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Former senator Douglas Roche to receive the Canadian Leadership for Nuclear Disarmament award, deliver lecture on Oct. 23 in Ottawa

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec.
Douglas Roche will receive the Canadian Leadership for Nuclear Disarmament 2025 Distinguished Achievement Award, and speak about 'Creative Dissent: A Politician’s Struggle for Peace,' during an event at the University of Ottawa on Oct. 23. The Hill Times photograph by Marie-Danielle Smith

Former senator Douglas Roche to receive the Canadian Leadership for Nuclear Disarmament award, deliver lecture on Oct. 23 in Ottawa

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec.

Former senator Douglas Roche to receive the Canadian Leadership for Nuclear Disarmament award, deliver lecture on Oct. 23 in Ottawa

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec.
Douglas Roche will receive the Canadian Leadership for Nuclear Disarmament 2025 Distinguished Achievement Award, and speak about 'Creative Dissent: A Politician’s Struggle for Peace,' during an event at the University of Ottawa on Oct. 23. The Hill Times photograph by Marie-Danielle Smith

AG Hogan to release six audit reports on Tuesday, Oct. 21

  • House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec. 8-12. In total,
FeatureBY CHRISTINA LEADLAY | October 20, 2025
Auditor General Karen Hogan will deliver six performance reports to the House on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 10 a.m., and will hold a press conference in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building at 12:30 p.m. ET. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

AG Hogan to release six audit reports on Tuesday, Oct. 21

FeatureBY CHRISTINA LEADLAY | October 20, 2025
  • House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec. 8-12. In total,

AG Hogan to release six audit reports on Tuesday, Oct. 21

FeatureBY CHRISTINA LEADLAY | October 20, 2025
  • House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec. 8-12. In total,
Auditor General Karen Hogan will deliver six performance reports to the House on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 10 a.m., and will hold a press conference in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building at 12:30 p.m. ET. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

CSE chief Xavier to deliver keynote on cyber resilience at Vancouver Security Summit on Oct. 17

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 15 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec.
Caroline Xavier
Caroline Xavier
Communications Security Establishment chief Caroline Xavier will take part in the second annual Vancouver International Security Summit, delivering keynote address on Friday, Oct. 17. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

CSE chief Xavier to deliver keynote on cyber resilience at Vancouver Security Summit on Oct. 17

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 15 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec.

CSE chief Xavier to deliver keynote on cyber resilience at Vancouver Security Summit on Oct. 17

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 15 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec.
Caroline Xavier
Communications Security Establishment chief Caroline Xavier will take part in the second annual Vancouver International Security Summit, delivering keynote address on Friday, Oct. 17. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Chief of Defence Staff Carignan to speak at Ottawa Mayor’s Breakfast on Tuesday, Oct. 14

  • MONDAY, OCT. 13 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec.
FeatureBY CHRISTINA LEADLAY | October 13, 2025
Canada's Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Jennie Carrignan, pictured, will be the special guest at the Mayor's Breakfast, hosted by Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and the Ottawa Business Journal, on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 7 a.m. ET at Ottawa City Hall. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Chief of Defence Staff Carignan to speak at Ottawa Mayor’s Breakfast on Tuesday, Oct. 14

FeatureBY CHRISTINA LEADLAY | October 13, 2025
  • MONDAY, OCT. 13 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec.

Chief of Defence Staff Carignan to speak at Ottawa Mayor’s Breakfast on Tuesday, Oct. 14

FeatureBY CHRISTINA LEADLAY | October 13, 2025
  • MONDAY, OCT. 13 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec.
Canada's Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Jennie Carrignan, pictured, will be the special guest at the Mayor's Breakfast, hosted by Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and the Ottawa Business Journal, on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 7 a.m. ET at Ottawa City Hall. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Minister Joly to discuss Canada’s plan for industrial leadership in Toronto on Oct. 9

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8 World Mental Health Day—The Union of Safety and Justice Employees hosts its annual World Mental Health Day reception in support of
Mélanie Joly
Mélanie Joly
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly will deliver remarks on 'Unlocking Economic Potential: Canada’s Plan for Industrial Leadership' during an event hosted by the Canadian Club of Toronto on Oct. 9. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Minister Joly to discuss Canada’s plan for industrial leadership in Toronto on Oct. 9

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8 World Mental Health Day—The Union of Safety and Justice Employees hosts its annual World Mental Health Day reception in support of

Minister Joly to discuss Canada’s plan for industrial leadership in Toronto on Oct. 9

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8 World Mental Health Day—The Union of Safety and Justice Employees hosts its annual World Mental Health Day reception in support of
Mélanie Joly
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly will deliver remarks on 'Unlocking Economic Potential: Canada’s Plan for Industrial Leadership' during an event hosted by the Canadian Club of Toronto on Oct. 9. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Senior deputy governor of the Bank of Canada Carolyn Rogers to talk in Toronto on Oct. 9

