This just in: House is back on Monday, Jan. 30

MONDAY, JAN. 30 House Resumes Sitting—The House resumes sitting on Monday, Jan. 30, and will sit for three straight weeks (Jan. 30-Feb. 17). It will break on Friday, Feb. 17, and will return on Monday, March 6. It will sit for one week and will adjourn on Friday, March 10. It will return on Monday, March 20, and will sit for two weeks (March 20-March 31). It will break again on Friday, March 31, for two weeks and will return on Monday, April 17, and will sit for five consecutive weeks (April 17-May 19). It will adjourn on Friday, May 19, for one week and will return again on Monday, May 29, and will sit for four consecutive weeks (May 29-June 23). It's scheduled to adjourn for the summer on June 23, 2023. It will break for 12 weeks (June 23-Sept. 18) and will resume sitting on Monday, Sept. 18. It will sit for three weeks (Sept. 18-Oct. 6), and will adjourn on Friday, Oct. 6, for a week. It will resume sitting on Monday, Oct. 16, and will sit for four consecutive weeks (Oct. 16-Nov. 10). It will break for one week (Nov. 13-Nov. 17) and will resume sitting on Monday, Nov. 20, and will sit for for four weeks (Nov. 20-Dec. 15). Nation Builder of the Year Award—The Empire Club of Canada hosts the 2022 Nation Builder of the Year Award, recognizing Canadians who have made a positive, timely and lasting contribution to Canadian Society. This year's recipient is Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser, Canadian Olympic ice hockey player, assistant general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, and resident physician. This hybrid event will happen on Monday, Jan. 30, 11 a.m. EST. Details: empireclubofcanada.com. Minister Champagne Delivers Remarks—Innovation, Science and Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne will deliver remarks at a luncheon event hosted by the Montreal Council on Foreign Relations. He will be joined by Thierry Breton, commissioner for Internal Market, European Commission. This event will take place at the Marriott Château Champlain, 1050 De la Gauchetière St. W., Montreal. Monday, Jan. 30. 11:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. To register, visit corim.qc.ca. TUESDAY, JAN. 31 Conference: 'Canadian Agri-Food in a Hungry World'—The Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute, Canadian Global Affairs Institute, and the Canadian Agri-food Trade Alliance host "Canadian Agri-Food in a Hungry World," a one-day conference featuring leaders from across agri-food, security, foreign affairs and trade. The intersection of farming and food production with trade, security, and diplomacy can give Canada a new and exciting role in the world, if we are willing to take it on. This event will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 31, at Westin TwentyTwo, 22nd Floor, 11 Colonel By Dr., beginning at 8 a.m. EST. Register via Eventbrite. Webinar: 'Race, Nostalgia, and the Politics of Loyalty'—Toronto Metropolitan University hosts a webinar on the book Uncle: Race, Nostalgia, and the Politics of Loyalty. TMU assistant professor Dr. Cheryl Thompson will discuss her book and how, from martyr to insult, “Uncle Tom” has influenced two centuries of racial politics. This event will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 31, online. 12:30 p.m. EST. Register via Eventbrite. Emergency Management in Canada—The Institute of Public Administration of Canada's Manitoba branch hosts a webinar, "Emergency Management in Canada." Johanu Botha, assistant deputy minister, Emergency Management, Government of Manitoba, will explore how in Canada, the challenge of developing emergency management systems is affected by the divide between federal and local governments, the constitutional responsibility and policy capacity of provinces, Indigenous emergency management capacity, and the application of emergency management expertise. Tuesday, Jan. 31, 12-1 p.m. CST. Register via Eventbrite. Celebrate Canadian Film With TIFF—Cameron Bailey, CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival, is hosting a reception in Ottawa on Tuesday, Jan. 31, to celebrate Canada's leadership in the global film industry, 5 p.m.-7 p.m., at the Fairmont Château Laurier Hotel, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa. It's invitation only. For questions, please email at government@tiff.net. Canadian Public Health Association Webinar—Canada's Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Theresa Tam will take part in a webinar, "Public Health System Transformation to Mobilize Research and Innovation on Climate Change," hosted by the Canadian Public Health Association and the Public Health Physicians of Canada. Tam will identify the need to generate new knowledge and evidence to inform and guide public health action on climate change. Tuesday, Jan. 31, 7-8 p.m. EST. Register online. