The International Development Research Council co-hosts the launch of “The Missing Peace: Independent Progress Study on Youth, Peace and Security.” Commissioned by the UN Security Council, the study examines evidence of young people’s positive role in sustaining peace and in shaping the policies that affect their lives. Participants include Graeme Simpson, lead author and director of Interpeace … Read more
Liberal MP William Amos (Pontiac, Que.) and the Tim Horton Children’s Foundation invites all Parliamentarians and staff to Camp Day on the Hill. Immerse yourself in the camp experience and learn how the Foundation fosters the strengths within youth and empowers them to pursue a life without limits. This event will take place at the Sir … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health Pam Damoff (Oakville North-Burlington, Ont.) and Independent Senator Marilou McPhedran co-host “Heart on The Hill” a reception for women’s heart and brain health. This event will take place in Room 330, Wellington Building, 197 Sparks St. RSVP: 613-796-0816.
L’actualité magazine and le Groupe Femmes, Politique et Démocratie co-host an event, “Conversation sur la parité.” Journalist Pascale Navarro will moderate this French-language discussion on gender parity in the House of Commons, featuring representatives from the main federal political parties (Bloc Québécois, NDP, Conservative, Liberal and Green). This event will take place in Room 330, 180 Wellington St. … Read more
As part of their April 1-4 program, Daughters of the Vote delegates will sit in the Senate Chamber for the first time to meet with senators from all groups and parties. Independent Senator Donna Dasko is assisting Equal Voice with the Senate engagement. Call 613-943-3711.
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) will be joined by the National Silver Cross Mother Anita Cenerini, veterans and their families to honour the brave Canadians who served and died during Canada’s mission in Afghanistan. This event will be held at National War Memorial, 30 Wellington St. Call 613-992-7468.
Governor General Julie Payette will present the 2019 Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts during a ceremony at Rideau Hall. Call 613-990-9324.
Family members of Mariano Abarca, a community leader who was murdered in 2009 after leading peaceful protests over the impacts of a Canadian-owned mine, will attend a federal court hearing concerning a judicial review of a decision from the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner. Participants include José Luis Abarca, son of Mariano Abarca and founder of … Read more
The African Women Diplomatic Forum hosts an invitation-only symposium on “African and Canadian Women in STEM – Challenges and Opportunities.” Participants include Diane Jacovella, Deputy Minister of International Development; Viviane Bampassy, Ambassador of Senegal; and Shakilla Umutoni, Chargée d’Affaires, Rwanda High Commission. This event will take place at the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat, 199 Sussex Dr. Details online.
People’s Party of Canada leader Maxime Bernier (Beauce, Que.) will deliver an update on the status of his party and the selection of candidates for the next election. This event will take place in the Press Room 135-B, West Block, Parliament Hill. Call 819-923-3082.
