Palestinian Students and Scholars at Risk Network to hold a press conference

Palestinian Students and Scholars at Risk (PSSAR) Network, Justice for All Canada, and Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council (CMPAC) and academics will hold a press conference on Parliament Hill to call for a coordinated leadership response to the excessive student visa delays for Palestinian applicants. This event will be held in Room 135-B, West Block. Contact kasserine@gestaltcomms.com.

Harper to receive the Royal Canadian Geographical Society Gold Medal

The Royal Canadian Geographical Society (RCGS) will award its Gold Medal to former Conservative Prime Minister Stephen Harper in recognition of his distinguished career in public service including his tenure as the 22nd Prime Minister of Canada. The presentation ceremony will be followed by a moderated fireside conversation with Harper and former Liberal Prime Minister Jean Chrétien, also a Fellow of … Read more

Parliamentary secretaries Fortier and Naqvi to inaugurate Winterlude

Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs Mona Fortier (Ottawa—Vanier—Gloucester, Ont.) and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade and Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State for International Development Yasir Naqvi (Ottawa Centre, Ont.) will speak at the official opening of Winterlude on behalf of Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and … Read more

Carbon Business Council reception

The Carbon Business Council hosts an Industry Leaders’ Reception bringing together business and policy leaders to discuss carbon removal and Canada’s growing net-zero economy. The event takes place at the Lord Elgin Hotel, 100 Elgin St. Free registration online.

Rideau Hall Winter Celebration

Rideau Hall hosts a free Winter Celebration featuring outdoor activities, skating, and tours of the Governor General’s residence, taking place at 1 Sussex Dr. Details are available online.

2nd National Equity and Racial Justice Conference

The Canadian Network for Equity and Racial Justice hosts its 2nd National Equity and Racial Justice Conference, March 3 to 5, focused on moving from analysis to action to protect past gains and advance systemic change. The working conference brings together community leaders, advocates, researchers, and policy changemakers for solution-driven dialogue, strategy-building, and accountability across … Read more

Foodtech Next 2026

Foodtech Next 2026: The Roadmap to Food 4.0 brings together leaders from Canada’s food and beverage sector to showcase innovation and productivity through foodtech. Hosted by the Canadian Food Innovation Network, the full-day event features project pitches from Foodtech Next program winners, panel discussions, exhibits, and networking with funders, founders, policymakers, and industry leaders. The … Read more

Future of Food 2026

The Future of Food Conference takes place on Canada’s Agriculture Day, bringing together leaders from agriculture, agri-food, and agribusiness to discuss the next decade of growth and innovation in Canada’s food system. The full-day conference takes place at the Rogers Centre, 55 Colonel By Dr. The evening reception will be held in the Sir John A. … Read more