MONDAY, FEB. 22

Canada's NDP, Who We Are, What We Stand for—Join NDP MP Irene Mathyssen (London-Fanshawe, Ont.) for a talk titled "Canada's NDP, Who We Are, What We Stand For." Presented by the Kiwanis Club of Forest City-London. Feb. 22, 12 p.m., $12. Mocha Shrine Centre, 468 Colborne St., London, Ont.

Parliamentary Associations—The Canadian NATO Parliamentary Association travels to Washington, D.C., for a Bureau Meeting: Launching NATO's New Strategic Concept. Feb. 22-23. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

TUESDAY, FEB. 23

Financial Intermediation in the "New Normal"—Stephen Poloz, vice-president, Export Development Canada, will address a luncheon meeting of the Ottawa Economics Association. Feb. 23, $30 members; $45 non-members. Fairmont Chateau Laurier, 1 Rideau St. Register to www.cabe.ca

Group of 78 Luncheon Speaker Series—The Group of 78 presents a luncheon with author Daryl Copeland, who will discuss his book, Guerilla Diplomacy; Some Implications for Canadian International Policy. Feb. 23, 12 p.m. $30, lunch & presentation; $5 presentation only. Courtyard Restaurant, 21 George St., Ottawa, Ont. RSVP to 613-230-0860 or group78@web.net

GG's Performing Arts Awards—Governor General Michaëlle Jean and her husband, Daniel Lafond. will announce the 2010 Governor General's Performing Arts Awards recipients at a ceremony on Feb. 23, 10 a.m. Theatre Espace GO, 4890 Saint-Laurent Blvd. Montreal, Que.

Art Matters Public Forum— Governor General Michaëlle Jean and her husband, Daniel Lafond, will host the 47th Art Matters forum. This year's theme is "Citizens, To The Arts!: (Re) Connecting Citizens, Artists and the Arts." The moderator will be CBC Radio's Anne Lagacé Dowson. Feb. 23, 6 p.m. Society for the Arts and Technology, 1105 Saint-Laurent Blvd., Montreal, Que. www.artmatters.gg.ca

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 24

Using Social Media to Engage the Public—IPAC Nova Scotia Regional Group presents a seminar on "Using Social Media to Engage the Public." Feb. 24, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $35-$45. Halifax, N.S. Please register with Melissa Mosher at 902-424-0838. www.ipac.ca/novascotia/index

Nuclear Industry Conference Trade Show—The Canadian Nuclear Association presents the Nuclear Industry Conference Trade Show 2010. Guest speakers include Natural Resources Minister Christian Paradis, Conservative Sen. Pamela Wallin and others. Feb. 24-26. Westin Hotel, Ottawa, Ont. Register online at www.cna.ca

THURSDAY, FEB. 25

Unleashing the Economic Power of Girls—The Economic Club of Canada presents a talk with Rosemary McCarney on "Unleashing the Economic Power of Girls." Feb. 25, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $79. The Sutton Place Hotel, 955 Bay St., Toronto, Ont. www.economicclub.ca

Model NATO Conference—The Model NATO Conference (Carleton University) will simulate the five largest committees of NATO: The North Atlantic Council (NAC), Political Committee, Military Committee, Special Committee on Espionage and Terrorism, and the Euro-Atlantic Partnership Council (EAPC). Feb. 25-28. Delta Hotel and Suites, 350 Sparks St., Ottawa, Ont. http://www.carleton.ca/csds/mnato/

FRIDAY, FEB. 26

Press Gallery AGM—The Parliamentary Press Gallery holds its AGM today. Included on the agenda: president's and treasurer's reports; election results, nomination of directors and voting. Feb. 26, 12:30 p.m. National Press Theatre, 150 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ont. http://www.gallery-tribune.ca/

Hockey Night with Michael Ignatieff—Rebecca Darnell, federal Liberal candidate for Langley, B.C., invites you to join her for the men's semi-final hockey game and to meet Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff. Feb. 26, 6:30 p.m. Free. Langley Events Centre, Langley. B.C. RSVP for your ticket to 604-533-8436 or info@lpcbc.com

SATURDAY, FEB. 27

9th Annual New Sun Conference—Carleton University hosts the 9th Annual New Sun Conference on Aboriginal Arts. Guest speakers include author Gerald Vizenor and painter Christi Belcourt. There will also be native cuisine and entertainment. Feb. 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $30-$50. Room 5050, Minto Centre, Carleton University, 1125 Col. By Dr. http://http-server.carleton.ca/~aryan/ajryan.html

