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Conservative Weekly Caucus Meeting—The Conservatives are scheduled to meet on May 16 at 9:30 a.m., in Room 237-C, Centre Block. For more information, call the PMO Press Office at 613-957-5555.
NDP Weekly Caucus—The federal New Democrats are scheduled to meet for their weekly caucus meeting on May 16, Railway Room, 253-D, Centre Block, 10 a.m.-12 noon. For more information, please contact senior press secretary Karl Bélanger at 613-720-6463 or Karl.Belanger@parl.gc.ca
Liberal Weekly Caucus—The federal Liberals are scheduled to meet for their weekly caucus meeting on May 16 in Room 160-S, Centre Block. For more information, contact the Liberal spokesman Daniel Lauzon at 613-943-4995.
Scotiabank Emerging Markets Forum—The Scotiabank Emerging Markets Forum will provide insights for Canadian business leaders who may be considering expansion or investment in emerging markets. May 16, 7 a.m.-9:30 a.m., $79. The Sheraton Centre Hotel, 123 Queen St. W., Toronto, Ont. www.economicclub.ca
Value of Investing in Downtowns—The Canadian Issues Task Force of the International Downtown Association launch of Value of Investing in Downtowns, a Canadian Urban Institute research study that examined 10 Canadian cities to assess changes in attitudes, perceptions, functionality and performance over time. May 16, 11 a.m. Lobby, Ottawa Convention Centre, 55 Colonel By Dr. Ottawa, Ont. Register in advance to 613-233-1699 ext 6229.
The Order of Canada: Stories Behind the People—CBC Radio host Rex Murphy will delve into the stories of three outstanding Canadians, Ratna Omidvar, Bruce Kuwabara and Charles Pachter. Presented by the Canadian Club of Toronto. May 16, 11:30 a.m. Fairmont Royal York, 100 Front St., Toronto, Ont. www.canadianclub.org
John Boyko to Address Rideau Club—Guest speaker John Boyko will discuss with Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister Dean Del Mastro his new bestselling autobiography on prime minister Richard Bedford Bennett. Presented by the Rideau Club and Goose Lane Editions. May 16, 12 p.m., $50.68. Rideau Club, 99 Bank St., 15th floor, Ottawa, Ont. www.gooselane.com
In Mutual Defence: the Continental U.S. NORAD Region?—Guest speaker Brigadier General Chris Coates will discuss “In Mutual Defence—The Continental US NORAD Region.” Presented by CIC. May 16, 11:45 a.m.-2 p.m., $30 members; $35 non-members. Contact: Maureen Bennett at 250-385-8175 or MaureenBennett@shaw.ca
Eyes are for Life Reception—Senate Speaker Noel Kinsella and CNIB CEO John Rafferty host a reception for MPs and Senators from all parties. A chance to celebrate with people who are living well with vision loss and how they are doing it. May 16, 12-1:30 p.m. Senate Speaker’s dining room, Centre Block, Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Ont. RSVP to 613-563-4021 ext 5011 or Christine.robbins@cnib.ca
2012 Navy Outlook—The 2012 Navy Outlook will feature senior staff from the Royal Canadian Navy speaking to and answering questions regarding current projects, upcoming opportunities and what direction is expected in the coming year for the Royal Canadian Navy. May 16, $60 CF/Canadian government; $160 CADSI members. Fairmont Chateau Laurier, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa, Ont. http://www.defenceandsecurity.ca
Parliamentary Protocol—New Zealand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Murray McCully visits Canada. May 16. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia
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