WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18<\/p>\n
House Schedule\u2014The House of Commons is scheduled to sit for 117 days this year. Here\u2019s the schedule for 2026<\/a>: it will sit Monday to Friday, Jan. 26-Feb. 13; Feb. 23-27; March 9-13; March 23-Thursday, March 26; April 13-May 8; May 25-June 19; Sept. 21-Oct. 9; Oct. 19-Nov. 6; and Nov. 16-Dec. 11.<\/p>\n Bank of Canada Interest Rate Announcement\u2014The Bank of Canada will announce the new target for the overnight rate. Wednesday, March 18, at 9:45 a.m. ET. Details: bankofcanada.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n Book Launch: Constitutional Challengers\u2014The University of Ottawa hosts the launch of a new book, Constitutional Challengers. Professor Adam Dodek and his team of researchers have collected 26 of the most significant cases and highlighted the people behind them, examining how they became entangled in the Canadian legal system. Wednesday, March 18 at 11:30 a.m. ET at the University of Ottawa, Fauteux Hall, 57 Louis Pasteur Priv., Ottawa. Details via Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n Pints and Politics with MP Wilkinson\u2014Liberal MP Jonathan Wilkinson and fellow Liberals in North Vancouver\u2013Capilano will take part in a \u201cPints and Politics\u201d event. Wednesday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. PT at a location to be announced in Vancouver. Details: liberal.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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THURSDAY, MARCH 19<\/p>\n Global Healthcare Innovation Summit\u2014The Global Healthcare Innovation Summit brings together senior global decision-makers responsible for health-care strategy, public policy, investment, and system transformation to address the most-urgent challenges and transformative opportunities shaping the future of health care. Thursday, March 19 at 8 a.m. ET at the Fairmont Ch\u00e2teau Laurier, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa. Details via Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n Symposium: \u2018SAVE AS\u2019\u2014The International Film Festival of Ottawa hosts \u201cSAVE AS,\u201d a one-day symposium exploring the future of restoring, preserving, distributing, and exhibiting heritage cinema with expert panels, case studies, screenings, and networking. Thursday, March 19, at 9:30 a.m. ET at Library and Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa. Details:\u00a0iffo.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n Minister Champagne to Attend Fundraiser\u2014Finance Minister Fran\u00e7ois-Philippe Champagne will join candidate Dr. Danielle Martin\u00a0for a fundraiser hosted by the University\u2013Rosedale Federal Liberal Association. Thursday, March 19, at 5:30 p.m. ET at The National Club, 303 Bay St., Toronto. Details: liberal.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n Madelaine Drohan\u00a0to Discuss Her New Book\u2014The Canadian International Council hosts award-winning journalist and historian\u00a0Madelaine Drohan who will talk about her new book, He Did Not Conquer: Benjamin Franklin\u2019s Failure to Annex Canada. Thursday, March 19, at 5:30 p.m. PT at Creekside Community Centre, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver. Register: thecic.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Film:\u00a0Point of Order\u2014The International Film Festival of Ottawa will screen this landmark documentary. Emile de Antonio distills 188 hours of the 1954 Army-McCarthy hearings into a raw 97 minutes without narration or commentary. Thursday, March 19, at 8:30 p.m. ET at the Ottawa Art Gallery, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge. Details: iffo.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n Minister Michel to Attend Fundraiser\u2014Health Minister Marjorie Michel will attend a fundraiser for the Judy LaMarsh fund, hosted by the National Women\u2019s Liberal Commission. Friday, March 20, at 5:30 p.m. ET at Chez Alexandre, 1454 Peel St., Montreal. Details: liberal.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n SUNDAY, MARCH 22<\/p>\n Film: The Eyes of Ghana\u2014The International Film Festival of Ottawa will screen this 2025 documentary in which two-time Oscar winner Ben Proudfoot traces Ghanaian cameraman Chris Hesse\u2019s mission to preserve Kwame Nkrumah\u2019s 1960s political footage amid upheaval. Executive producers: Barack and Michelle Obama. Sunday, March 22, at 2 p.m. ET at the Ottawa Art Gallery, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge. Details: iffo.