The 13th Black and White Opera Soirée—All of political Ottawa will be on the scene for this year's Black and White Opera Soirée. Hosted by Maxime Bernier and Sheila Copps, the evening will feature performances by the NAC orchestra and the Opera Lyra Ottawa Chorus. Other guests include Liberal MP Bob Rae and Conservative MP Lisa Raitt. Proceeds go the NACO and Opera Lyra. Feb. 27, 8 p.m. Southam Hall, NAC, 53 Elgin St., Ottawa, Ont. 613-947-7000 or www.nac-cna.ca

SUNDAY, FEB. 28

Pontiac Federal Liberal Association Supper & Satire—The Pontiac Federal Liberal Association presents "Supper and Satire." Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m. Black Sheep Inn, 420 Riverside Dr., Wakefield, Que. For more information, please call Ruth McKane at 819-459-3128.

MONDAY, MARCH 1

The Accountability Act—Liberal MP Marlene Jennings presents a panel discussion on "The Accountability Act: What Was Promised, What Was Delivered, and the Fixes." Panel members include Kevin Page, Parliamentary Budget Officer, and Duff Conacher, Democracy Watch. March 1, 9:30 a.m-12 p.m. Room 253-D, Centre Block, Parliament Hill. RSVP to 613-995-2251 or JenniM@parl.gc.ca

Parliamentary Associations—The Canadian Group of the Inter-Parliamentary Union travels to London, U.K., for a meeting of the Steering Committee of the Twelve Plus Group. March 1. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

TUESDAY, MARCH 2

Canada's Parliamentary Democracy—Liberal MP Marlene Jennings presents another panel discussion on "Canada's Parliamentary Democracy: Its Current State of Health." Panelists include Prof. Errol Mendes, University of Ottawa, and Chris White, administrator of the Facebook Group "Canadians Against Proroguing Parliament", and the discussion will be moderated by Sen. James Cowan and Marlene Jennings. Herb Gray will deliver a keynote address. March 2, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Room 253-D, Centre Block, Parliament Hill. RSVP to 613-995-2251 or JenniM@parl.gc.ca

2010 Media Awards for Health Reporting—The Canadian Nurses Association and the Canadian Medical Association invite you to join key healthcare leaders, politicians, and members of the media at a gala evening honouring excellence in health reporting. March 2, 6 p.m. $150. Canadian Museum of Civilization, Gatineau, Que. Order tickets by Feb. 25 by calling Ilana Goldstein at 613-731-8610 ext. 1202 or www.mediaawards.ca

Parliamentary Associations—The Canadian Group of the Inter-Parliamentary Union travels to New York City for a Parliamentary Meeting on the Occasion of the 54th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women. March 2. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3

House Sitting—The House of Commons resumes sitting today after being prorogued. The Governor General will deliver the Speech from the Throne. The House could also sit during its scheduled March break and during its break in April. The House will vote on it.

From the Fiscal Squeeze to Climate Change—Join Christopher Ragan, Clifford Clark Visiting Economist, Department of Finance, for a talk on "From the Fiscal Squeeze to Climate Change: Canada's Coming Economic Challenges." Session chair is Mel Cappe. March 3, 7:30-9:30 a.m. $20 members; $30 non-members. Lady Elgin Room, Lord Elgin Hotel, Ottawa, Ont. RSVP to nancy.faraday-smith@fin.gc.ca

Intellectual Property Rights—CIC Montreal presents a talk on "Intellectual Property Rights: The Challenges Ahead," with Frances Seghers, Sony Pictures Entertainment. March 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. United States Consul General's Residence, Montreal, Que. RSVP to info@cicmontreal.org

CDA 26th Annual Seminar—The Conference of Defence Associations presents its 76th Annual Seminar "Protecting Canada's Interests In An Uncertain World." Guest speakers include CDS Gen. Walter Natynczyk and Gen. David Petraeus, Commander U.S. Central Command. March 3. Fairmont Chateau Laurier, 1 Rideau St. http://cda-cdai.ca/cdai/uploads/cdai/2009/06/2010agenda.pdf

THURSDAY, MARCH 4

Budget Day—Finance Minister Jim Flaherty will release the government's estimated $250-billion budget on March 4 in the House of Commons.