  • MONDAY, OCT. 6 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 6-10; Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5;
Carolyn Rogers, senior deputy governor of the Bank of Canada, will discuss productivity, competition, and innovation in Canada’s financial sector at a breakfast event hosted by the Canadian Club Toronto on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 7:15 a.m. ET at The Hyatt Regency in Toronto. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Senior deputy governor of the Bank of Canada Carolyn Rogers to talk in Toronto on Oct. 9

  • MONDAY, OCT. 6 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 6-10; Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5;

Senior deputy governor of the Bank of Canada Carolyn Rogers to talk in Toronto on Oct. 9

  • MONDAY, OCT. 6 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 6-10; Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5;
Carolyn Rogers, senior deputy governor of the Bank of Canada, will discuss productivity, competition, and innovation in Canada’s financial sector at a breakfast event hosted by the Canadian Club Toronto on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 7:15 a.m. ET at The Hyatt Regency in Toronto. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Outgoing UN Ambassador Rae to speak in Montreal on Oct. 6

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 1 Webinar: ‘Trump, Trade and Foreign Policy’—The Canadian Global Affairs Institute hosts a webinar, “Trump, Trade and Foreign Policy,” featuring Bruce Stokes,
Bob Rae
Bob Rae
Bob Rae, Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations, will give a lecture on 'Where the Light Gets In – Why Canada’s Global Engagement Matters' hosted by McGill University in Montreal on Monday, Oct. 6. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Outgoing UN Ambassador Rae to speak in Montreal on Oct. 6

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 1 Webinar: ‘Trump, Trade and Foreign Policy’—The Canadian Global Affairs Institute hosts a webinar, “Trump, Trade and Foreign Policy,” featuring Bruce Stokes,

Outgoing UN Ambassador Rae to speak in Montreal on Oct. 6

  • WEDNESDAY, OCT. 1 Webinar: ‘Trump, Trade and Foreign Policy’—The Canadian Global Affairs Institute hosts a webinar, “Trump, Trade and Foreign Policy,” featuring Bruce Stokes,
Bob Rae
Bob Rae, Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations, will give a lecture on 'Where the Light Gets In – Why Canada’s Global Engagement Matters' hosted by McGill University in Montreal on Monday, Oct. 6. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

O’Regan to moderate a fireside chat with Enbridge CEO Greg Ebel at The Carlu in Toronto on Oct. 2

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 29 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 1-3; Oct. 6-10; Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28;
Former Trudeau-era cabinet minister Seamus O’Regan, pictured Feb. 27, 2024, on the Hill, will moderate a fireside chat with Greg Ebel, president and CEO of Enbridge Inc. on Thursday, Oct. 2, at 11:30 a.m. in at The Carlu in Toronto. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

O’Regan to moderate a fireside chat with Enbridge CEO Greg Ebel at The Carlu in Toronto on Oct. 2

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 29 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 1-3; Oct. 6-10; Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28;

O’Regan to moderate a fireside chat with Enbridge CEO Greg Ebel at The Carlu in Toronto on Oct. 2

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 29 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Oct. 1-3; Oct. 6-10; Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28;
Former Trudeau-era cabinet minister Seamus O’Regan, pictured Feb. 27, 2024, on the Hill, will moderate a fireside chat with Greg Ebel, president and CEO of Enbridge Inc. on Thursday, Oct. 2, at 11:30 a.m. in at The Carlu in Toronto. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Parliamentary Centre, Carleton University to host MP orientation session Sept. 26

  • WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24 Bacon and Eggheads Breakfast—The Partnership Group for Science and Engineering hosts its first Bacon and Eggheads breakfast of the 2025-26 parliamentary
New Liberal MP Pauline Rochefort, centre, speaks with colleagues during a House of Commons-run orientation session in the Lower Chamber on May 21. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Parliamentary Centre, Carleton University to host MP orientation session Sept. 26

  • WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24 Bacon and Eggheads Breakfast—The Partnership Group for Science and Engineering hosts its first Bacon and Eggheads breakfast of the 2025-26 parliamentary

Parliamentary Centre, Carleton University to host MP orientation session Sept. 26

  • WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24 Bacon and Eggheads Breakfast—The Partnership Group for Science and Engineering hosts its first Bacon and Eggheads breakfast of the 2025-26 parliamentary
New Liberal MP Pauline Rochefort, centre, speaks with colleagues during a House of Commons-run orientation session in the Lower Chamber on May 21. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Peter Buttigieg to speak at Canada 2020 Summit dinner on Sept. 22 in Ottawa

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 22 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Sept. 22-26; Oc. 1-3; Oct. 6-10; Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21;
On the eve of its Future Forward Summit, Canada 2020 will host a dinner event with special guest Pete Buttigieg, former United States Secretary of Transportation. Monday, Sept. 22, at 5:30 p.m. ET at The Westin Ottawa. Details: canada2020.ca. Photograph courtesy of Wikipedia