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n MONDAY, MARCH 23<\/p>\n Saab CEO to Deliver Remarks\u2014President and CEO of Swedish defence and security company Saab AB Micael Johansson will take part in a conversation hosted by the Canadian Club of Ottawa. Swedish Ambassador to Canada Signe Burgstaller will give opening remarks. Monday, March 23, at 11:30 a.m. ET at the Fairmont Ch\u00e2teau Laurier, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa. Register: canadianclubottawa.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY, MARCH 24<\/p>\n \u2018A Preventative Approach to Targeted Violence and Hate\u2019\u2014Senator Kristopher Wells and the Organization for the Prevention of Violence host \u201cA Preventative Approach to Targeted Violence and Hate.\u201d Meet and network with professionals dedicated to addressing the crisis in youth violence and harm online, community safety, hate crime prevention, and countering violent extremism. Refreshments will be served. Tuesday, March 24, at 4:30 p.m. ET in the Senate Lounge, Senate of Canada Building, 2 Rideau St., Ottawa. Register via Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n Canada\u2019s Anti-Fentanyl Commissioner to Deliver Remarks\u2014Kevin Brosseau, commissioner of Canada\u2019s Fight Against Fentanyl, Privy Council Office, will take part in a panel discussion on opioids hosted by The Walrus Talks. Tuesday, March 24, at 7 p.m. ET at Isabel Bader Theatre, 93 Charles St. W., Toronto. Register: thewalrus.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25<\/p>\n 2026 Riddell Reception\u2014Liberal MP Karim Bardeesy, Conservative MP Melissa Lantsman, and former NDP chief of staff Jennifer Howard will take part in this year\u2019s Riddell Reception hosted by Carleton University. Students, political leaders and their staff, government officials and others from the political spectrum will gather for a candid, respectful conversation about politics in Canada. Wednesday, March 25 at 5:30 p.m. at the National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St., Ottawa. Register: carleton.ca.<\/a><\/p>\n Lecture: \u2018Peace, Order, and Good Journalism (with a Side of Comedy)\u2019\u2014Carleton University hosts the 2026 Kesterton Lecture featuring Stewart \u201cBrittlestar\u201d Reynolds who will speak on \u201cPeace, Order, and Good Journalism (with a Side of Comedy),\u201d exploring why journalism is needed more than ever, how algorithms shape what we see (and believe), and why getting your news from comedians on the internet (including him) is probably not the best idea. Wednesday, March 25, at 7 p.m. ET at Richcraft Hall, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Dr., Ottawa. Details: events.carleton.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY, MARCH 26<\/p>\n 2026 Scorecard Reporting Event\u2014The Coalition for a Better Future and the University of Ottawa hosts the 2026 Scorecard Report, measuring Canada\u2019s progress toward long-term, inclusive and sustainable economic growth. Speakers include the Coalition\u2019s co-chairs Anne McLellan and Lisa Raitt; Catherine Blewett, ex-secretary to the Treasury Board and Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council; Justine Hendricks president and CEO, Farm Credit Canada; Stephen Lucas, former deputy health minister; and ex-Bank of Canada deputy governor Carolyn Wilkins.\u00a0Thursday, March 26 at 8:30 a.m. ET at the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa. Register: canadacoalition.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n CRA Commissioner to Deliver Remarks\u2014Commissioner of the Canada Revenue Agency Bob Hamilton will deliver remarks at a lunch event hosted by the C.D. Howe Institute. Thursday, March 26, at 12 p.m. ET at the C.D. Howe Institute, 110 Yonge St., Suite 800, Toronto. Register: cdhowe.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Webinar: \u2018Restoring the Constitution\u2019s Economic Vision\u2019\u2014The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a virtual discussion on \u201cRestoring the Economic Vision of Canada\u2019s Constitution.\u201d Based on three recent MLI papers on mutual recognition, property rights, and a new agency to facilitate internal trade, this event will help develop legislative drafting instructions to translate these ideas into actionable, ready-to-adopt policy. Thursday, March 26 at 2 p.m. ET happening online. Register via Eventbrite.