Ottawa’s best chefs. Then a gala celebration with Jim Cuddy follows. The event will take place at the … Read more
Check out works by 26 ceramic artists from Ontario and Quebec at "260 Fingers." The event will take place at the Glebe Community Centre, 175 Third Avenue. Call 613-256-6522.
The Canada-France Inter-Parliamentary Association holds its Annual General Meeting. More information is available online.