Peter Buttigieg to speak at Canada 2020 Summit dinner on Sept. 22 in Ottawa

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 22 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Sept. 22-26; Oc. 1-3; Oct. 6-10; Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21;

Peter Buttigieg to speak at Canada 2020 Summit dinner on Sept. 22 in Ottawa

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 22 House Schedule—The House of Commons will sit Sept. 22-26; Oc. 1-3; Oct. 6-10; Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21;
On the eve of its Future Forward Summit, Canada 2020 will host a dinner event with special guest Pete Buttigieg, former United States Secretary of Transportation. Monday, Sept. 22, at 5:30 p.m. ET at The Westin Ottawa. Details: canada2020.ca. Photograph courtesy of Wikipedia

Youth descend on Senate Chamber for climate solutions assembly

  • WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 17 CUTA 2025 Policy Forum—The Canadian Urban Transit Association hosts its 2025 Policy Forum, bringing together some of North America’s leading transit
Senators and MPs have been invited to the Senate Chamber to hear from participants in the Canadian Youth Climate Assembly on Sept. 21. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Youth descend on Senate Chamber for climate solutions assembly

  • WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 17 CUTA 2025 Policy Forum—The Canadian Urban Transit Association hosts its 2025 Policy Forum, bringing together some of North America’s leading transit

Youth descend on Senate Chamber for climate solutions assembly

  • WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 17 CUTA 2025 Policy Forum—The Canadian Urban Transit Association hosts its 2025 Policy Forum, bringing together some of North America’s leading transit
Senators and MPs have been invited to the Senate Chamber to hear from participants in the Canadian Youth Climate Assembly on Sept. 21. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

House is back and it’s going to be busy

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 15 House Returns—The House of Commons returns on Monday, Sept. 15, and it’s expected to be a busy fall sitting. It will
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly, left, pictured on the Hill on June 5, 2025. MPs return on Monday, Sept. 15, after a nearly three-month summer recess. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

House is back and it’s going to be busy

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 15 House Returns—The House of Commons returns on Monday, Sept. 15, and it’s expected to be a busy fall sitting. It will

House is back and it’s going to be busy

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 15 House Returns—The House of Commons returns on Monday, Sept. 15, and it’s expected to be a busy fall sitting. It will
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly, left, pictured on the Hill on June 5, 2025. MPs return on Monday, Sept. 15, after a nearly three-month summer recess. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Supreme Court justices head north for anniversary visit to Yellowknife from Sept. 14-15

  • TUESDAY SEPT. 9—FRIDAY, SEPT. 12 Liberal National Caucus Meeting—The federal Liberals will meet from Tuesday, Sept. 9, to Friday, Sept. 12, for their national
Richard Wagner
Richard Wagner
Chief Justice Richard Wagner will lead a delegation of top jurists to Yellowknife, N.W.T., for the third in a series of five visits planned this year to celebrate the Supreme Court’s 150th anniversary from Sept. 14-15. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Supreme Court justices head north for anniversary visit to Yellowknife from Sept. 14-15

  • TUESDAY SEPT. 9—FRIDAY, SEPT. 12 Liberal National Caucus Meeting—The federal Liberals will meet from Tuesday, Sept. 9, to Friday, Sept. 12, for their national

Supreme Court justices head north for anniversary visit to Yellowknife from Sept. 14-15

  • TUESDAY SEPT. 9—FRIDAY, SEPT. 12 Liberal National Caucus Meeting—The federal Liberals will meet from Tuesday, Sept. 9, to Friday, Sept. 12, for their national
Richard Wagner
Chief Justice Richard Wagner will lead a delegation of top jurists to Yellowknife, N.W.T., for the third in a series of five visits planned this year to celebrate the Supreme Court’s 150th anniversary from Sept. 14-15. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Liberal caucus to meet in Edmonton this week

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 8 Panel: ‘Pole Possessions in International Relations’—The University of Ottawa hosts a talk: “Pole Possessions in International Relations: Status and Geopolitics in
Prime Minister Mark Carney addresses the Liberal party caucus meeting in the West Block on May 25, 2025. Carney will connect with his caucus between Sept. 9 and Sept. 12 in Edmonton to prepare for the fall session, which begins on Sept. 15. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Liberal caucus to meet in Edmonton this week

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 8 Panel: ‘Pole Possessions in International Relations’—The University of Ottawa hosts a talk: “Pole Possessions in International Relations: Status and Geopolitics in

Liberal caucus to meet in Edmonton this week

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 8 Panel: ‘Pole Possessions in International Relations’—The University of Ottawa hosts a talk: “Pole Possessions in International Relations: Status and Geopolitics in
Prime Minister Mark Carney addresses the Liberal party caucus meeting in the West Block on May 25, 2025. Carney will connect with his caucus between Sept. 9 and Sept. 12 in Edmonton to prepare for the fall session, which begins on Sept. 15. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Alberta Premier Smith to headline Canada Strong and Free Network conference in Calgary on Sept. 6

  • WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3—FRIDAY, SEPT. 5 Assembly of First Nations’ AGA—The Assembly of First Nations hosts its annual general assembly. Wednesday, Sept. 3, to Friday,
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is a keynote speaker for the Canada Strong and Free Network's 2025 Regional Conference in Calgary on Sept. 6. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Alberta Premier Smith to headline Canada Strong and Free Network conference in Calgary on Sept. 6

  • WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3—FRIDAY, SEPT. 5 Assembly of First Nations’ AGA—The Assembly of First Nations hosts its annual general assembly. Wednesday, Sept. 3, to Friday,

Alberta Premier Smith to headline Canada Strong and Free Network conference in Calgary on Sept. 6

  • WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3—FRIDAY, SEPT. 5 Assembly of First Nations’ AGA—The Assembly of First Nations hosts its annual general assembly. Wednesday, Sept. 3, to Friday,
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is a keynote speaker for the Canada Strong and Free Network's 2025 Regional Conference in Calgary on Sept. 6. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Assembly of First Nations gathers in Winnipeg for its annual meeting

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 1 Senator Seidman’s Retirement—Today is Quebec Conservative Senator Judith Seidman’s 75th birthday, which means her mandatory retirement from the Senate. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3—FRIDAY,
National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak of the Assembly of First Nations will address members on Sept. 3 at the organization's annual general assembly in Winnipeg. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Assembly of First Nations gathers in Winnipeg for its annual meeting

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 1 Senator Seidman’s Retirement—Today is Quebec Conservative Senator Judith Seidman’s 75th birthday, which means her mandatory retirement from the Senate. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3—FRIDAY,

Assembly of First Nations gathers in Winnipeg for its annual meeting

  • MONDAY, SEPT. 1 Senator Seidman’s Retirement—Today is Quebec Conservative Senator Judith Seidman’s 75th birthday, which means her mandatory retirement from the Senate. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3—FRIDAY,
National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak of the Assembly of First Nations will address members on Sept. 3 at the organization's annual general assembly in Winnipeg. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Sen. Seidman’s official farewell to the Red Chamber happens as she marks her 75th birthday on Sept. 1

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 27 Elevate Girls on the Hill—Elevate International hosts a leadership forum that brings girls and young women to the steps of Parliament
Conservative Senator Judith Seidman will officially retire from the Senate on Sept. 1 after 16 years in the Chamber. Screenshot courtesy of SenVu

Sen. Seidman’s official farewell to the Red Chamber happens as she marks her 75th birthday on Sept. 1

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 27 Elevate Girls on the Hill—Elevate International hosts a leadership forum that brings girls and young women to the steps of Parliament

Sen. Seidman’s official farewell to the Red Chamber happens as she marks her 75th birthday on Sept. 1

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 27 Elevate Girls on the Hill—Elevate International hosts a leadership forum that brings girls and young women to the steps of Parliament
Conservative Senator Judith Seidman will officially retire from the Senate on Sept. 1 after 16 years in the Chamber. Screenshot courtesy of SenVu

Mexican embassy to launch new book on cultural diplomacy and free trade

  • SUNDAY, AUG. 24—TUESDAY, AUG. 26 Victoria Forum—The Senate of Canada co-hosts the Victoria Forum. This year’s theme is: “Towards a Better Future: Shifting the
The Embassy of Mexico, led by Ambassador Carlos Joaquín González, will host the launch party for the book, Cultural Diplomacy and Free Trade in North America, on Aug. 27, at the Global Centre for Pluralism. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Mexican embassy to launch new book on cultural diplomacy and free trade

  • SUNDAY, AUG. 24—TUESDAY, AUG. 26 Victoria Forum—The Senate of Canada co-hosts the Victoria Forum. This year’s theme is: “Towards a Better Future: Shifting the

Mexican embassy to launch new book on cultural diplomacy and free trade

  • SUNDAY, AUG. 24—TUESDAY, AUG. 26 Victoria Forum—The Senate of Canada co-hosts the Victoria Forum. This year’s theme is: “Towards a Better Future: Shifting the
The Embassy of Mexico, led by Ambassador Carlos Joaquín González, will host the launch party for the book, Cultural Diplomacy and Free Trade in North America, on Aug. 27, at the Global Centre for Pluralism. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin to sit down with Halifax Chamber on Aug. 22

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 20 Webinar: ‘The Value of Post-Secondary Education in Canada’—The Canadian Alliance of Student Associations hosts the virtual launch of its 2025 report:
Julie Dabrusin
Julie Dabrusin
Environment and Climate Change Minister Julie Dabrusin will take part in a fireside chat on how Canada can adapt and mitigate climate change hosted by the Halifax Chamber of Commerce on Friday, Aug. 22. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin to sit down with Halifax Chamber on Aug. 22