<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Lecture with Environics Founder Michael Adams\u2014The Canadian International Council hosts the 2026 Macdonald Lecture featuring Michael Adams, president and founder of Environics Institute for Survey Research, who will explore the evolution and divergence of social values in Canada and the United States. Thursday, March 26, at 5:30 p.m. ET at the Munk School of Global Affairs, 1 Devonshire Place, Toronto. Details: thecic.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Politics at the Pub\u2014The Canadian International Council\u2019s National Capital Branch hosts \u201cPolitics at the Pub: Diplomacy with Authoritarian and Adversarial Regimes,\u201d featuring Pamela Isfeld, president of PAFSO, and former Canadian diplomats Christopher Shapardanov and James Trottier. Thursday, March 26, at 5:30 p.m. ET at The Bridge Public House, 1 Donald St., Ottawa. Register via Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n FRIDAY, MARCH 27<\/p>\n Minister MacKinnon to Deliver Remarks\u2014Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon will deliver remarks on \u201cConnecting Canada: The Trade Infrastructure Strategy to Power Canada\u2019s Economic Future\u201d at a lunch event hosted by the Empire Club of Canada. Friday, March 27, at 11:30 a.m. ET at Arcadian Court, 401 Bay St., 8th Floor,\u00a0Toronto. Details: empireclubofcanada.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n David Suzuki at 90\u2014The Canadian Club Toronto hosts\u00a0Dr. David Suzuki\u00a0for a special luncheon celebrating his 90th birthday and presenting him, alongside his wife Dr. Tara Cullis, with the Canadian Club Toronto Lifetime Achievement Award. Friday, March 27, at 11:45 a.m. ET at the Fairmont Royal York, 100 Front St. W., Toronto. Details: canadianclub.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n FRIDAY, MARCH 27\u2014SUNDAY, MARCH 29<\/p>\n NDP National Convention\u2014New Democrats will gather in Winnipeg, Man., from Friday, March 27 to Sunday, March 29 for their National Convention where they will debate ideas, celebrate shared values, and help shape the future of their movement. Details: convention.ndp.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n SUNDAY, MARCH 29<\/p>\n Ministers LeBlanc and Fraser to Attend Fundraiser\u2014Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and Justice Minister Sean Fraser will attend a party fundraiser hosted by the Central Nova Federal Liberal Association. Sunday, March 29, at 3 p.m. AT at Summer Street Industries, 72 Park St, New Glasgow, N.S.<\/p>\n NDP Leadership Election Results\u2014The results of the election for the federal NDP\u2019s new leader will be announced today in Winnipeg.<\/p>\n MONDAY, MARCH 30<\/p>\n Ex-Senator Marc Gold to Deliver Remarks\u2014Former senator Marc Gold will deliver the 2026 Winter Eakin Lecture,\u00a0titled \u201cTwo and a Half Cheers for a More Independent and Less Partisan Senate,\u201d hosted by McGill University. Monday, March 30, at 4 p.m. ET at the Faculty Club, 3450 rue McTavish, Montreal. Details: mcgill.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY, MARCH 31<\/p>\n CEO of TC Energy to Deliver Remarks\u2014Fran\u00e7ois Poirier, CEO of TC Energy, will take part in a conversation hosted by the Canadian Club of Ottawa. Tuesday, March 31, at 11:30 a.m. ET at the Fairmont Ch\u00e2teau Laurier, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa. Register: canadianclubottawa.ca<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Minister Joly to Attend Fundraiser\u2014Industry Minister M\u00e9lanie Joly and Liberal MP Tim Watchorn will attend a fundraising event hosted by the Federal Liberal Association of Les Pays-d\u2019en-Haut. Tuesday, March 31 at 6 p.m. ET at Loiseau d\u2019\u00e0 C\u00f4t\u00e9, 10 Filion Ave., Saint-Sauveur, Que. Details: liberal.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n Bob Rae to Deliver Remarks\u2014Canada\u2019s former envoy to the United Nations Bob Rae will deliver remarks on \u201cHow the Light Gets in: Breaking Through the Shadows of an Orwellian World,\u201d hosted by the Balsillie School of International Affairs. Tuesday, March 31, at 7 p.m. ET at CIGI Auditorium, 67 Erb St. W., Waterloo, Ont. Details: balsillieschool.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY, APRIL 7<\/p>\n Minister Anand to Deliver Remarks\u2014Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand will deliver remarks at an event hosted by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. Tuesday, April 7, at 7:30 a.m. PT at the Fairmont Waterfront, 900 Canada Pl., Vancouver. Register: boardoftrade.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Lecture: \u2018Rupture, Risk,\u00a0&\u00a0Creative Insecurity\u2019\u2014The C.D. Howe Institute hosts the 2026 Sylvia Ostry Lecture: on the topic \u201cRupture, Risk,\u00a0and\u00a0Creative Insecurity: Is Canada Ready for a Strategic Shift?