WEDNESDAY, JULY 30
Bank of Canada Rate Announcement—The Bank of Canada will announce its decision on the target for the overnight rate. The Bank will also publish its quarterly Monetary Policy Report at the same time as the rate decision. Wednesday, July 30, 9:45 a.m. ET. Details via bankofcanada.ca.
Panel: ‘Telecommunications in Canada’—As part of its CIPPIC Summer Speaker Series 2025, the University of Ottawa’s Canadian Internet Policy and Public Interest Clinic hosts a discussion on “Telecommunications in Canada,” featuring Vicky Eatrides, chair and CEO of the CRTC; and Rachelle Frenette, general counsel and deputy executive director, CRTC. Wednesday, July 30, at 1 p.m. ET at uOttawa, Fauteux Hall, 57 Louis-Pasteur Private. Register via Eventbrite.
TUESDAY, AUG. 5
Lecture on Green Hydrogen and the Clean Energy Transition—The Balsillie School for International Affairs hosts a hybrid lecture on “Green Hydrogen: Navigating the Hype, Realities, and Governance for Its Pragmatic Role in the Clean Energy Transition,” delivered by fellow Munur S. Herdem. Tuesday, Aug. 5, 12-1 p.m. ET, at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, 67 Erb St. W. Waterloo, Ont., and online. Details: balsillieschool.ca.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6
Panel: ‘Building Better Housing Policy’—The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a panel discussion addressing how immigration patterns affect supply and demand, how demographic shifts are changing housing needs, and how affordability influences key life decisions such as marriage, childbearing, and household formation. The panel will look at how municipalities and developers can respond with strategies that promote affordability, strengthen civil society, and support long-term prosperity. Wednesday, Aug. 6, 12 p.m. ET, online. Details: macdonaldlaurier.ca.
THURSDAY AUG. 7—FRIDAY, AUG. 8
Aerospace Defence and Security Expo—Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr will speak at the two-day Aerospace, Defence and Security Expo hosted by the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada. Under the theme of “Resilience and Readiness,” this event will feature opportunities for networking with industry and government leaders. Sara Cohen, deputy head of mission at the Canadian Embassy to the United States, will also deliver remarks. Thursday, Aug. 7, to Friday, Aug. 8, at the Fraser Valley Trade and Exhibition Centre, 1190 Cornell St., Abbotsford, B.C. Register: aiac.ca.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13
Webinar: ‘Breaking the Feed’—The Macdonald-Laurier Institute hosts a webinar, “Breaking the Feed: Does the attention economy undermine our democracy?” Beyond distorting public debate, the attention economy is undermining journalism, accelerating mental health crises, polarizing citizens, and opening the door to foreign influence operations. A panel of experts will explore the complex relationship between free speech, democracy, and the attention economy, and what can be done to foster healthier digital spaces. Wednesday, Aug. 13 at 1 p.m. ET happening online.
SUNDAY, AUG. 17
Summer Social with Liberal MP Chagger—Liberal MP Bardish Chagger hosts her annual summer social event featuring an authentic Indian cuisine lunch. Sunday, Aug. 17, from 1-3 p.m. ET. Location to be confirmed, in Waterloo, Ont. Details: liberal.ca.
MONDAY, AUG. 18
Byelection in Battle River–Crowfoot—Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre will be running in the byelection in Battle River–Crowfoot, Alta., which will be held today. Former Conservative MP Damien Kurek resigned his seat so that Poilievre could run here and get a seat in the House.
SATURDAY, AUG. 23
Corn Roast with Liberal MP Fanjoy—Liberal MP Bruce Fanjoy hosts a corn roast meet and greet event. Saturday, Aug. 23, at 4 p.m. ET at 322 Duncan Drive, McNab/Braeside, Ont. Details: liberal.ca.
MONDAY, SEPT. 1
Senator Seidman’s Retirement—Today is Quebec Conservative Senator Judith Seidman’s 75th birthday, which means her mandatory retirement from the Senate.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3—FRIDAY, SEPT. 5
Assembly of First Nations’ AGA—The Assembly of First Nations hosts its annual general assembly. Wednesday, Sept. 3, to Friday, Sept. 5, at the RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave., Winnipeg. Details: afn.ca/events.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 5—SATURDAY, SEPT. 6
CSFN Regional Conference—The Canada Strong and Free Network hosts its 2025 Regional Conference. Conservatives will gather to discuss the unique needs and aspirations of Western Canadians within the Canadian federation. Speakers include Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, former Reform Party leader Preston Manning, and Lord Conrad Black. Friday, Sept. 5, to Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Westin Airport Calgary Hotel. Details: canadastrongandfree.network.