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 20 Webinar: ‘The Value of Post-Secondary Education in Canada’—The Canadian Alliance of Student Associations hosts the virtual launch of its 2025 report:

Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin to sit down with Halifax Chamber on Aug. 22

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 20 Webinar: ‘The Value of Post-Secondary Education in Canada’—The Canadian Alliance of Student Associations hosts the virtual launch of its 2025 report:
Julie Dabrusin
Environment and Climate Change Minister Julie Dabrusin will take part in a fireside chat on how Canada can adapt and mitigate climate change hosted by the Halifax Chamber of Commerce on Friday, Aug. 22. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Battle River-Crowfoot, Alta., byelection shakes down today

  • MONDAY, AUG. 18 Byelection in Battle River–Crowfoot—Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is running in the byelection in Battle River–Crowfoot, Alta., which is happening today. Former
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre at the opening of the Calgary Stampede on July 4, 2025. Photograph courtesy of X/Pierre Poilievre

Battle River-Crowfoot, Alta., byelection shakes down today

  • MONDAY, AUG. 18 Byelection in Battle River–Crowfoot—Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is running in the byelection in Battle River–Crowfoot, Alta., which is happening today. Former

Battle River-Crowfoot, Alta., byelection shakes down today

  • MONDAY, AUG. 18 Byelection in Battle River–Crowfoot—Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is running in the byelection in Battle River–Crowfoot, Alta., which is happening today. Former
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre at the opening of the Calgary Stampede on July 4, 2025. Photograph courtesy of X/Pierre Poilievre

Macdonald-Laurier Institute talks today’s attention economy on Aug. 13

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13 Webinar: ‘Breaking the Feed’—The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a webinar, “Breaking the Feed: Does the attention economy undermine our democracy?” Beyond distorting
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute is hosting a webinar on Aug. 13 exploring the complex relationship between free speech, democracy, and today's attention economy. Photograph courtesy of Unsplash/Robin Worrall

Macdonald-Laurier Institute talks today’s attention economy on Aug. 13

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13 Webinar: ‘Breaking the Feed’—The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a webinar, “Breaking the Feed: Does the attention economy undermine our democracy?” Beyond distorting

Macdonald-Laurier Institute talks today’s attention economy on Aug. 13

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13 Webinar: ‘Breaking the Feed’—The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a webinar, “Breaking the Feed: Does the attention economy undermine our democracy?” Beyond distorting
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute is hosting a webinar on Aug. 13 exploring the complex relationship between free speech, democracy, and today's attention economy. Photograph courtesy of Unsplash/Robin Worrall

Emergency Management Minister Olszewski to take part in ‘Pints and Politics’ event in Regina on Aug. 11

  • MONDAY, AUG. 11 Pints and Politics with Minister Olszewski—Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski hosts a “Pints and Politics” event. Monday, Aug. 11, at 5
Eleanor Olszewski
Eleanor Olszewski
Minister of Emergency Management Eleanor Olszewski is expected to take part in a "Pints and Politics" event in Regina, Sask., on Monday, Aug. 11. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Emergency Management Minister Olszewski to take part in ‘Pints and Politics’ event in Regina on Aug. 11

  • MONDAY, AUG. 11 Pints and Politics with Minister Olszewski—Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski hosts a “Pints and Politics” event. Monday, Aug. 11, at 5

Emergency Management Minister Olszewski to take part in ‘Pints and Politics’ event in Regina on Aug. 11

  • MONDAY, AUG. 11 Pints and Politics with Minister Olszewski—Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski hosts a “Pints and Politics” event. Monday, Aug. 11, at 5
Eleanor Olszewski
Minister of Emergency Management Eleanor Olszewski is expected to take part in a "Pints and Politics" event in Regina, Sask., on Monday, Aug. 11. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Macdonald-Laurier Institute digs into housing policy at Aug. 6 panel

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6 Panel: ‘Building Better Housing Policy’—The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a panel discussion addressing how immigration patterns affect supply and demand, how demographic
Semi-detached single family homes in Ottawa’s Greenboro neighbourhood
Semi-detached single family homes in Ottawa’s Greenboro neighbourhood
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a virtual panel discussion addressing how immigration patterns affect supply and demand, how demographic shifts are changing housing needs, and how affordability influences key life decisions on Aug. 6. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Macdonald-Laurier Institute digs into housing policy at Aug. 6 panel

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6 Panel: ‘Building Better Housing Policy’—The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a panel discussion addressing how immigration patterns affect supply and demand, how demographic

Macdonald-Laurier Institute digs into housing policy at Aug. 6 panel

  • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6 Panel: ‘Building Better Housing Policy’—The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a panel discussion addressing how immigration patterns affect supply and demand, how demographic
Semi-detached single family homes in Ottawa’s Greenboro neighbourhood
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a virtual panel discussion addressing how immigration patterns affect supply and demand, how demographic shifts are changing housing needs, and how affordability influences key life decisions on Aug. 6. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canada’s Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr to speak at Aerospace Defence and Security Expo in B.C. on Aug. 7-8

