Speaker Rota wraps Commonwealth conference in Halifax Aug. 26

SATURDAY, AUG. 20—FRIDAY, AUG. 26 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference—One of the largest annual gatherings of Commonwealth Parliamentarians is taking place until Aug. 26 at the 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference, hosted by the CPA Canada Region in Halifax. The annual flagship event brings together over 500 Parliamentarians, parliamentary staff, and decision makers from across the Commonwealth for this unique conference and networking opportunity. The conference is hosted by the CPA president (2019-2021), House Speaker Anthony Rota. All eligible CPA branches have been contacted with further information and invitations. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 24 House Not Sitting—The House is not sitting right now. 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. Tasha Kheiriddin Ottawa Book Launch—Navigator will host an Ottawa book launch for Tasha Kheiriddin, author of The Right Path: How Conservatives Can Unite, Inspire and Take Canada Forward, on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. There be a reading, a Q&A, and a book signing. Invitation only. For more info, please visit therightpathbook.com, and if you can attend kindly RSVP to rsvp2@navltd.com. SUNDAY, AUG. 28—TUESDAY, AUG. 30 Victoria Forum—The University of Victoria and the Senate of Canada host the 2022 Victoria Forum on the theme "Bridging Divides: Turf, Truth, and Trust." Participants include ISG Senator Rosa Galvez; Canada's Ambassador to the UN Bob Rae; Assembly of First Nations National Chief RoseAnne Archibald; and Amina Mohammed, deputy secretary general of the United Nations. This event will take place at the University of Victoria. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 7 Vermont and Quebec: Strengthening Economic Relations—Governor of Vermont Phil Scott will deliver remarks on "Vermont and Quebec: Strengthening Economic Relations" at a luncheon event hosted by the Montreal Council on Foreign Relations. This event will take place at Sofitel Montréal, 1155 Sherbrooke St. W. Wednesday, Sept. 7, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register at corim.qc.ca. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 7—FRIDAY, SEPT. 9 IPAC Annual Conference—The Institute of Public Administration of Canada hosts its 75th anniversary celebration and annual conference from Sept. 7-9. This year's theme is “Reflecting on the Past, Imagining the Future,” looking back on the last 75 years of public administration and social change in Canada, specifically on public servants' achievements and the resilience they have demonstrated, and surveying the significant challenges ahead. This event will take place in-person and virtually at the Westin Harbour Castle, 1 Harbour Sq., Toronto. Register at ipac.ca. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 7—SATURDAY, SEPT. 10 NDP Caucus Retreat—The federal NDP caucus will be gather for a four-day retreat to plan for the upcoming session of Parliament. New Democrats will be discussing their fall priorities focused on making life more affordable for people. This event will take place at the Hotel Halifax, 1990 Barrington St. THURSDAY, SEPT. 8 Economic Progress Report—Bank of Canada Senior Deputy Governor Carolyn Rogers will deliver the bank's Economic Progress Report at a breakfast event hosted by Calgary Economic Development. This event will take place at Hudson Loft at 200 8 Ave. SW, 6th floor, Calgary, Alta. Thursday, Sept, 8, 8:30-11 a.m. MDT. RSVP at showpass.com/bank-of-canada-economic-progress-report/ THURSDAY, SEPT. 8—FRIDAY, SEPT. 9 Public Info Session on changes to the Competition Act—The Competition Bureau will host two virtual public information sessions on Sept. 8 and 9 to let the public know about changes to the Competition Act. The Bureau invites all interested Canadians to register and send questions in advance by Aug. 22. Members of the public can register and send questions via Eventbrite. 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 new leader will be announced on Sept. 10. 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 that goes 4:30-11 p.m. at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa. Tickets on sale at cpcleadership.ca/tickets MONDAY, SEPT. 12 An Evening with Margaret MacMillan—The Bill Graham Centre hosts an evening with author Margaret MacMillan who will discuss her work on war and society, including her latest book War: How Conflict Shaped Us. This event will take place at the Campbell Conference Facility, Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, 1 Devonshire Pl., Toronto. Monday, Sept. 12, 7-8:30 p.m. Register at billgrahamcentre.utoronto.ca. 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 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. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 14 From Nursing Practice to Nursing Policy: Lessons in Politics, Leadership, and Life—Minister of Seniors Kamal Khera will deliver remarks as part of the Global Changemakers Speakers Series hosted by the Canadian Nurses Association. Wednesday, Sept. 14, 1-2 p.m. CNA members can register at cna-aiic.ca. THURSDAY, SEPT. 15 CN-Tellier Forum on Business and Public Policy: Working Together to Rebuilding Trust and Manage Uncertainty—After a three-year hiatus, the CN-Paul M. Tellier Chair on Business and Public Policy at the University of Ottawa is again pleased to bring together an array of experienced professionals and experts to offer examples and discuss solutions of how Canadian businesses and governments can work together effectively to face issues that challenge Canadians’ well-being. The event will take place in-person at the Rideau Club, 99 Bank St., Ottawa, Thursday, Sept. 15, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information and to register: eventbrite.ca/e/cn-tellier-forum-working-together-to-rebuild-trust-and-manage-uncertainty-tickets-335369578437. Where is This Economy Heading?