\u201d Robert D. Atkinson, president of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, will discuss how Canada can leverage creative insecurity to strengthen its productivity, competitiveness, and global standing. Tuesday, April 7, at the C.D. Howe Institute, 110 Yonge St., Suite 800, Toronto. Register: cdhowe.org.<\/a><\/p>\n WEDENSDAY, APRIL 8<\/p>\n Minister Anand to Deliver Remarks\u2014Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand will deliver remarks at an event hosted by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. Wednesday, April 8, at 11:30 a.m. MT at the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, 136 8 Ave. SE, Calgary. Register: calgarychamber.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY, APRIL 9\u2014SATURDAY, APRIL 11<\/p>\n Liberal National Convention\u2014The 2026 Liberal National Convention will take place from Thursday, April 9, to Saturday, April 11, in Montreal, featuring policy discussions, guest speakers, training sessions, and the election of the next national board of directors. Details: liberal.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n FRIDAY, APRIL 10<\/p>\n CIC Couchiching West\u2014The Canadian International Council presents Couchiching West, inspired by the legacy of the original Couchiching Conferences on public affairs. This year\u2019s conference is on \u201cMobilizing Canada: Power, Partnerships and Purpose in the New Global Order.\u201d Participants include a keynote by Jody Thomas, former national security and intelligence adviser to then-prime minister Justin Trudeau; and Oxford University\u2019s Dr. Michael R.J. Bonner. Friday, April 10, at 8:30 a.m. PT at the University of Victoria, 3800 Finnerty Rd., Victoria. Details: thecic.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Seminar: \u2018AI and Misinformation\u2019\u2014The Canadian Study of Parliament Group hosts a seminar on \u201cAI and Misinformation,\u201d examining how misinformation, often driven by AI, affects parliamentarians and will explore how these tools may be used by foreign or malicious actors.on Friday, April 10, at 8:30 a.m. ET at 180 Wellington St., Room 425, Ottawa. Register via Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n MONDAY, APRIL 13<\/p>\n Three Byelections in Ontario and Quebec\u2014Three federal byelections will take place today in the Quebec riding of Terrebonne, and in the Ontario ridings of Scarborough\u2013Southwest and University\u2013Rosedale. Details: elections.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY, APRIL 14<\/p>\n 2026 Economic Reconciliation Summit\u2014Canada 2020 hosts its \u201c2026 Economic Reconciliation Summit: The Indigenous-Led Economy.\u201d Indigenous leaders, industry innovators, investors, and policymakers will examine leading practices in trade, economic security, and development; highlight projects at the forefront of Indigenous ownership and control; and advance thoughtful, solutions-oriented policy conversations that move economic reconciliation from commitment to execution. Tuesday, April 14, at 8:30 a.m. ET at the Westin Hotel Ottawa, 11 Colonel By Dr. Details: canada2020.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15<\/p>\n Digital Access Day 2026\u2014The Canadian Internet Society hosts \u201cDigital Access Day 2026: Access, Autonomy, and the Open Internet\u201d asking a simple question: how do we build stronger Canadian capacity for AI, cloud, and networks without breaking the open, global internet that people rely on every day? This full-day event features panels, stories, and conversations on AI adoption, cybersecurity, sovereign infrastructure, affordability, and skills.\u00a0Wednesday, April 15 at 9 a.m. ET at Impact Hub, 123 Slater St., 6th\u00a0Floor, Ottawa. Register via Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY, APRIL 16<\/p>\n U.S. Ambassador to Deliver Remarks\u2014United States Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoesktra will deliver remarks at a lunch event hosted by the C.D. Howe Institute. Thursday, April 16, at 12 p.m. ET, at the 110 Yonge St., Suite 800, Toronto. Register: cdhowe.org.