The Montreal Economic Institute (MEI) will hold a press conference to unveil its new pan-Canadian Social Mobility Index, which ranks provinces based on the strength of their policies and institutions in helping people move up the income ladder. The event will take place in room 135-B, West Block. Contact rbrossard@iedm.org
Equal Voice Foundation (Equal Voice) will hold a press conference during Canada’s Gender Equality Week to underscore the urgent need for renewed efforts toward gender equity in Canadian politics, outline practical recommendations for all parties, and respond to media questions. This event will be held in Room 135-B, West Block.
The Competition Bureau hosts “Canada’s Competition Summit 2025: Competition in a new economy.” The Summit will bring together thought leaders from across the public, private, academic and international spheres to explore how competition can help build a more affordable, prosperous, and resilient economy. Speakers include Minister of Industry and Quebec Economic Development Mélanie Joly (Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Que.) and … Read more
Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet (Beloeil-Chambly, Que.) will hold a press conference regarding the Bloc’s opposition motion in the foyer of the House of Commons. Call 613-402-3538.
NDP MP Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Que.) will join Bushra Khalidi, Oxfam’s Policy Lead for the Occupied Palestinian Territories, to call on the Government of Canada to end its complicity in Israel’s ongoing atrocities, including arms sales and policy choices that enable war crimes against Palestinians in Room 135-B, West Block. Contact laveza.khan@oxfam.org.
Liberal MP Iqra Khalid (Mississauga–Erin Mills) will host the Commonwealth Cricket Advocacy Day featuring a press conference, cricket match, and reception on Parliament Hill. A friendly match between MPs and Commonwealth ambassadors at Rideau Hall Grounds will follow the day’s advocacy meetings, capped by an evening reception in the Speaker’s Dining Room, 233-S West Block. Details are available online. Contact Nawaila.imtiaz.460@parl.gc.ca
A coalition of labour unions, Indigenous clean-energy leaders, doctors, faith groups, climate activists, electrical workers and municipal councillors from across Canada will hold a press conference to call on the federal government to build Canada’s renewable east-west electricity grid. The event will take place in Room 135-B, West Block and online. Contact Carmichael@davidsuzuki.org
Compassion Canada, World Renew and Thrive for Good host “Empowering Women and Girls to Build Stronger Communities Through Food Security,” an event highlighting how conflict, extreme climate events, and economic shocks interact to deepen vulnerabilities, including unequal access to the livelihood resources required for recovery and growth. The event takes place at the Delta Hotel, … Read more
The Coffee Association of Canada hosts its annual Parliamentary reception. This event will mark the official launch of the Parliamentary Coffee Caucus, a new non-partisan forum designed to foster engagement between Members of Parliament and Canada’s dynamic coffee sector. The event takes place at Little Victories Coffee, 44 Elgin St. RSVP online.
The Prosperity Project, Mothers Matter Canada, and Informed Perspectives host a cocktail reception for Gender Equality Week to honour the contributions of women and gender-diverse communities, celebrate the progress made, and reaffirm shared commitments to advancing gender equality in Canada. The event takes place at the Metropolitain Brasserie, 700 Sussex Dr. RSVP online.
