Families Minister Gould chats about childcare at Empire Club event on Feb. 28

MONDAY, FEB. 21—THURSDAY, FEB. 24 International Trade Minister Mary Ng will take part in a virtual trade mission to Botswana, Senegal, South Africa, and Côte d’Ivoire from Feb. 21-24. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade Virtual Trade Mission—Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development Mary Ng will take part in a virtual trade mission to Botswana, Senegal, South Africa, and Côte d’Ivoire from Feb. 21-24. The mission will aim to introduce women-owned and -led Canadian businesses to opportunities in the renewable energy, and information and communications technology sectors. Call 343-203-7700. TUESDAY, FEB. 22—FRIDAY, FEB. 25 CFS Lobby Week—The Canadian Federation of Students will meet virtually with Parliamentarians to discuss issues of importance to the current post-secondary landscape in Canada, including eliminating financial barriers to post-secondary education, especially during the pandemic. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 23 Black History Month—Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. The 2022 theme for Black History Month is: “February and Forever: Celebrating Black History today and every day,” which focuses on recognizing the daily contributions that Black Canadians make to Canada. No matter where you live, we invite all Canadians to learn more about these communities, and how they continue to help shape the story of Canada. House Not Sitting—The House of Commons will return on Feb. 28 and will sit for one week. It will break again for two weeks, from March 7-18, and will resume sitting on March 21-April 8. It will take a two-week break, April 11-22, and will return on April 25-May 20. It will break from May 23-27, and will sit May 30-June 23. It will break for the summer on June 23 and will return on Sept. 19 and will sit Sept. 19-Oct. 7, will break for one week, Oct. 10-Oct. 14, and will sit for three straight weeks, Oct. 17-Nov. 4. It will take a one-week break, Nov. 7-11. It will return on Nov. 14 and will sit for five straight weeks, Nov. 14-Dec. 16. And that's the House calendar for 2022. The Future of News—Canada 2020 hosts a day-long webinar, "The Future of News." Leaders from across the news publishing sector will discuss the future for news media. Should the publication of news be federally regulated? How should new legislation be modelled? And how can we continue to nourish and sustain independent, fair, and transparent news media, in order for all Canadians to remain fully informed and engaged in our democracy? Wednesday, Feb. 23, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register at canada2020.ca/events/future-news/. ISG Senator Mary Jane McCallum will deliver remarks on ‘Strength in Leadership and Strength in Communities,’ part of the 14th annual Western Indigenous Consultation and Engagement conference hosted by the Canadian Institute on Feb. 23. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade Western Indigenous Consultation and Engagement—ISG Senator Mary Jane McCallum will deliver remarks on "Strength in Leadership and Strength in Communities," part of the 14th annual Western Indigenous Consultation and Engagement conference hosted by the Canadian Institute. Experts will explore the legal and business practices taking place in the natural resources sector—from government practices and policy to accommodation and economic development trends. This event will take place at the Westin Edmonton Hotel and also be livestreamed. Wednesday, Feb. 23, 11:15 a.m. ET. Registration available at canadianinstitute.com/western-indigenous-consultation-engagement/. Why Are We Talking about Critical Minerals?—The Canadian Chamber of Commerce hosts a webinar, "Why Are We Talking about Critical Minerals?" featuring two panels discussing how critical minerals are vital to our country's economic success. One will highlight the importance of critical minerals to achieving Canada’s net-zero future and the other will examine Canada's comparative trade and development advantages. Participants include JP Gladu, founder, Mokwateh; Pierre Gratton, president and CEO, Mining Association of Canada; Sarah Fedorchuk, vice-president, government and public affairs, The Mosaic Company; and Kunal Phalpher, chief strategy officer, Li-Cycle. Wednesday, Feb. 23, 12-4 p.m. Register via Eventbrite. International Co-operation to Align Fossil Fuel Production with Paris Goals—The Canadian Association for the Club of Rome hosts a webinar: "International Co-operation to Align Fossil Fuel Production with Paris Goals: A Bold New Idea." Tzeporah Berman, international program director at Stand.earth and chair of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Committee, will discuss what needs to happen to align fossil fuel supply with Paris goals and how can we fast-track progress while ensuring equity and addressing energy poverty. Wednesday, Feb. 23, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Participation info available at group78.org. New North Star III: Charting a Moonshot-Oriented Innovation Strategy—The Public Policy Forum hosts a webinar, "New North Star III: Charting a Moonshot-Oriented Innovation Strategy." The Government of Canada has signalled its intention to establish a new agency to foster breakthrough innovation: the Canadian Advanced Research Projects Agency was mentioned in the innovation minister's