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 1 Black History Month Tales Exhibition—As part of Black History Month 2023, the Senate's African-Canadian Group, in collaboration with Mosaïque Interculturelle and the African-Canadian Cultural Centre of Montreal, invites you to discover the works of African-Canadian artists. The exhibition is accessible to the public from Feb. 1-28. Grand opening on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Senate Foyer. RSVP before Jan. 26 to: marie-francoise.megie@sen.parl.gc.ca Policy Magazine Working Lunch—LNG and Net Zero, featuring Greg Ebel, president and CEO of Enbridge; David Coletto, chair and CEO of Abacus Data; Edward Greenspan, president and CEO of Public Policy Forum, and more panellists to be announced. The working lunch discussion will be moderated by L. Ian MacDonald and audience Q&A moderated by Don Newman. Tables of six, $1,000 plus HST; singles $175. Reserve by credit care online at policymagazine.ca and for more information: lianmacdonald@gmail.com. Indigenous Disruptions—Carleton University hosts a lecture, "Indigenous Disruptions: How Indigenous Self-Determination Practices Can Deepen and Expand International Theory," featuring Sheryl Lightfoot, Canada Research Chair in Global Indigenous Rights and Politics; and associate professor, First Nations and Indigenous Studies and Political Science at the University of British Columbia. This event will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 1, in Room 2220-2228 Richcraft Building, 1125 Colonel By Dr., 5 p.m. EST. Details: events.carleton.ca. Canadian Club of Toronto Marks 125 years—The Canadian Club of Toronto celebrates its 125-year history. A panel of past premiers including Jason Kenney and Kathleen Wynne will discuss with Steve Paikin how unified Canada is after more than 150 years of exploration. Nyall Johnston will open the event with a creation story, and George Elliott Clarke will close the event with poetry. This event will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 1, at Malaparte, 350 King St. W. Toronto, at 5:30 p.m. EST. Details: canadianclub.org. Webinar on 'MAID in early 2023'—Dalhousie University hosts a webinar, "MAID in early 2023: Where are We Now and Where are We Going?" part of its 17th Dalhousie Mini Medical School. This event will take place online on Feb. 1 at 6 p.m. EST. Details: events.dal.ca. Lecture on 'Age of Anarchy'—The Balsillie School for International Affairs hosts a lecture, "The Age of Anarchy: Navigating a World Where Everyone is Connected and No One is in Charge," featuring Balsillie School fellow John Hancock, counsellor, World Trade Organization in Geneva. This hybrid event will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 1, at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, 67 Erb St. W. Waterloo, Ont., at 7 p.m. EST. Details: balsillieschool.ca. THURSDAY, FEB. 2 Defending Democracies from Disinformation—The Macdonald-Laurier Institute, the Japan Foundation Toronto, and the Embassy of Japan host a webinar, "Defending democracies from disinformation: An imperative for Canada-Japan strategic co-operation." Panelists will examine the current state of disinformation threats and countermeasures/practices in Canada and Japan, as well as the potential for Canada-Japan co-operation in fighting against potential disinformation campaigns. Japan's Ambassador to Canada Kanji Yamanouchi will deliver remarks. Thursday, Feb. 2, 8-9:30 a.m. Register via Eventbrite. Keynote Speech on ‘Investing in the Growth of Canada's Indigenous Economy’—Indigenous Services Minister and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario Patty Hajdu will deliver a keynote address, "Investing in the Growth of Canada's Indigenous Economy." A panel discussion will follow, moderated by Tabatha Bull, president and CEO, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business. This event will take place at the Fairmont Château Laurier, 1 Rideau St. Thursday, Feb. 2, 11:30 a.m. Tickets available at canadianclubottawa.ca. MONDAY, FEB. 6 Pallium Canada's Parliamentary Reception: Pallium Canada will host a parliamentary reception from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. on Feb. 6 at the Métropolitain Brasserie Restaurant, 700 Sussex Drive. This reception will include cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and discussions centred on improving palliative care for all Canadians. For more information, contact ishwari.sawant@crestviewstrategy.com. Lecture on 'Inside the IPCC'—Carleton University hosts a lecture, "Climate Diplomacy and its Histories: Inside the IPCC." Ruth Morgan, Australian National University, will discuss how a planetary challenge like climate change suggests an international collaborative response, and how the expectation that climate diplomacy would follow scientific advances and produce multilateral solutions to the climate problem has proven to be complicated. This event will take place at Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre, 355 Cooper St., 7 p.m. Details at events.carleton.ca. TUESDAY, FEB. 7 First Ministers' Meeting—Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is scheduled to meet with the premiers in Ottawa on Tuesday, Feb. 7, to talk about a new health-care deal. Bank of Canada Governor to Deliver Remarks—Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem will deliver remarks at a luncheon event hosted by the CFA Society Quebec in Québec City. Tuesday, Feb. 7, 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. EST. Details via cfaquebec.org. TUESDAY, FEB. 7—THURSDAY, FEB. 9 AFN Water Symposium—The Assembly of First Nations Symposium hosts its sixth Water Symposium and Trade Show, a chance to discuss safe drinking water and wastewater issues specific to First Nations across Canada. This event will take place at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre, Feb. 7-9. Details: afn.ca. TUESDAY, FEB. 7-FRIDAY, FEB. 10 Sustainable Communities Conference—The Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ hosts its Sustainable Communities