  • TUESDAY, AUG. 5 Lecture on Green Hydrogen and the Clean Energy Transition—The Balsillie School for International Affairs hosts a hybrid lecture on “Green Hydrogen:
The view of Earth’s horizon as the sun sets over the Pacific Ocean was taken by an Expedition 7 crew member onboard the International Space Station. Anvil tops of thunderclouds are also visible. Photograph courtesy NASA

Canada’s Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr to speak at Aerospace Defence and Security Expo in B.C. on Aug. 7-8

  • TUESDAY, AUG. 5 Lecture on Green Hydrogen and the Clean Energy Transition—The Balsillie School for International Affairs hosts a hybrid lecture on “Green Hydrogen:

Canada’s Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr to speak at Aerospace Defence and Security Expo in B.C. on Aug. 7-8

  • TUESDAY, AUG. 5 Lecture on Green Hydrogen and the Clean Energy Transition—The Balsillie School for International Affairs hosts a hybrid lecture on “Green Hydrogen:
The view of Earth’s horizon as the sun sets over the Pacific Ocean was taken by an Expedition 7 crew member onboard the International Space Station. Anvil tops of thunderclouds are also visible. Photograph courtesy NASA

CRTC chair Eatrides to talk telecom in Canada as part of CIPPIC summer panel on July 30

  • WEDNESDAY, JULY 30 Bank of Canada Rate Announcement—The Bank of Canada will announce its decision on the target for the overnight rate. The Bank
Vicky Eatrides
Vicky Eatrides
As part of its CIPPIC Summer Speaker Series 2025, the University of Ottawa’s Canadian Internet Policy and Public Interest Clinic hosts a discussion on 'Telecommunications in Canada,' featuring CRTC chair and CEO Vicky Eatrides among the panellists. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

CRTC chair Eatrides to talk telecom in Canada as part of CIPPIC summer panel on July 30

  • WEDNESDAY, JULY 30 Bank of Canada Rate Announcement—The Bank of Canada will announce its decision on the target for the overnight rate. The Bank

CRTC chair Eatrides to talk telecom in Canada as part of CIPPIC summer panel on July 30

  • WEDNESDAY, JULY 30 Bank of Canada Rate Announcement—The Bank of Canada will announce its decision on the target for the overnight rate. The Bank
Vicky Eatrides
As part of its CIPPIC Summer Speaker Series 2025, the University of Ottawa’s Canadian Internet Policy and Public Interest Clinic hosts a discussion on 'Telecommunications in Canada,' featuring CRTC chair and CEO Vicky Eatrides among the panellists. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canadian Health Coalition to host a webinar on July 28, ‘Continuing the fight for pharmacare, breaking the grip of big pharma’

  • MONDAY, JULY 28 Webinar: ‘Continuing the Fight for Pharmacare’—The Canadian Health Coalition hosts a webinar, “Continuing the fight for pharmacare, breaking the grip of
The Canadian Health Coalition hosts a webinar, 'Continuing the fight for pharmacare, breaking the grip of big pharma,' featuring Dr. Joel Lexchin and Sharon Batt. Monday, July 28, at 12 p.m. ET. happening online: healthcoalition.ca. Image courtesy of Pixabay

Canadian Health Coalition to host a webinar on July 28, ‘Continuing the fight for pharmacare, breaking the grip of big pharma’

  • MONDAY, JULY 28 Webinar: ‘Continuing the Fight for Pharmacare’—The Canadian Health Coalition hosts a webinar, “Continuing the fight for pharmacare, breaking the grip of

Canadian Health Coalition to host a webinar on July 28, ‘Continuing the fight for pharmacare, breaking the grip of big pharma’

  • MONDAY, JULY 28 Webinar: ‘Continuing the Fight for Pharmacare’—The Canadian Health Coalition hosts a webinar, “Continuing the fight for pharmacare, breaking the grip of
The Canadian Health Coalition hosts a webinar, 'Continuing the fight for pharmacare, breaking the grip of big pharma,' featuring Dr. Joel Lexchin and Sharon Batt. Monday, July 28, at 12 p.m. ET. happening online: healthcoalition.ca. Image courtesy of Pixabay

Elevate’s Girls on the Hill program brings rising leaders to Ottawa on July 23

  • MONDAY, JULY 21—WEDNESDAY, JULY 23 Council of the Federation Summer Meeting—Ontario Premier Doug Ford, chair of the Council of the Federation, will host the
Elevate International hosts a leadership forum that brings girls and young women to the steps of Parliament Hill for a day of leadership, empowerment, and celebration at the Sir John A. Macdonald Building on July 23. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Elevate’s Girls on the Hill program brings rising leaders to Ottawa on July 23

