The Canadian Club of Ottawa host a lunch and conversation on “Harnessing Agentic AI: Transforming Government and the Canadian Economy.” Leaders from government and industry will discuss how Canada can harness AI as a strategic national advantage to drive efficiency, strengthen trust, and position the country as a global leader in responsible innovation. The event … Read more
As part of its Advocacy Days 2025, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) will hold a press conference calling for urgent federal action on infrastructure. With the budget approaching, FCM’s elected leadership will show how strong municipal infrastructure powers trade, protects communities from climate extremes, and drives economic growth. This event will be held at Fairmont Château … Read more
The Canadian Chiropractic Association will hold a press conference to highlight the urgent need for equitable access to chiropractic care for all Canadians, with a focus on First Nations and Inuit individuals served under the federal Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program. This event will be held in Room 135-B, West Block. Contact slai@chiropractic.ca.
AI pioneer Hugo Larochelle, scientific director at Mila, will deliver the keynote address at World Press Freedom Canada’s fall symposium, AI & the Press: Threats & Opportunities. The event will explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping journalism and press freedom, featuring expert panels with leaders from The Logic, the Toronto Star, CBC News, GetFact.ca, and … Read more
The Douglas Coldwell Layton Foundation (DCLF) will host all of the NDP leadership candidates in Ottawa at the annual Mouseland Gala. MP Heather McPherson (Edmonton-Strathcona, Alta.), Avi Lewis, and Rob Ashton will be joining in person, with virtual participation by Tanille Johnston and Tony McQuail. Guests will also hear from NDP MPs Lori Idlout (Nunavut) and Don Davies (Vancouver … Read more
The International Downtown Association of Canada (IDA Canada) will hold a press conference calling for stronger federal action to improve public safety, invest in downtown revitalization, and expand mental health and addiction supports. Speakers include IDA Canada Chair Kate Fenske and Tasha Morizio of Montreal’s Saint-Laurent Boulevard business improvement association. The event takes place in … Read more
The Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors will hold a press conference to call attention to oversights by the federal government and highlight the pressing need for reforms to address the housing affordability crisis and funding for nation-building infrastructure projects. This event will be held in Room 135-B, West Block. Contact marketing@ciqs.org.
NDP leadership candidate Heather McPherson (Edmonton Strathcona, Alta.) will host an Ottawa Social—drop by to chat with her and other New Democrats at Spark Beer & Pizza, 702 Somerset St. W. Details online. Contact heathermcpherson.ca.
Nature Canada will host its annual “Nature on the Hill” event from Oct. 27-29. Throughout the week, Nature Canada’s “Nature Network” partners will underline the importance of nature to Canada’s national identity and have a chance to show the benefits that investment in nature would bring to communities across the country. Contact media@naturecanada.ca.
Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development Jerry V. DeMarco will hold a press conference following the tabling of six reports to the House of Commons in Room 325, 180 Wellington St. Contact infomedia@oag-bvg.gc.ca.
