The Green Party of Canada’s second member of Parliament, Paul Manly, will be officially sworn in as the MP for Nanaimo-Ladysmith, B.C., at a ceremony in the Speaker’s Lounge. A media availability will follow in the foyer of the West Block. Call 613-562-4916 x 206.
The Sixth Estate’s Before the Bells series presents journalist Catherine Clark as she examines Canada’s defence and procurement policies. This event will take place at the National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St. Details online.
The All-Party Parliamentary Group to End Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking presents: “Out of the Shadow: Shining a Light on Human Trafficking” featuring Timea Nagy, author of the book Out of the Shadows. She will share her story of being trafficked in Canada and what you can do to help end human trafficking in your community. A panel discussion will follow. … Read more
iPolitics hosts a discussion, “Hard facts about fake news: Transforming the digital landscape of media.” Supporters of Democracy and defenders of Press Freedom and Open Government have been invited to share their insights on building trust and restoring public faith during a robust panel discussion. This event will take place at iPolitics, 201-17 York St. Details online.
The Institute of Public Administration of Canada hosts a non-partisan discussion on “Transition in Government,” examining the planning, preparation, and delivery of a government transition, whether it be a transition between the same political party with a new mandate or an entirely new government. CBC’s Vassy Kapelos will moderate the discussion featuring Andre Albinati, Earnscliffe Strategy Group; Elizabeth Roscoe, Hill+Knowlton … Read more
The Ottawa Economics Association hosts a luncheon presentation with Catherine Cobden, Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Steel Producers Association, on “The State of the Steel Industry in Canada” This event will take place at the Rideau Club, 15th Floor, 99 Bank St. Details online.
The Canadian Global Affairs Institute hosts a day-long event on “New Perspectives on Shared Security: NATO’s Next 70 Years” This event will take place at the Rideau Club, 99 Bank St. Details online.
The Network for Sharing Indigenous Information and Research hosts a workshop to share the latest research and information concerning First Nations Peoples, the Inuit and the Métis. Participating government departments include Indigenous Services Canada, Department for Women and Gender Equality, Correctional Service Canada, Justice Canada, Public Health Agency Canada, Public Safety Canada and Statistics Canada. This event will take … Read more
The University of Ottawa hosts an invitation-only workshop on “Public Policy and Ethics in a Digital Europe: a German View.” Member of the German Parliament Dr. Jens Zimmermann, spokesperson for the Parliamentary Committee for a Digital Agenda, will discuss the priorities and tendencies in digital policies. This event will take place at Social Sciences Building, 120 University, FSS 4006. … Read more
Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Accessibility Carla Qualtrough (Delta, B.C.) will deliver remarks on Bill C81: An Act to ensure a barrier-free Canada, at a luncheon event hosted by the Canadian Club of Ottawa. She will then take part in a fireside chat with journalist Craig Oliver. This event will take place at the … Read more