CDAI 73rd AGM—The Conference of Defence Associations presents its 73rd Annual General Meeting "Power Projection and The Canadian Forces: Resources & Capabilities." Guest speakers include Brig.-Gen. Jonathan Vance, former Joint Task Force-Afghanistan and Dr. Jack Granatstein, CDFAI. March 4. Fairmont Chateau Laurier, 1 Rideau St. http://cda-cdai.ca/cdai/uploads/cdai/2009/06/2010agenda.pdf

FRIDAY, MARCH 5

OCRI Workshop Series—OCRI presents guest speaker Linda Duxbury, Sprott School of Business, Carleton University, for a workshop on "Work-Life Conflict and the Aging Population." March 5, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $200 members; $275 non-members. Rideau Room, Sheraton Hotel, 150 Albert St. www.ocri.ca

SATURDAY, MARCH 6

Sarah Palin to Address Fraser Institute—Former Alaska governor and 2012 presidential hopeful Sarah Palin will give a talk to members of the Fraser Institute. March 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $210. 403-216-7175 ext. 578 or eventsab@fraserinstitute.org

SUNDAY, MARCH 7

17th Annual Women's Day Brunch—Liberal MP Dr. Kirsty Duncan (Etobicoke North, Ont.) will be the guest speaker at a Women's Day brunch, hosted by the Edmonton Women's Liberal Policy Association. March 7, 10 a.m. Crown Plaza, 10111 Bellamy Hill, Edmonton, Alta. 780-424-1984.

Parliamentary Associations—The Canadian Branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association travels to London, U.K. for the 59th Westminster Seminar on Parliamentary Practice and Procedure. March 7-19. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

TUESDAY, MARCH 9

U.S. Ambassador David Jacobson to Address Canadian Club—U.S. Ambassador to Canada David Jacobson will address a members-only luncheon today. March 9, 12 p.m. $40 members. Ballroom, Fairmont Chateau Laurier, 1 Rideau St., www.canadianclubottawa.ca

Canada and Afghanistan: Keeping Our Promises—The Canada-Afghanistan Solidarity Committee will unveil its vision for Canada's role in Afghanistan Post-2011. The event "Canada and Afghanistan: Keeping Our Promises" is hosted by the Free Thinking Film Society of Ottawa and is a fundraiser for the Afghan School Project. Speakers include Maj.-Gen Lewis MacKenzie and author Nasrine Gross. March 9, 7 p.m. $30. National Library and Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St. http://www.cailf.org/news/

What Makes Good Government?—The Fraser Institute presents a talk with Preston Manning who will discuss "What Makes Good Government?" Part of the 2010 Behind the Spin Speaker Series. Hosted by Hosted by Laura Peck, vice-president McLoughlin Media. March 9. $50, reception and presentation; $195, private dinner. The Rideau Club, 99 Bank St., 15th floor, Ottawa, Ont. www.fraserinstute.org

Parliamentary Associations—The Canada-China Legislative Association holds its AGM in Ottawa, Ont. March 9. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10

Conservative Caucus—The federal Conservatives meet Wednesday mornings for their caucus meeting at 9:30 a.m. in Room 237-C Centre Block, when the House is sitting. For inquiries, call Eric Duncan at 613-992-7381. The chair of the national Conservative caucus is MP Guy Lauzon.

Liberal Caucus—The federal Liberal Caucus meets Wednesdays in Room 253-D Centre Block when the House is sitting. For more information, please call Caucus chair Anthony Rota at 613-995-6255.

NDP Caucus—The federal NDP caucus meets Wednesday mornings in Room 308 West Black at 9 a.m. Please call senior press secretary Karl Bélanger at 613-720-6463. Caucus meets Wednesdays when House is sitting.

Bloc Caucus—The Bloc Québécois meets Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. in Room 209 West Block when House is sitting. For more information, please call the leader's press secretary Karine Sauvé at 613-947-2495.

