Embassy of Israel in Canada to hold technical briefing

The Embassy of Israel in Canada will hold a technical briefing where the footage from go-pro cameras worn by Hamas terrorists, and Israeli security cameras will be screened, followed by a Q&A with Israeli Defense Attache Colonel Ilan Or. Colonel Or’s briefing would be for background and could be attributed to an Israeli official.This event will … Read more

Minister Wilkinson to make an announcement

Energy and Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver, B.C.) will make a 2 Billion Trees announcement, alongside Jess Kaknevicius, CEO of Forests Ontario and Forest Recovery Canada. This event will take place MacDonald Gardens Park, 541 Rideau St. Contact Carolyn.Svonkin@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.

Justice For All Canada to hold press conference

Justice For All Canada, along with partnering human rights and civil society organizations, will hold a press conference to introduce a campaign focused on urging the Government of Canada to call for a ceasefire to prevent further loss of civilian life in Gaza, the Occupied West Bank, and Israel. This event will take place in Room … Read more

In conversation with Kent Monkman

Adrian Harewood will speak with Cree artist Kent Monkman and his long-time collaborator Gisèle Gordon about their new book The Memoirs of Miss Chief Eagle Testickle: Vol. 1: A True and Exact Accounting of the History of Turtle Island, a genre-defying work based on the paintings of one of the most important painters working today that will remake readers’ understanding of the land … Read more

Minister Anandasangaree to attend Inuit-Crown Partnership Committee meeting

Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Gary Anandasangaree (Scarborough—Rouge Park, Ont.) and Natan Obed, president of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, will provide opening remarks at the meeting of the Inuit-Crown Partnership Committee. This event will take place at the Shaw Centre, Rooms 205-206, 55 Colonel By Dr. Call 819-790-1907.

Havdalah for Hostages

The Jewish Federation of Ottawa is organizing the Havdalah for Hostages on Parliament Hill where the Jewish community, Ottawa leaders and other community allies, will stand vigil for the more than 200 Israelis, including 30 children, held hostage by Hamas. Havdalah is the traditional Jewish ceremony that marks the end of the sabbath and is a … Read more

16th Annual Eco Gala

Ecology Ottawa hosts the 16th Annual Eco Gala celebrating local environmental action. Keynote speaker is Dr. Ingrid Waldron, author of There’s Something In The Water: Environmental Racism in Indigenous & Black Communities. Kindly eat dinner beforehand. The reception-style event will promote meeting and mingling with all guests. This event will take place at National Gallery of Canada, 380 Sussex … Read more

Rideau HALLoween

Rideau Hall hosts a boo-tiful night filled with thrills and chills. As part of a long-standing tradition, the public is invited to join in the fun and frights of Rideau HALLoween. Trick-or-treaters of all ages will find plenty of fun and treats to enjoy. Grab a costume and strike a pose at the spooky photo booth. This … Read more

Press Conference on Firearms Regulations Bill C-21

Rod Giltaca, CEO of the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights; and Tracey Wilson, VP of Public Relations, will hold a press conference to ask the government to be candid about the reasons behind the continued and escalating attacks on Canadian gun owners. This event will take place in Room 135B, West Block, Parliament Hill. Call 613-618-0997.