December 2021 mandate letter. PPF fellows Sean Spear and Robert Asselin will lay out the case for how to best establish CARPA, including insights for its mandate, governance, talent, organization and objectives. Other participants include Ilse Treurnicht, chair of PPF’s board and former CEO of MaRS Discovery District; and Bill Tam, chief operating officer of the Digital Technology Supercluster. Wednesday, Feb. 23, 1:30-3 p.m. Register at ppforum.ca. Debating Disinformation—Equal Voice hosts a workshop on "Debating disinformation." For those currently working or are interested in working in politics, fielding questions from citizens whose beliefs have been influenced by disinformation, fake news and conspiracy theories is inevitable. Learn the art of debating in such a climate, while respecting opinions that are different from yours. Wednesday, Feb. 23, 7 p.m. To register: equalvoice.ca/speech_debate_workshop_20220223. Munk Dialogue with Gad Saad—The Munk Debates presents the Munk Dialogue series, featuring Concordia professor Gad Saad who will discuss how bad ideas in the social media era are killing common sense and rational debate, and the mental tools we can use to preserve free speech and critical thinking. Wednesday, Feb. 23, at 8 p.m. Members can access on-demand video as of Feb. 24. THURSDAY, FEB. 24 The Collapse of Trudeau’s Latin America Strategy—The Canadian Foreign Policy Institute hosts a webinar: "The Collapse of Trudeau’s Latin America Strategy." Participants include television news producer Camila Escalante and Montreal-based writer and political activist Yves Engler. Thursday, Feb. 24, 7 p.m. Register at: bit.ly/3H3jqwi. Fuelling the Indo-Pacific: How Hydrogen Power Could Help Safeguard Energy Security in the Region—Japan's ambassador to Canada, Kawamura Yasuhisa, will take part in an expert briefing on "Fuelling the Indo-Pacific: How Hydrogen Power Could Help Safeguard Energy Security in the Region," hosted by the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. Other participants include Frank Des Rosiers, assistant deputy minister for Natural Resources Canada; Yamashita Yukari, board member, director, Institute of Energy Economics; and Matthew Klippenstein, regional manager, Western Canada, Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association. Thursday, Feb. 24, 7:30-9 p.m. Register via Eventbrite. MONDAY, FEB. 28 Supporting Families and Growing the Economy—Families, Children and Social Development Minister Karina Gould will deliver remarks on "Supporting Families and Growing the Economy: The Importance of a Canada-Wide Early Learning and Childcare System," a webinar hosted by the Empire Club of Canada. Monday, Feb. 28, 12-1 p.m. Register at events.empireclubofcanada.com. TUESDAY, MARCH 1 Multipolar or Multiplex: Rising Powers, the West and the Rest—The Balsillie School for International Affairs hosts a lecture: “Multipolar or Multiplex: Rising Powers, the West and the Rest.” The rise of non-Western powers, and the decline of the U.S., are creating a new world ordering that is best described as “multiplex.” Amitav Acharya, UNESCO Chair in Transnational Challenges and Governance and distinguished professor at the School of International Service, American University, will highlight the key features of the multiplex world, focusing on the role of rising powers as well as the changing nature of institutions and ideas that will shape conflict and stability. Tuesday, March 1, 11 a.m. to noon. RSVP at balsillieschool.ca. Lessons Learned from Canada's Record on Climate Change—Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development Jerry V. DeMarco will deliver remarks on "Lessons Learned from Canada's Record on Climate Change," part of a webinar hosted by the University of Ottawa. De Marco will present his office's latest report and the lessons learned from Canada's record on climate change. Tuesday, March, 1, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register via Eventbrite. Trust in Tumultuous Times—The Walrus presents a Leadership Forum on "Trust in Tumultuous Times," exploring key insights from the 2022 CanTrust Index, an annual nationwide study conducted by Proof Strategies. In addition to assessing trust levels between Canadians and their public services, employers, institutions, and political leaders, the 2022 study also sheds light on pandemic anxiety levels, concerns over the climate crisis, and perceptions of the role of corporations in tackling social issues. Tuesday, March 1, 12-1 p.m. Register via Eventbrite. Economic Reconciliation: Resource Management and the Path to Net Zero—Canada 2020 hosts a webinar, "Economic Reconciliation: Resource Management and the Path to Net Zero," discussing what will be required to invest in our country sustainably; respect and protect Indigenous peoples’ rights, territories, and interests; and work together towards a net zero future. Participants include JP Gladu, principal, Mokwateh; Mark Podlasly, director of economic policy and initiatives, First Nations Major Projects Coalition; and Mark Sevestre, Reconciliation and Responsible Investment Initiative. Tuesday, March 1, 12-1 p.m. Register online at canada2020.ca/events/economic-reconciliation/. The Canadian Competition Act in the Digital Era—ISG Senator Howard Wetston will take part in "The Canadian Competition Act in the Digital Era," a webinar hosted by the C.D. Howe Institute. He will be joined by Edward Iacobucci, professor and TSE Chair in Capital Markets, University of Toronto. Tuesday, March 1, 12:30-1:30 p.m. C.D. Howe members and their guests can register at cdhowe.org. Governor General Mary Simon will be the special guest at the Famous 5's next Pink Tea. Friday, March 4. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia What Is The Public Servant's Role In Canadian Democracy?—The Institute of Public Administration of Canada hosts a webinar, "What Is The Public Servant's Role In Canadian Democracy?" Jared Wesley, associate professor of political science at the University of Alberta; and Brendan Boyd, assistant professor of Anthropology, Economics and Political Science at MacEwan University, will discuss their SSHRC-funded research project, exposing tensions and discussing important ways to improve our understanding of the crucial roles public servants play in Canadian democracy. Tuesday, March 1, beginning at noon. Register at ipac.ca. FRIDAY, MARCH 4 Virtual Pink Tea Conversation—Governor General Mary Simon will be the special guest at the Famous 5's next Pink Tea. Friday, March 4, at noon MT. Register via Eventbrite. THURSDAY, MARCH 10 Parliamentary Press Gallery Annual General Meeting—The Parliamentary Press Gallery's AGM will take place on Thursday, March 10, at 12 noon, and will be held by Zoom. The gallery members will vote on a new executive and will discuss other issues. Anyone wanting to run for the executive positions must do so by Thursday, March 3, at 10 a.m. Nominations must be emailed to Collin.lafrance@parl.gc.ca. Gallery members will receive an email confirming each completed nomination upon receipt thereof. Electronic voting for the four (4) officers’ positions will take place on Tuesday, March 8, between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Nominations for each of the remaining five (5) positions as director of the Corporation shall be made by at least two (2) active members. Nominations must be received by the Board of Directors 10 a.m. on Thursday March 3. Nominations must be emailed to collin.lafrance@parl.gc.ca.Voting for the directors’ positions will take place at the Annual general meeting. The past-president is automatically the sixth director. FRIDAY, MARCH 11 Extension of Preventative Measures Within the House of Commons Precinct—The House's preventative measures will be lifted on Friday, March 11, House Speaker Anthony Rota, chair of Commons Board of Internal Economy, announced on Feb. 14. Read more here: https://www.ourcommons.ca/Content/Newsroom/Articles/Statement-BOIE-PreventativeMeasures-March32022-e.pdf THURSDAY, MARCH 24 uOttawa's Public Law Centre Chat—Join the uOttawa Public Law Centre for a fireside chat on Professor Yan Campagnolo’s new book, Behind Closed Doors The Law and Politics of Cabinet Secrecy (UBC Press, 2021), on March 24, at 11:30 a.m. Moderated by Professor Vanessa MacDonnell. Register at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fireside-chat-on-yan-campagnolos-new-book-behind-closed-doors-tickets-225880533757 THURSDAY, JUNE 2 Ontario Election—Voters in Ontario go to the polls on Thursday, June 2. SATURDAY, AUG. 20—FRIDAY, AUG. 26, 2022 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference—One of the largest annual gatherings of Commonwealth Parliamentarians will take place in Aug. 20-26, 2022, at the 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) hosted by the CPA Canada Region in Halifax. The annual flagship event will bring together over 500 Parliamentarians, parliamentary staff, and decision makers from across the Commonwealth for this unique conference and networking opportunity. The conference will be hosted by the CPA president (2019-2021), House Speaker Anthony Rota. All eligible CPA Branches will be contacted with further information and invitations. MONDAY, OCT. 3 Quebec Election—Quebec voters will got the polls on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022. MONDAY, OCT. 24 Ontario Municipal Elections—On Oct. 24, 2022, Ontario voters will vote in municipalities across the province. TUESDAY, OCT. 25—WEDNESDAY, OCT. 26 Coalition for a Better Future—The Coalition for a Better Future is holding its second National Summit this fall. Save the Date: Oct. 25-26, 2022, Shaw Centre, Ottawa. For info: canadacoalition.ca. WEDNESDAY, OCT. 26 Manitoba Municipal Elections—Voters in Manitoba will go to the polls to elect leaders in the province's municipalities on Wednesday, Oct. 26. MONDAY, NOV. 7 Prince Edward Island Municipal Election—Voters in Prince Edward Island will elect leaders in the province's municipalities on Monday, Nov. 7. WEDNESDAY, NOV. 9 Saskatchewan Rural Municipal Election—Voters in Saskatchewan will elect leaders in the province's rural municipalities on Wednesday, Nov. 9. MONDAY, DEC. 12 Northwest Territories Municipal (hamlets) Election—Voters in the Northwest Territories' hamlets will elect leaders in the territory's municipalities on Monday, Dec. 12. The Parliamentary Calendar is a free events listing. Send in your political, cultural, diplomatic, or governmental event in a paragraph with all the relevant details under the subject line ‘Parliamentary Calendar’ to news@hilltimes.com by Wednesday at noon before the Monday paper or by Friday at noon for the Wednesday paper. We can’t guarantee inclusion of every event, but we will definitely do our best. Events can be updated daily online, too. The Hill Times

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