Politics & the Pen—Politics & the Pen is Ottawa's black-tie event of the season. The most prominent members of Ottawa's society, including politicians, diplomats, and writers are expected to attend. The event celebrates Canadian literature and helps support Writers Trust of Canada. March 10, 6:15 p.m. Fairmont Chateau Laurier, 1 Rideau St. For more information, contact Don Oravec at 416-504-8222 or info@writerstrust.com

THURSDAY, MARCH 11

Manning Networking Conference 2010—The Manning Networking Conference 2010 runs March 11-13. $200. Events include the 2010 Manning Centre Pyramid Awards Reception. Crowne Plaza Ottawa, 101 Lyon St., Ottawa, Ont. http://www.regonline.ca/builder/site/default.aspx?eventid=775=

National Aboriginal Health Careers Conference—The Native Women's Association of Canada presents "Miyo Machichowin" National Aboriginal Health Careers Conference." March 11-12. Mayfield Inn & Suites, Edmonton, Alta. www.nwac-hq.org

150!Canada Conference—IPAC presents a conference designed to begin planning the 150th celebration of Confederation. March 11-12. $150-$550. National Arts Centre, 53 Elgin St., Ottawa, Ont. http://www.masslbp.com/150canada_new/index.htm

IMFC Family Policy Conference—The Institute of Marriage and Family Canada hosts experts for a day-long family policy conference – Beyond the Front Door: Engaging families for strong social and economic policymaking. March 11. Crowne Plaza Hotel, 101 Lyon St., Ottawa, Ont. Registration: www.imfcanada.org

FRIDAY, MARCH 12

Book Launch/Signing: Spark—CBC journalist Frank Koller will discuss his recently published book Spark: Lessons from Lincoln Electric's Unique Guaranteed Employment Program. March 12, 5 p.m. Rideau Club, 99 Bank St., 15th floor, Ottawa, Ont. www.rideauclub.ca

Parliamentary Associations—The Canada-China Legislative Association will visit Beijing, China. March 12-21. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

SATURDAY, MARCH 13

Social Networking Workshop—Ottawa Independent Writers presents a workshop on how to connect to the writing community using social media. March 13, 1-4 p.m. $10 members; $15 non-members. Registration: 613-731-3873 or www.oiw.ca

MONDAY, MARCH 15

Parliamentary Associations—The Canadian Section of the Inter-Parliamentary Forum of the Americas travel to Buenos Aires, Argentina for a Bilateral Visit to the National Congress of the Argentine Republic. March 15-19. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

TUESDAY, MARCH 16

IRPP Working Lunch—The IRPP presents a working lunch on "The Economic Impact of Reducing CO2 Emissions: Regional Disparities and How to Mitigate Them." Guest speakers include Matthew Bramley, Pembina Institute. March 16, Calgary, Alta. www.irpp.org

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17

Eggs 'n' Icons Breakfast—The Ottawa Chamber of Commerce presents an Eggs 'n' Icons Breakfast with Moya Greene, CEO, Canada Post. March 17, 7:15-9 a.m. $30 members; $45 non-members. Sheraton Hotel, 150 Albert St., Ottawa, Ont. www.ottawachamber.ca

Child Rights and Development—CIC-Victoria presents Bruce Lund, International Institute for Child Rights and Development. He will discuss "Child Rights and Development." March 17, 12-2 p.m. Victoria, B.C. victoria@canadianinternational.org

THURSDAY, MARCH 18

Parliamentary Associations—The Canada-Europe Parliamentary Association travels to Washington, D.C. for a Meeting of the Standing Committee of Parliamentarians of the Arctic Region. March 18-19. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

SUNDAY, MARCH 21

Parliamentary Associations—The Canada-United Kingdom Inter-Parliamentary Association welcomes a Bilateral Visit from the U.K. to Edmonton, Alta. and Ottawa, Ont. March 21-27. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

MONDAY, MARCH 22

Enbridge Famous Five Luncheons—Join guest speaker Sheila Copps for a Famous 5 Luncheon talk. March 22, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $55. Panorama Room, National Arts Centre, 53 Elgin St., Ottawa, Ont. www.famous5ottawa.ca

FRIDAY, JUNE 25

2010 G8 Summit—The 2010 G8 Summit is held at the Deerhurst Resort, Huntsville, Ont. June 25-27. 613-293-3259.

SEPTEMBER 2010

2010 Energy and Mines Ministers' Conference—The 2010 Energy and Mines Ministers' Conference will be held in Québec City, QC.

NOVEMBER 2010

G20 Summit—A G20 Summit will be held in Seoul, Korea. More details to come.

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