The National Association of Women and the Law (NAWL) hosts a breakfast and policy discussion with Parliamentarians on urgent reforms for women’s economic security. The event will take place in Room 320, Wellington Building, 180 Wellington St. For details, contact Forest.Malin@nawl.ca
Three organizations—The Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI), the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH), and the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)—will bring industry leaders to Parliament Hill to present climate and housing recommendations. Discussions will focus on the essential role these industries play in supporting the economy, … Read more
The Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health (CAMIMH), representing 14 national mental health organizations, will hold a press conference as part of Mental Illness Awareness Week, October 5–11. This year’s theme, “Mental Health and Substance Use Health: A Right, Not a Privilege,” underscores the urgent need for governments to act so all Canadians can access timely, … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) will deliver opening remarks at The Champions of Mental Health Awards at the Sir John A. Macdonald Building. Contact media@greenparty.ca.
CANCELLED NDP MP Gord Johns (Courtenay-Alberni, B.C.) will stand alongside Cathy Holtslander, Director of Research and Policy with the National Farmers Union and Aabir Dey, Director of Canadian Field Program with Seed Change Canada, as they call on the government to protect farmers and cancel the proposed changes to the Plant Breeders’ Rights Regulations. The event … Read more
Bloc Québécois Transport Critic Xavier Barsalou-Duval (Pierre-Boucher—Les Patriotes—Verchères, Que.) and representatives from the Quebec trucking industry will hold a press briefing on discount drivers, presenting 10 demands to the federal government to restore road safety and end the practice. The event takes place in the foyer of the House of Commons, West Block. Call 613 402-0443
The Institute on Governance hosts Appearing Before a Parliamentary Committee, a half-day course that trains senior public servants to strengthen their skills and confidence when testifying before House or Senate committees. Using mock testimony, case studies and interactive exercises, it helps participants prepare effectively and meet their accountability role to Parliament. Register online.
Liberal MPs Marie-France Lalonde (Orléans, Ont.) and Mona Fortier (Ottawa–Vanier–Gloucester, Ont.) will announce support for minority-language education and second-language instruction. The announcement will be made on behalf of Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and Official Languages Steven Guilbeault (Laurier–Sainte-Marie, Que.) For event location, contact hermine.landry@pch.gc.ca
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs Brendan Hanley (Yukon), on behalf of Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Tim Hodgson (Markham-Thornhill, Ont.), will announce funding for Indigenous-led clean energy projects at the 2025 Canadian Waterpower Week National Conference and Tradeshow, hosted by WaterPower Canada. This event will be held at The Westin Hotel, 11 Colonel … Read more
Auditor General Karen Hogan will deliver six performance audit reports to the House of Commons, including: Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care System; Canada Revenue Agency Contact Centres; Follow-up on Programs for First Nations; Housing Canadian Armed Forces Members; Recruiting for Canada’s Military; and Cyber Security of Government Networks and Systems. The reports will be tabled … Read more
