History of Emancipation Day in Canada event happens Aug. 9 at Toronto Public Library

MONDAY, AUG. 8 House Not Sitting—The House will return on Sept. 19, sitting until Oct. 7. It will break for one week, Oct. 10-14, 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 all, folks, for the House calendar for 2022. TUESDAY, AUG. 9 History of Emancipation Day—The Toronto Public Library hosts a webinar on “The History of Emancipation Day in Canada.” Natasha Henry-Dixon, assistant professor at York University and president of the Ontario Black History Society, will discuss Aug. 1 Emancipation Day, the anniversary of when Britain’s Parliament abolished slavery in the British Empire in 1834. On this day, Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. Tuesday, Aug. 9, at 7 p.m. Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca. Former Conservative MP and deputy leader Leona Alleslev is among the participants in the Let's Grow Canada! Conference on Aug. 11 in Edmonton. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade THURSDAY, AUG. 11 Let's Grow Canada! Conference—Rick Peterson's Centre Ice Conservatives hosts the Let's Grow Canada! Conference. Participants including Christy Clark, Leona Alleslev, Dominic Cardy, Marjory LeBreton and Tasha Kheirridin will discuss issues such as our country's role in energy and the energy transition, how we can grow a strong centrist base, and more. This conference happens on Tuesday, Aug. 11, in Edmonton, Alta., at the Delta Marriott Hotel, 10222–102 St. centreiceconservatives.ca. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 17 National Forum on First Nations Education—The Assembly of First Nations hosts a National Forum on First Nations Education. The theme is "Future Focus: Empowering Future Generations Through Lifelong Learning." This event will take place Aug. 17-18 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre 255 Front St. W. Visit afn.ca/event. SATURDAY, AUG. 20—FRIDAY, AUG. 26, 2022 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference—One of the largest annual gatherings of Commonwealth Parliamentarians will take place Aug. 20-26 at the 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference, 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. Let's do this: Conservative MPs Pierre Poilievre, left, and Leslyn Lewis, former Quebec premier Jean Charest, former Ontario MPP Roman Baber, and Conservative MP Scott Aitchison are in the race to become the next federal Conservative leader. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade, Sam Garcia, and handouts SATURDAY, SEPT. 10 Conservative Leadership Election—The Conservatives will elect a new party leader on Saturday, Sept. 10, with the winner crowned at an event at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa. TUESDAY, SEPT. 13 IPAC Connex—The Institute of Public Administration of Canada will hold a season opener exclusively for its members in Ottawa-Gatineau. Featured guests include Valerie Gideon, associate deputy minister, Indigenous Services Canada); Catherine MacQuarrie, fellow, Carleton school of public policy and administration; and Michael Wernick, former Clerk of the Privy Council). RSVP at https://ipac-connex.eventbrite.ca The Future of National Security in the World of the ‘N-Block War’—As part of its 50th anniversary event series, the Institute for Research on Public Policy will hold a free talk at McGill University in Montreal, Que., and online. Sept. 20, 1 p.m. ET. Andrew Potter, associate professor and graduate program director, Max Bell School of Public Policy, will moderate this discussion. Details to come. Contact Judy Mann at jmanny@irpp.org. Pearson Progressive Leadership Awards Gala—The Pearson Progressive Leadership Awards, which will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 13, at 5:30 p.m.-8:15 p.m. in Toronto, recognize outstanding progressive leaders in various sectors of our society, who make a difference in their fields and beyond. The honourees are: Lisa Raitt, vice-chair of Global Investment Banking at CIBC and former Harper-era cabinet minister; Mohamad Fakih, founder of Paramount Fine Foods; Jacqi Parchment, CEO of Mercer Canada; and Joseph S. Mancinelli, LiUNA International vice-president. For details, contact the Pearson Centre's John Knubley info@thePearsonCentre.ca; or Andrew Cardozo acardozo@thePearsonCentre.ca or 613-295-1260. MPs will return to their seats in the House of Commons on Sept. 19. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade MONDAY, SEPT. 19 House Returns—The House will return on Sept. 19, sitting until Oct. 7. It will break for one week, Oct. 10-14, 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 all, folks, for the House calendar for 2022. TUESDAY, SEPT. 20 Housing Challenges and the Rural-Urban Divide—This event will take place at the School of Public Administration, Dalhousie University, Halifax, N.S., and online. Sept. 20, 10:30 a.m. ET. CIJA’s Annual Parliamentary Reception—The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affair's annual reception is back with a twist. Under the High Patronage of the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to Canada and the Ambassador of the State of Israel to Canada, CIJA, the Canada-Morocco Parliamentary Group, and the Canada-Israel Interparliamentary Group are hosting the 'Taste of Morocco and a Sip of Israel' parliamentary reception on Tuesday, Sept. 20, at 5 p.m. in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building. For more information, contact events@cija.ca WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 21 Forest Products Association of Canada Reception—Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) will be hosting a reception to celebrate National Forest Week on Wednesday, Sept. 21, from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. EST at Métropolitain Brasserie, 700 Sussex Dr., Ottawa. Invitation only. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 28 What Does the Future of Indigenous Governance Look Like?— As part of its 50th anniversary event series, the Institute for Research on Public Policy will hold a free talk at the Universities of Regina and Saskatchewan, Regina, and online on Wednesday, Sept. 28, at 1 p.m. ET (12 p.m. CT). Speakers are: Kurtis Boyer, faculty lecturer, Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy; and Danette Starblanket, faculty lecturer, Johnson Shoyama. The moderator is Merely Fiddler-Potter, executive-in-residence, Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy. Contact Judy Mann at jmanny@irpp.org. Easter Seals 100th Anniversary Celebration—The Easter Seals will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a reception on Sept. 28, at the Métropolitain Brasserie, 700 Sussex Dr. Doors open at 5 p.m. Remarks and video presentation begin at 6 p.m. Hosted by Amber Mac and Marc-Antoine Laporte. Please join Easter Seals for a celebration of 100 years of advocacy and awareness, leadership and advancing inclusion in our country. Open to all members of the House of Commons, Senate and Staff. Please RSVP no later than Sept. 9 to amanda@easterseals.ca. MONDAY, OCT. 3 Quebec Election—Quebec voters will go to the polls on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022. WEDNESAY, OCT. 5 Rapid Changes and Transformations: The Future of Canada’s Energy Transition—As part of its 50th anniversary event series, the Institute for Research on Public Policy will hold a free talk at the School of Public Policy, University of Calgary, Calgary and online, on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 9:30 a.m. MT). Contact Judy Mann at jmanny@irpp.org. THURSDAY, OCT. 6 Building Climate Resilience—As part of its 50th anniversary event series, the Institute for Research on Public Policy will hold a free talk at Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, B.C., and online, on Thursday, Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT). Contact Judy Mann at jmanny@irpp.org. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured at the 2018 Parliamentary Press Gallery Dinner at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Que., enjoying a beer and mingling while his official photographer Adam Scotti stands by. The Hill Times photograph by Kate Malloy SATURDAY, OCT. 22 Parliamentary Press Gallery Dinner—The Parliamentary Press Gallery will be held on Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Museum of History in Gatineau, Que., for the first time in a few years. MONDAY, OCT. 24 Ontario Municipal Elections—On Oct. 24, 2022, Ontario voters will vote in municipalities across the province. 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. FRIDAY, OCT. 28 Triennial Congress of Ukrainian Canadians—The XXVII Triennial Congress of Ukrainian Canadians will take place in Winnipeg, Man., Oct. 28-30. The policy forum for the Ukrainian Canadian community on key issues including global security, Russia’s genocidal war of aggression on Ukraine, human rights, defence, and the needs of Ukrainian refugees. More information and registration at congress.ucc.ca. Support the Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal: www.cufoundation.ca 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. SATURDAY, NOV. 19 Green Leadership Election—The Green Party of Canada will announce its newly elected leader, wrapping up a race that officially began on Jun 28. 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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