<\/a><\/p>\n MONDAY, APRIL 20\u2014TUESDAY, APRIL 21<\/p>\n Future of Business Summit\u2014The Canadian Chamber of Commerce hosts its two-day Future of Business Summit. Participants include former Canadian ambassador Bob Rae;\u00a0Alison Nankivell,\u00a0president and CEO, Export Development Canada; Marie-Philippe Bouchard,\u00a0president and CEO, CBC\/Radio-Canada;\u00a0Michael Kovrig,\u00a0founder, StrategicEffects; Zita Cobb,\u00a0founder, Shorefast, and Michelle Chawla,\u00a0president and CEO, Canada Council for the Arts. Monday, April 20, to Tuesday, April 21, at the Rogers Centre, 55 Colonel By Dr., Ottawa. Register via Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY, APRIL 21<\/p>\n Ambassador May to Deliver Remarks\u2014Canada\u2019s Ambassador to China Jennifer May will deliver remarks at a roundtable luncheon hosted by the C.D. Howe Institute. Tuesday, April 21 at 12 p.m. ET at WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22<\/p>\n National Tourism Week Reception\u2014The Tourism Association of Canada hosts its National Tourism Week 2026 Reception, sponsored by Liberal MPs Patrick Weiler and Angelo Iacono, Senator Karen Sorensen, Conservative MP Tony Baldinelli, and Bloc MP Marie-H\u00e9l\u00e8ne Gaudreau. Wednesday, April 22, at 5 p.m. ET at the Sir John A Macdonald Building, Ottawa.\u00a0Contact: tdegroot@tiac-aitc.ca.<\/p>\n 2026 Ellen Meiksins Wood Lecture\u2014The Broadbent Institute hosts the\u00a02026 Ellen Meiksins Wood Lecture, featuring Bhaskar Sunkara, founding editor of\u00a0Jacobin, president of\u00a0The Nation, and publisher of\u00a0Catalyst: A Journal of Theory and Strategy who\u2019s helped to lay the intellectual foundations for this generation\u2019s socialist movements, including that behind Zohran Mamdani\u2019s successful bid for mayor of New York City. Wednesday, April 22, at 6 p.m. ET at Toronto Metropolitan University. Register: broadbentinstitute.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n Whit Fraser to Launch His Memoir\u2014Viceregal consort and former journalist Whit Fraser will launch his new memoir, From Ragged Ass Road to Rideau Hall, hosted by the Ottawa International Writers Festival. Fraser\u2019s memoir is a collection of tales drawn from 50 years of reporting on nation-changing events. Wednesday, April 22, at 7 p.m. ET at Library and Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa. Register: writersfestival.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY, APRIL 23<\/p>\n Vale Base Metals CEO to Deliver Remarks\u2014Shaun Usmar, CEO of Vale Base Metals, will take part in a conversation hosted by the Canadian Club of Ottawa. Thursday, April 23, at 11:30 a.m. ET at the Fairmont Ch\u00e2teau Laurier, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa. Register: canadianclubottawa.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n FINTRAC CEO to Deliver Remarks\u2014Sarah Paquet, director and CEO of the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC), will deliver remarks on \u201cDirty Money, Clear Mandate: FINTRAC\u2019s Role in Protecting Canadians and Canada\u2019s Financial System,\u201d hosted by the C.D. Howe Institute. Thursday, April 23, at 12 p.m. ET at 110 Yonge St., Suite 800, Toronto. Register: cdhowe.org.<\/a><\/p>\n FRIDAY, APRIL 24<\/p>\n Minister Hodgson to Deliver Remarks\u2014Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson will deliver remarks titled, \u201cOne Year of Nation-Building: Looking Back, Moving Forward,\u201d hosted by the Empire Club of Canada. Friday, April 24, at 11:30 a.m. ET happening in person and online: empireclubofcanada.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Conservative MP Gunn at CSFN Vancouver\u2014Conservative MP Aaron Gunn will take part in the Canada Strong and Free Network\u2019s \u201cCSFN Vancouver,\u201d a day-long conference on the theme \u201cConservatism\u2019s New Frontier.\u201d Other participants include Rachael Segal, Enterprise Canada; The National Post\u2018s Tristan Hopper, and Alex Brown, director of the National Citizen\u2019s Coalition. Friday, April 24, at the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe St. Details: canadastrongandfree.network<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY, APRIL 28<\/p>\n Chief of Defence Staff to Deliver Remarks\u2014Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Jennie Carignan will deliver remarks at a lunch event hosted by the C.D. Howe Institute. Tuesday, April 28, at 12 p.m. ET at 110 Yonge St., Suite 800, Toronto. Details: cdhowe.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29<\/p>\n Bank of Canada Interest Rate Announcement\u2014The Bank of Canada will announce the new target for the overnight rate, and also publish its Monetary Policy Report. Wednesday, April 29, at 9:45 a.m. ET. Details: bankofcanada.