  • MONDAY, JULY 21—WEDNESDAY, JULY 23 Council of the Federation Summer Meeting—Ontario Premier Doug Ford, chair of the Council of the Federation, will host the

Elevate’s Girls on the Hill program brings rising leaders to Ottawa on July 23

  • MONDAY, JULY 21—WEDNESDAY, JULY 23 Council of the Federation Summer Meeting—Ontario Premier Doug Ford, chair of the Council of the Federation, will host the
Elevate International hosts a leadership forum that brings girls and young women to the steps of Parliament Hill for a day of leadership, empowerment, and celebration at the Sir John A. Macdonald Building on July 23. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
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Ontario Premier Ford to star in Ottawa mayor’s breakfast event on March 28

  • SUNDAY, MARCH 24—FRIDAY, MARCH 29 Minister Ng to Lead Two Trade Missions to Asia—Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, and Economic Development Mary Ng will lead
Ontario Premier Doug Ford will be the special guest at the Mayor's Breakfast hosted by Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, the Ottawa Business Journal , and the Ottawa Board of Trade on Thursday, March 28. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Ontario Premier Ford to star in Ottawa mayor’s breakfast event on March 28

  • SUNDAY, MARCH 24—FRIDAY, MARCH 29 Minister Ng to Lead Two Trade Missions to Asia—Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, and Economic Development Mary Ng will lead

Ontario Premier Ford to star in Ottawa mayor’s breakfast event on March 28

  • SUNDAY, MARCH 24—FRIDAY, MARCH 29 Minister Ng to Lead Two Trade Missions to Asia—Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, and Economic Development Mary Ng will lead
Ontario Premier Doug Ford will be the special guest at the Mayor's Breakfast hosted by Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, the Ottawa Business Journal , and the Ottawa Board of Trade on Thursday, March 28. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Ng to lead two trade missions to Asia

  • SUNDAY, MARCH 24—FRIDAY, MARCH 29 Minister Ng to Lead Two Trade Missions to Asia—Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, and Economic Development Mary Ng will lead
Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development Mary Ng is leading Team Canada trade missions to Malaysia and Vietnam from March 24-29. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Ng to lead two trade missions to Asia

  • SUNDAY, MARCH 24—FRIDAY, MARCH 29 Minister Ng to Lead Two Trade Missions to Asia—Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, and Economic Development Mary Ng will lead

Ng to lead two trade missions to Asia

  • SUNDAY, MARCH 24—FRIDAY, MARCH 29 Minister Ng to Lead Two Trade Missions to Asia—Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, and Economic Development Mary Ng will lead
Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development Mary Ng is leading Team Canada trade missions to Malaysia and Vietnam from March 24-29. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Senators Bernard, Hartling mark National Social Work Month with March 21 luncheon

  • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. It returns on March 18
PSG Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard, left, and ISG Senator Nancy Hartling will host a lunch event marking National Social Work Month on Thursday, March 21, in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building. Photograph courtesy of Sen. Wanda Thomas Bernard's office, and The Hill Times photograph by Charelle Evelyn

Senators Bernard, Hartling mark National Social Work Month with March 21 luncheon

  • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. It returns on March 18

Senators Bernard, Hartling mark National Social Work Month with March 21 luncheon

  • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. It returns on March 18
PSG Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard, left, and ISG Senator Nancy Hartling will host a lunch event marking National Social Work Month on Thursday, March 21, in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building. Photograph courtesy of Sen. Wanda Thomas Bernard's office, and The Hill Times photograph by Charelle Evelyn

Vandal to speak at Arctic Energy and Resources Symposium in Calgary this week

  • MONDAY, MARCH 18 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. It returns on March 18
Minister of Northern Affairs Dan Vandal will deliver remarks at the 23rd annual Arctic Energy and Resource Symposium hosted by the Canadian Institute, March 20-21 in Calgary. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Vandal to speak at Arctic Energy and Resources Symposium in Calgary this week

  • MONDAY, MARCH 18 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. It returns on March 18

Vandal to speak at Arctic Energy and Resources Symposium in Calgary this week

  • MONDAY, MARCH 18 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. It returns on March 18
Minister of Northern Affairs Dan Vandal will deliver remarks at the 23rd annual Arctic Energy and Resource Symposium hosted by the Canadian Institute, March 20-21 in Calgary. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

AG Karen Hogan tables First Nations housing, policing audits on March 19

  • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House is on break
Auditor General Karen Hogan will deliver three performance audit reports on Tuesday, March 19, at 10 a.m. ET in the House of Commons. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

AG Karen Hogan tables First Nations housing, policing audits on March 19

  • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House is on break

AG Karen Hogan tables First Nations housing, policing audits on March 19

  • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House is on break
Auditor General Karen Hogan will deliver three performance audit reports on Tuesday, March 19, at 10 a.m. ET in the House of Commons. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Cohen to deliver keynote on U.S.-Canada cross border collaboration in life science and technology

