MONDAY, JULY 26

The Liberal Express in Cambridge—The Liberal Express rolls into Guelph today. Join Michael Ignatieff, the mayor of Cambridge and the rest of the Liberal team as they make a whistle stop. July 26, 1:30 p.m. Cambridge Centre Mall, 355 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge Ont. http://events.liberal.ca

The Liberal Express in Kitchener—The Liberal Express rolls into Kitchener today. Join Michael Ignatieff, local candidates Karen Redmond, Andrew Telegdi, Teresa Huegle and the rest of the Liberal Team as they meet up with local Liberals for a BBQ. July 26, 6 p.m. Free. Bingemans, 425 Bingemans Centre Dr. RSVP to attend at http://events.liberal.ca

TUESDAY, JULY 27

The Liberal Express in Guelph—The Liberal Express rolls into Guelph today. Join Michael Ignatieff, Liberal MP Frank Valeriote (Guelph, Ont.) and the rest of the Liberal team as they have lunch and take a tour of St. Joseph's Rehab Centre. July 27, 12 p.m. St. Joseph's Rehab Centre, Guelph, Ont. http://events.liberal.ca

Wine and Cheese with Martin Cauchon—Join Laurier Club donors for a members-only wine and cheese reception with Martin Cauchon. July 27, 5 p.m. Free for members. Memberships/renewals, $550-$1100. Aikens, MacAulay & Thorvaldson LLP, 380 Main St., 30th floor, Commodity Exchange Tower, Winnipeg, Man. Contact: Bobbi Ethier at 204-988-9542 or mbethier@mts.net

WEDNESDAY, JULY 28

National Youth Orchestra of Canada—The 94-member National Youth Centre Orchestra of Canada performs works by Strauss and others. Conducted by Jacques Lacombe. July 28, 7:30 p.m. Free. Southam Hall, NAC, 53 Elgin St., Ottawa, Ont. 613-947-7000 or www.nac-cna.ca

The Four Indian Kings: War and Diplomacy in 1710—The famous portraits of four Aboriginal emissaries who traveled to London 300 years ago to visit Queen Anne are on display, along with related historical material. Ongoing until Sept. 6. Museum of Civilization, 100 Laurier St., Gatineau, Que. www.civilization.ca

THURSDAY, JULY 29

Sir John A. Walking Tour—Liberal MP Bob Rae (Toronto-Centre, Ont.) will lead a special Sir John A. Macdonald Walking Tour through downtown Kingston. Proceeds from the walk will go to the Queen's University Library of Political Leadership book series. July 29, 4 p.m. $50. Kingston Visitor Centre, City Hall, Kingston, Ont. For more information, contact Arthur Milnes at 613-328-5592 or arthur.milnes@sympatico.ca

The Liberal Express in Thornhill—The Liberal Express rolls into Thornhill today. Join Michael Ignatieff, Byron Wilfert, John McCallum, Martha Hall Findlay, Judy Sgro and other Liberals for a BBQ. July 29, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free. York Hill District Park, 501 Clark Ave. W., Thornhill, Ont. RSVP to http://lpc.ca/july29

The Liberal Express in Toronto—The Liberal Express rolls into Toronto today. Join Michael Ignatieff, local candidate for Trinity-Spadina Christine Innes, and the rest of the Liberal team as they meet with local Liberals for this Chinese Community Event. July 29, 7 p.m. Sky Dragon Chinese Restaurant, Top Floor, 280 Spadina Ave., Toronto, Ont. http://events.liberal.ca

FRIDAY, JULY 30

The Liberal Express in Halton—The Liberal Express rolls into Halton this morning. Join Michael Ignatieff, local candidate Deb Gillis, and the rest of the Liberal team as they make a whistle stop to meet with local residents. July 30, 9:15 a.m. William's Coffee Pub, 2050 Appleby Line, Burlington, Ont. http://events.liberal.ca