—NGen hosts a webinar, "Where is this economy heading?" Peter Hall, former vice-president and chief economist for Export Development Canada, will share insights on where our economy is heading, and what Canadian manufacturers need to be aware of in order to navigate and thrive in these uncertain times. Thursday, Sept. 15, noon ET. Registration available online. 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. Sustainability in Canada: An Evening with Mark Carney—The Canadian Chapter of the Accounting for Sustainability (A4S) CFO Leadership Network, in partnership with CPA Canada, will host a reception from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. on Sept. 19 at the Rideau Club, 99 Bank St., 15th floor. The Canadian Chapter of the Accountability for Sustainability will celebrate its fifth anniversary with a keynote address from Mark Carney, UN special envoy on climate action and finance, as well as the launch of The Essential Guide to Incentivizing Action Along The Value Chain. Invitation only. TUESDAY, SEPT. 20 CUTA's Policy Forum in Ottawa—The Canadian Urban Transit Association hosts its policy forum, featuring some of North America’s leading transit and urban mobility experts to discuss the future of the industry. Participants include to-be-confirmed Members of Parliament; former Edmonton mayor Don Iveson, now executive director of Civic Good; and Marco D’Angelo, president and CEO, CUTA. This event will take place at the Ottawa Art Gallery, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge. Tuesday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Register via Eventbrite. Competition and Green Growth Summit—The Competition Bureau will host the Competition and Green Growth Summit, where experts will discuss the interaction between competition law and policy and sustainability. The Summit will bring together international competition authorities, regulators, businesses, non-governmental organizations, lawyers, and academics. Tuesday, Sept. 20, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info at competitionbureau.gc.ca. 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. Tuesday, Sept. 20, 10:30 a.m. ET. Canadians Want More Mining – Can We Deliver?—Pierre Gratton, president and CEO of the Mining Association of Canada, will deliver remarks on "Seizing the Moment: Canadians Want More Mining – Can We Deliver," hosted by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. This event will take place at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, 900 W Georgia St. Tuesday, Sept. 20, 11:30 a.m. PT. Tickets available from boardoftrade.com. Pandemic Macroeconomics—Bank of Canada Deputy Governor Paul Beaudry will deliver remarks on "Pandemic macroeconomics: What we’ve learned, and what may lie ahead," part of the Faculty of Arts Distinguished Lecture in Economics hosted by the University of Waterloo. This event will take place at Federation Hall, University of Waterloo. Tuesday, Sept. 20, 3:30-4:45 p.m. Register at uwaterloo.ca. CIJA’s Annual Parliamentary Reception—The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs' 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 6-8 p.m. ET at Métropolitain Brasserie, 700 Sussex Dr., Ottawa. Invitation only. THURSDAY, SEPT. 22 Finding our Way Back—The Network for Strategic Analysis hosts a colloquium, "Finding our Way Back: Defining a Coherent International Strategy for Canada." A yet-to-be announced panel of experts and practitioners will discuss questions including: Where is Canada going? What should be its place on the international scene? How Canada should defend itself and how best to ensure its security? This event will take place at the National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St., Ottawa. Thursday, Sept. 22, 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Register via Eventbrite. THURSDAY, SEPT. 22—FRIDAY, SEPT. 23 Canadian Forum on Global Economic Sanctions—The Canadian Institute hosts the seventh annual Canadian Forum on Global Economic Sanctions. Representatives from the Canadian and international governments, companies and financial institutions will discuss Russia, China, Cuba and humanitarian sanctions developments and compliance best practices. This conference will take place at the Fairmont Royal York, 100 Front St. W., Toronto. Register at: canadianinstitute.com/global-economic-sanctions/ SATURDAY, SEPT. 24 Canada Strong and Free Regional Networking Conference—The Canada Strong and Free Network hosts its 2022 regional networking conference. Participants will discuss and debate about the most important issues facing our country today. Just two weeks after the federal Conservative leadership results, this will be a great opportunity to debrief on where the federal party is headed. This event will take place at the Cambridge Hotel and Conference Centre, 3310 50 Ave., Red Deer, Alta. Details at canadastrongandfree.network. TUESDAY, SEPT. 27 Housing on the Hill Day—The Canadian Housing and Renewal Association hosts its "Housing on the Hill Day," featuring meetings between housing professionals and MPs to discuss issues in the social and non-profit housing sector. The agenda also features updates on key federal housing policies and programs delivered by senior government and political representatives, and an all-party political panel. This event will take place at the Delta Hotel by Marriott Ottawa City Centre, 101 Lyon St. N. Tuesday, Sept. 27, 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tickets via Eventbrite. TUESDAY, SEPT. 27—THURSDAY, SEPT. 29 AFN's Second National Climate Gathering—The Assembly of First Nations is hosting its Second Climate Gathering: Preserving Our Earth, Land and Water for Future Generations, Fredericton, N.B., Sept. 27-29, at the Fredericton Convention Centre in Fredericton, N.B. Please contact the AFN at climategathering@afn.ca for more information. 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 Dinner 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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Speaker Rota wraps Commonwealth conference in Halifax Aug. 26

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