The Lying-in-State for Jack Layton, Leader of Her Majesty’s Loyal Opposition and Member of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada, will take place in the foyer of the House of Commons Wednesday, August 24 and Thursday, August 25. It will be open to the public from 12:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday and from 9 … Read more
The Government of Canada, the Province of Ontario and the City of Ottawa will celebrate the official opening for the Southwest Transitway and Longfields and Marketplace stations, funded jointly by all three levels of government. The celebration will take place at Strandherd Park and Ride, 3680 Strandherd Drive. Call 613-991-0700.
The Parliamentary Press Gallery Dinner kicks off with a cocktail reception, followed by dinner. The entertainment part of the dinner will again take the form of a spoof during which bogus prizes will be awarded. Don’t forget to invite your favourite Parliamentarian. Both politicians and reporters will be invited to either present or receive one … Read more
The Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association will convene its second Advocacy Day on Parliament Hill. CEOs from Canada’s vibrant life and health insurance industry will meet with Parliamentarians to discuss key issues, such as pensions and healthcare, that are important to the industry and to all Canadians. Call 613-230-0031.
Join guest speaker Dr. R.E. Johnson for a talk on “The Opioid Dependence Crisis.” Presented by the National Press Club of Canada at the Sherton Hotel, 150 Albert Street. The full release is available online.
H.E. David Jacobson will address members of the Canadian Club of Ottawa at a luncheon at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier, 1 Rideau Street. More information is available online.
Together with the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, the Royal Society of Canada presents its annual symposium: “Literacy and Citizenship in the 21st Century” at Library and Archives Canada, 395 Wellington Street. Call 613-991-6987.
The Privacy Information Agency (PIA Inc.) will be hosting the 2nd Annual Privacy Workshop. The Assistant Privacy Commissioner of Canada, Chantal Bernier, and other experts will be on hand to discuss privacy risks and the impact on Canadian businesses and government at the Delta Ottawa City Centre. More information is available online.
The National Press Club of Canada Foundation has become incorporated. Sheila Copps, president pro tempore, will host the NPC’s annual general meeting at the Sheraton Hotel, current home of the Press Club. Followed by a wine and cheese reception. MPs, Senators, Members of the Parliamentary Press Gallery are all invited. More information is available online.
Industry leaders from agriculture, health, and industrial sectors will join MPs to discuss the strategy for continuing to build Canada’s bio-economy for BIOTECanada Advocacy Day. Together we are growing science-based public policy and increasing awareness of biotechnology. Call 613-230-5585 ext. 230.