The Liberal Express in Hamilton—The Liberal Express rolls into Hamilton this morning. Join Michael Ignatieff, local candidate Michelle Stockwell, and the rest of the Liberal team as they tour the Stoney Creek Dairy. July 30, 10:30 a.m. Stoney Creek Dairy, 135 King St. E., Stoney Creek, Ont. http://events.liberal.ca

The Liberal Express in St. Catharines: A Clear Alternative Townhall—The Liberal Express rolls into St. Catharines today. First, Join Michael Ignatieff, local candidate Andrew Gill, and the rest of the Liberal team as they visit the Welland Canal. July 30, 1 p.m. Then they will participate in a Townhall at 1:30 p.m. Old Merritton Town Hall, St. Catharines, Ont. http://events.liberal.ca

The Liberal Express in Niagara Falls—The Liberal Express rolls into Niagara Falls today. Join Michael Ignatieff and others for a BBQ with local candidate Bev Hodgson. July 30, 5 p.m. Club Italia, Montrose Rd., Niagara Falls, Ont. http://events.liberal.ca

Rideau Canal Festival—Looking for something to do this August long weekend? Look no further than the Rideau Canal Festival. Take a stroll through the Bytown Museum and the Rideau Heritage Village or follow the Rideau Canal Flotilla and Parade of Lights. Also check out the Aim-for-Zero Footprint Celebration with free family activities including the Energy Ottawa Ecosphere Environmental Fair. July 30-Aug. 2. Rideau Canal, Ottawa, Ont. www.rideaucanalfestival.ca

SATURDAY, JULY 31

The Liberal Express in Oakville: Breakfast in the Park—The Liberal Express rolls into Oakville. Join Michael Ignatieff, local candidate Max Khan, and the rest of the Liberal team as they stop in for breakfast. July 31, 10:15 a.m. Town Square Parkette, 94 George St., Oakville, Ont. http://events.liberal.ca

The Liberal Express in Mississauga: Muslimfest—The Liberal Express rolls into Mississauga for a stop at Muslimfest. July 31, 12:15 p.m. 4141 Living Arts Dr., Mississauga, Ont. http://events.liberal.ca

Parliamentary Associations—The Canada-United States Inter-Parliamentary Group will attend the 64th Annual Meeting of the Southern Legislative Conference in Charleston, S.C. July 31-Aug. 4. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

SUNDAY, AUGUST 1

The Liberal Express in New Brunswick—The Liberal Express rolls into New Brunswick, making stops in Saint-Leonard, Grand Falls, Fredericton, Grand Bank, and Saint John. Aug. 1. http://events.liberal.ca

MONDAY, AUGUST 2

Colonel By Day—Celebrate Ottawa's history and heritage on Col. By Day. Activities include the Opening Ceremony, and the Celtic Cross Ceremony. Also see heritage cookery demonstrations, lace making, linen weaving, costumed characters and more. Aug. 2, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Bytown Museum/Ottawa Locks, Ottawa, Ont. www.rideaucanalfestival.ca

The Liberal Express in New Brunswick—The Liberal Express keeps rolling on in the province of New Brunswick, making stops in Dieppe, Richibucto, Saint Louis de Kent, and Miramichi. Aug. 2. http://events.liberal.ca

TUESDAY, AUGUST 3

The Liberal Express in P.E.I.—The Liberal Express rolls into PEI today, making stops in Egmont and Charlottetown. Aug. 3. http://events.liberal.ca

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4

The Liberal Express in Newfoundland—The Liberal Express rolls into Avalon and St. John's, Nfld. Aug. 4. http://events.liberal.ca

Council of the Federation Summer Meeting—As incoming Chair of the Council of the Federation, Manitoba Premier Greg Selinger will host the 2010 Summer Meeting of the Council of the Federation in Winnipeg, Man. Aug. 4-6. Fort Garry Hotel, Winnipeg, Man. www.councilofthefederation.ca (Media representatives wishing to attend the Summer Meeting must register online https://win02.magma.ca/cnclfed/2010/media/ )