Conference from Feb. 7-10. Under the theme “Connecting for the future," participants will discuss and share best practices for making Canadian communities more environmentally, socially and economically vibrant. This event will take place online and at the Westin Hotel, 11 Colonel By Dr. Call 613-907-6395. Details: fcm.ca WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8 Bioindustrial Innovation Canada Reception—Join Bioindustrial Innovation Canada for a reception to learn more about Canada’s growing sustainable chemistry innovation ecosystem. Come meet the people behind some of Canada’s green start-ups and learn about what BIC’s business accelerator has to offer. Feb. 8, 5:30 p.m., Renaissance Room, Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa. RSVP: mjackson@bincanada.ca. THURSDAY, FEB. 9 Bombardier CEO to Deliver Remarks—The Canadian Club of Toronto hosts a luncheon featuring Éric Martel, president and CEO of Bombardier, who will speak on "Bombardier: Driving Canadian Ingenuity and Defending our Borders." This event will take place at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel. 11:45 a.m. Details online. canadianclub.org. U.S. Ambassador to Deliver Remarks—U.S. Ambassador to Canada David Cohen will deliver remarks on Thursday, Feb. 9, at 12 p.m. EST, at a roundtable luncheon hosted by the C.D. Howe Institute. This event will take place at 67 Yonge St., Suite 300, Toronto. Register: cdhowe.org. FRIDAY, FEB. 10 Minister Sajjan to Deliver Remarks—International Development Minister and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada Harjit Sajjan will deliver remarks on international development as part of a luncheon event hosted by the Montreal Council on Foreign Relations in Montreal, Que. Friday, Feb. 10, 11:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Details at corim.qc.ca. MONDAY, FEB. 13 A Celebration of Canadian Brewing—Parliamentarians and staff are invited to a reception hosted by Beer Canada on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023, at 6 p.m., in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building. RSVP by Feb. 7 at cheers@beercanada.com. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 15 Achieving Agri-Food Workforce Stability by 2030: Food and Beverage Canada 2023 Policy Breakfast—This event, held in partnership with the Canadian Agricultural Human Resources Council (CAHRC) and in conjunction with The Future of Food Conference will bring together Co-Chairs of the National Workforce Strategic Framework for Agriculture and Food & Beverage Manufacturing to discuss the challenges in addressing industry’s historic labour and skills shortfalls. Space is limited. For more details, contact Kristina Farrell at kfarrell@tsa.ca. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 22 Film: Ice Breaker—The Canadian Ambassadors Alumni Association and the Professional Association of Foreign Service Officers host a special screening of the feature-length documentary film Ice Breaker: The 1972 Summit Series, based on the Canada-USSR 1972 hockey series and Gary J. Smith's book, Ice War Diplomat: Hockey Meets Cold War Politics at the 1972 Summit Series. All funds raised will support a scholarship fund for a graduate student of Indigenous background to study international affairs at Carleton University This event will take place at the ByTowne Cinema, 325 Rideau St., Ottawa. Call 613-745-4677. 6:45 pm EST. TUESDAY, FEB. 28 Roundtable with CRA Commissioner —The C.D. Howe Institute hosts a roundtable luncheon with Bob Hamilton, commissioner of the Canada Revenue Agency. This event will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 28, at 12 p.m. EST, at 67 Yonge St., Suite 300, Toronto. Details: cdhowe.org. THURSDAY, MARCH 16 Conference on Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants —International Development Minister and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada Harjit S. Sajjan and Janez Lenarčič, European commissioner for crisis management, will co-host the International Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants and their Host Countries and Communities. Details to follow. Contact Haley.Hodgson@international.gc.ca. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29 Grain Farmers of Ontario, Quebec Grain Farmers, Atlantic Grains Council and Spirits Canada Event—Rob Black, Senator (Ontario), in partnership with Grain Farmers of Ontario, Quebec Grain Farmers, Atlantic Grains Council and Spirits Canada invite you to a reception to meet grains and oilseed farmers and sample some exceptional Canadian whiskies made from Canada’s finest grains. The event will be hosted on March 29, 2023, from 4-8 p.m. EST in the Wellington Building, Room 325. Invited guests and Parliamentarians please RSVP to ahessels@gfo.ca. THURSDAY, MAY 4-SATURDAY, MAY 6 Liberal National Convention—Liberals from the across the country will be in Ottawa for the Liberal National Convention, May 4-6. The convention will host policy discussions, special keynote speakers, innovative campaign training session, and Liberals will elect their new national board of directors. Early-bird registration before Feb. 27 is $499.99. There will also be a virtual access pass to the convention. Registration details online here. Need help with registration or accessibility information? Please contact lib2023@liberal.ca or 1-888-LIBERAL 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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