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n World Press Freedom Day Awards Luncheon\u2014World Press Freedom hosts a luncheon in honour of World Press Freedom Day featuring a keynote speech by The Atlantic\u2018s David Frum, and the presentation of various Press Freedom Awards. Wednesday, April 29, at 11:30 a.m. ET at the National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St., Ottawa. Register: worldpressfreedomcanada.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n CSIS Director to Deliver Remarks\u2014Dan Rogers, director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, will deliver bilingual remarks at a lunch event hosted by the Montreal Council on Foreign Relations. Wednesday, April 29, at 11:30 a.m. ET at the DoubleTree by Hilton Montr\u00e9al, 1255 Jeanne-Mance St., Montreal. Register: corim.qc.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY, APRIL 30<\/p>\n Minister Michel to Deliver Remarks\u2014Health Minister Marjorie Michel will take part in a roundtable luncheon titled \u201cHealth and Economic Prosperity: Opportunities for Canada\u201d hosted by the C.D. Howe Institute. Thursday, April 30, at 12 p.m. ET at the C.D. Howe Institute, 110 Yonge St., Suite 800, Toronto. Register: cdhowe.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, MAY 6<\/p>\n Chief of Defence Staff to Deliver Remarks\u2014Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Jennie Carignan and Wendy Hadwen, assistant deputy minister, Policy-Industry, Department of National Defence, will deliver remarks at a lunch event hosted by the Montreal Council on Foreign Relations. Wednesday, May 6, at 11:30 a.m. ET at the DoubleTree by Hilton Montr\u00e9al, 1255 Jeanne-Mance St., Montreal. Register: corim.qc.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, MAY 6\u2014SATURDAY, MAY 9<\/p>\n Canada Strong and Free Networking Event\u2014Canada Strong and Free hosts a networking event where conservatives from around the world connect, share ideas, and discuss what matters most, from global affairs to domestic policy. Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is among the speakers. Wednesday, May 6, to Saturday, May 9, at the Westin Hotel, 11 Colonel By Dr., Ottawa. Details: canadastrongandfree.network<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY, MAY 7<\/p>\n Canada Growth Summit 2026\u2014Industry Minister M\u00e9lanie Joly will deliver the keynote address at the Canada Growth Summit 2026 hosted by the Public Policy Forum. Other speakers include Nadia Theodore, Canada\u2019s ambassador to the World Trade Organization; and Steve Verheul, Canada\u2019s former chief trade negotiator. Thursday, May 7, at the Fairmont Royal York, 100 Front St. W., Toronto. Register ppforum.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY, MAY 7\u2014SATURDAY, MAY 9<\/p>\n Mexican Economy Minister to Visit Canada\u2014Mexico\u2019s Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard will visit Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver on a trade mission from Thursday, May 7 to Saturday, May 9.\u00a0<\/p>\n TUESDAY, MAY 26\u2014WEDNESDAY, MAY 27<\/p>\n AFN Nuclear Waste Management Forum\u2014The Assembly of First Nations hosts a two-day \u201cNuclear Waste Management Forum: Navigating Nuclear Waste with Sovereignty and Self-Determination,\u201d featuring discussion and information sharing about nuclear waste management, transportation, and storage across Turtle Island. Tuesday, May 26, to Wednesday, May 27, at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, 200 Coventry Rd., Ottawa. Details: afn.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n MONDAY, JUNE 1<\/p>\n 2026 Pearson Annual Laureate Dinner\u2014The Pearson Centre hosts its 2026 Annual Laureate Dinner where former Liberal MP Jean Augustine will receive this year\u2019s Pearson Laureate Award. Monday, June 1, at the National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St., Ottawa. Details: thepearsoncentre.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10<\/p>\n 2026 Canadian Intelligence Conference\u2014The Canadian Military Intelligence Association hosts the 2026 Canadian Intelligence Conference on the topic, \u201cWalk the Talk: Delivering Pan-Domain Intelligence Enterprise Effectiveness in an Era of Strategic Deterrence.\u201d Participants include the deputy national security and intelligence adviser to the prime minister, three Canadian lieutenants-general, four former security, and intelligence practitioners. Wednesday, June 10, at 8 a.m. ET at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, 200 Coventry Rd., Ottawa. Details via Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY, JULY 14\u2014THURSDAY, JULY 16<\/p>\n
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