  • MONDAY, MARCH 11 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House is on break
U.S. Ambassador to Canada David Cohen will deliver a keynote address on 'U.S-Canada Cross Border Collaboration in Life Sciences and Technology,' on Friday, March 15, at 11 a.m. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Cohen to deliver keynote on U.S.-Canada cross border collaboration in life science and technology

  • MONDAY, MARCH 11 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House is on break

Cohen to deliver keynote on U.S.-Canada cross border collaboration in life science and technology

  • MONDAY, MARCH 11 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House is on break
U.S. Ambassador to Canada David Cohen will deliver a keynote address on 'U.S-Canada Cross Border Collaboration in Life Sciences and Technology,' on Friday, March 15, at 11 a.m. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

GG Mary Simon headlines noon keynote among International Women’s Day celebrations on March 8

  • TUESDAY, MARCH 5—THURSDAY, MARCH 7 AFN’s National Emergency Management Forum—The Assembly of First Nations hosts its second “National Emergency Management Forum: Floods, Wildfires, Severe Storms, and
Governor General Mary Simon will deliver a keynote address at an International Womens’ Day lunch hosted by the Canadian Club of Ottawa on March 8, at 11:30 a.m. at the Shaw Centre. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

GG Mary Simon headlines noon keynote among International Women’s Day celebrations on March 8

  • TUESDAY, MARCH 5—THURSDAY, MARCH 7 AFN’s National Emergency Management Forum—The Assembly of First Nations hosts its second “National Emergency Management Forum: Floods, Wildfires, Severe Storms, and

GG Mary Simon headlines noon keynote among International Women’s Day celebrations on March 8

  • TUESDAY, MARCH 5—THURSDAY, MARCH 7 AFN’s National Emergency Management Forum—The Assembly of First Nations hosts its second “National Emergency Management Forum: Floods, Wildfires, Severe Storms, and
Governor General Mary Simon will deliver a keynote address at an International Womens’ Day lunch hosted by the Canadian Club of Ottawa on March 8, at 11:30 a.m. at the Shaw Centre. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Wab Kinew to deliver speech at Economic Club of Canada on March 4 in Toronto

  • MONDAY, MARCH 4 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House breaks for two
Wab Kinew
Wab Kinew
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew will deliver a speech at the Economic Club of Canada on Monday, March 4, at 11:45 a.m. ET at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Wab Kinew to deliver speech at Economic Club of Canada on March 4 in Toronto

  • MONDAY, MARCH 4 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House breaks for two

Wab Kinew to deliver speech at Economic Club of Canada on March 4 in Toronto

  • MONDAY, MARCH 4 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House breaks for two
Wab Kinew
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew will deliver a speech at the Economic Club of Canada on Monday, March 4, at 11:45 a.m. ET at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Italian PM Meloni touches down in Toronto, meets with PM Trudeau on March 2

  • MONDAY, FEB. 26—THURSDAY, FEB. 29 WTO Ministerial Conference—International Trade, Export Promotion, and Economic Development Minister Mary Ng will attend the 13th World Trade Organization
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will arrive in Toronto on March 2 for her first official visit to Canada. State Chancellery of the Republic of Latvia photograph by Gatis Rozenfelds

Italian PM Meloni touches down in Toronto, meets with PM Trudeau on March 2

  • MONDAY, FEB. 26—THURSDAY, FEB. 29 WTO Ministerial Conference—International Trade, Export Promotion, and Economic Development Minister Mary Ng will attend the 13th World Trade Organization

Italian PM Meloni touches down in Toronto, meets with PM Trudeau on March 2

  • MONDAY, FEB. 26—THURSDAY, FEB. 29 WTO Ministerial Conference—International Trade, Export Promotion, and Economic Development Minister Mary Ng will attend the 13th World Trade Organization
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will arrive in Toronto on March 2 for her first official visit to Canada. State Chancellery of the Republic of Latvia photograph by Gatis Rozenfelds

Champagne to speak at Ottawa Mayor’s Breakfast on Feb. 27 at Ottawa City Hall

  • MONDAY, FEB. 26 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House returns for one
Innovation, Science, and Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne will be the special guest at the Mayor's Breakfast, hosted by Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, the Ottawa Board of Trade, and the Ottawa Business Journal on Thursday, Feb. 29, at 7 a.m. ET at Ottawa City Hall. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Champagne to speak at Ottawa Mayor’s Breakfast on Feb. 27 at Ottawa City Hall

  • MONDAY, FEB. 26 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House returns for one

Champagne to speak at Ottawa Mayor’s Breakfast on Feb. 27 at Ottawa City Hall

  • MONDAY, FEB. 26 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House returns for one
Innovation, Science, and Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne will be the special guest at the Mayor's Breakfast, hosted by Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, the Ottawa Board of Trade, and the Ottawa Business Journal on Thursday, Feb. 29, at 7 a.m. ET at Ottawa City Hall. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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