SATURDAY, AUGUST 7

"Selebrating Scarborough" Community BBQ—Liberal MP Michelle Simson hosts her annual Community BBQ. Aug. 7, 12-2 p.m. Variety Village, 3701 Danforth Ave., Scarborough, Ont. 416-261-8613 or www.michellesimsonmp.ca

The Liberal Express in Ontario—The Liberal Express is back in Ontario, making stops in St. Jacobs and London. Aug 7. http://events.liberal.ca

Sound of Light Fireworks—The night skies at Lac Leamy will shine bright at the annual Sound of Light fireworks competition. Aug. 7, Portugal; Aug. 11, U.S.; Aug. 14, Germany, Aug. 18, China, Aug. 21, Grand Finale. Casino Lac Leamy, Gatineau Que. www.feux.gc.ca

SUNDAY, AUGUST 8

The Liberal Express in Ontario—The Liberal Express is back in Ontario, making stops in London, Chatham, Essex County, and Windsor. Aug 8. http://events.liberal.ca

Parliamentary Associations—The Canada-United States Inter-Parliamentary Group will attend the 65th Annual Meeting of the Midwestern Legislative Conference in Toronto, Ont. Aug. 8-11. For more information, please visit http://www2.parl.gc.ca/iia

MONDAY, AUGUST 9

The Liberal Express in Ontario—The Liberal Express is back in Ontario, making a stop in Pembroke. Aug. 9. http://events.liberal.ca

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11

10th Annual Mayor's Charity Golf Classic—Time to register for the 10th Annual Mayor's Charity Golf Classic in support of Child and Youth Friendly Ottawa. Aug. 11, entry $80-$800. Cedarhill Golf and Country, Ottawa, Ont. www.cayfo.ca/english/golf/php

The Liberal Express in Iqaluit—The Liberal Express rolls into Iqaluit. Aug. 11-12. http://events.liberal.ca

THURSDAY, AUGUST 12

Hockey Night in Barrie III—Conservative MP Patrick Brown (Barrie, Ont.) presents Hockey Night in Barrie, a fundraiser for the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie. Aug. 12, 6 p.m. Barrie Molson Centre, Barrie, Ont.

SATURDAY AUGUST 13

2010 Ottawa Folk Festival—Artists at this year's Ottawa Folk Festival include Calexico, Arrested Development, Jim Bryson and The Weakerthans Band, and much more. Aug. 13-15. Britannia Park, Ottawa, Ont. www.ottawafolk.org

The Liberal Express in Manitoba—The Liberal Express makes two stops in Winnipeg, Man. Aug. 13-14. http://events.liberal.ca

SATURDAY, AUGUST 14

The Liberal Express in Ontario—The Liberal Express makes its way back through Northern Ontario, making stops in Kenora and Dryden. Aug. 14. http://events.liberal.ca

SUNDAY, AUGUST 15

The Liberal Express in Ontario—The Liberal Express makes its way back through Northern Ontario, making stops in Thunder Bay and Sudbury. Aug. 15. http://events.liberal.ca

MONDAY, AUGUST 16

National Inuit Youth Summit—Inuit youth from across Canada will gather for a National Inuit Youth Summit. Inuvik, N.W.T. Aug. 16-20. Call 613-292-4482.

The Liberal Express in Ontario—The Liberal Express makes its way back through Northern Ontario, making stops in Sudbury and Kapuskasing. Aug. 16. http://events.liberal.ca

NOVEMBER 2010

G20 Summit—A G20 Summit will be held. Nov. 11-12. Seoul, South Korea. http://www.seoulsummit.kr

UPCOMING IN 2011

New Democrats Hold Federal Convention—The New Democratic Party of Canada will hold its Biennial Convention on the occasion of the party's 50th anniversary. June 17-19, 2011. Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver, B.C. 613-236-3613.

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