TUESDAY SEPT. 9—THURSDAY, SEPT. 12
Liberal National Caucus Meeting—The federal Liberals will meet from Tuesday, Sept. 9 to Thursday, Sept. 12, for their national caucus meeting in Edmonton to set their fall strategy.
MONDAY, SEPT. 15
House Returns—The House of Commons returns on Monday, Sept. 15, and it’s expected to be a busy fall session. It will sit Sept. 15-19; Sept. 22-26; Oct. 1-3; Oct. 6-10; Oct. 20-24; Oct. 27-31; Nov. 3-7; Nov. 17-21; Nov. 24-28; Dec. 1-5; and Dec. 8-12. That’s 11 weeks left before it breaks for the year 2025. In total, the House will have sat only 73 days this year. Last year, it sat 122 days, and in 2023 it sat 121 days. In 2022, it sat 129 days, and in 2021 it sat 95 days.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 16
Conference: ‘Canada’s Next Economic Transformation’—The Institute for Research on Public Policy hosts a day-long conference, “Canada’s Next Economic Transformation: Industrial Policy in Tumultuous Times.” Participants include Steve Verheul (former assistant deputy minister of the Trade Policy and Negotiations branch of Global Affairs Canada); Matthew Holmes (Canadian Chamber of Commerce); Emna Braham (L’Institut du Québec); Jim Stanford (Centre for Future Work); Jesse McCormick (First Nations Major Project Coalition); Chris Bataille (Centre on Global Energy Policy); and Tim Hudak (Counsel Public Affairs). Tuesday, Sept. 16, at the Lord Elgin Hotel, 100 Elgin St., Ottawa. Details: irpp.org.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 17
CUTA 2025 Policy Forum—The Canadian Urban Transit Association hosts its 2025 Policy Forum, bringing together some of North America’s leading transit and urban mobility experts to discuss the industry’s future. Wednesday, Sept. 17, at 8 a.m. ET the Lord Elgin Hotel, 100 Elgin St., Ottawa. Register via Eventbrite.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 19
First of 2025 CBC Massey Lectures—Former Amnesty International Canada secretary-general Alex Neve will deliver this year’s CBC Massey Lectures, titled “Universal: Renewing Human Rights in a Fractured World.” The next lectures will take place in Vancouver (Sept. 25), Edmonton (Oct. 1), Happy Valley/Goose Bay, Labrador (Oct. 15), and Ottawa (Oct. 30). Friday, Sept. 19, Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St. W., Toronto. Details to follow: masseycollege.ca.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 21
Senator Mégie’s Retirement—Today is Quebec ISG Senator Marie-Françoise Mégie’s 75th birthday, which means her mandatory retirement from the Senate.
MONDAY, SEPT. 22
Ottawa Centre September Trivia Night—The Ontario Liberal Party hosts an evening of trivia and fun downtown with fellow Liberals. Each ticket includes snacks and a drink cover, and new Future Fund sign-ups will be accepted at the door. Monday, Sept. 22, at 5:30 p.m. ET at 3 Brewers Restaurant, 240 Sparks St., Ottawa. Details: ontarioliberal.ca.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 23
Senate Returns—The Senate will return on Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 2 p.m., and is scheduled to sit Sept. 23-25, but could also sit on Sept. 26. It’s scheduled to sit Oct. 1-2 (possibly Oct. 30); Oct. 7-9 (possibly Oct. 6 and Oct. 10); Oct. 21-23 (possibly Oct. 20 and Oct. 24); Oct. 28-30 (possibly Oct. 27 and Oct. 31); Nov. 4-6 (possibly Nov. 3 and Nov. 7); Nov. 18-20 (possibly Nov. 17 and Nov. 21); Nov. 25-27 (possibly Nov. 24 and Nov. 28); Dec. 2-4 (possibly Dec. 1 and Dec. 5); Dec. 9-11 (possibly Dec. 8 and Dec. 12); and finally Dec. 16-18 (possibly Dec. 15 and Dec. 19). And that will be it for 2025.
Future Forward Summit—Canada 2020 hosts its annual policy summit on the topic “Future Forward: Shaping Public Policy in Canada.” At a time when the world is shifting fast, this summit asks the question: how can Canada shape—not just react to—the forces defining our future? Tuesday, Sept. 23, at The Westin Ottawa. Details: canada2020.ca.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24
Politics and the Pen Gala—The Writers’ Trust of Canada hosts the Politics and the Pen Gala, its annual fundraiser where the $25,000 Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing will also be presented. Location to be announced. Details: writerstrust.com.
MONDAY, SEPT. 29 – TUESDAY, SEPT. 30
Couchiching 2025—The Canadian International Council and the Aga Khan Museum host the two-day Couchiching annual conference on the theme “Securing Canada’s Atlantic Future.” This high-level strategic dialogue bringing together policymakers, thought leaders, and experts to provide insights into how to navigate Canada’s role in an era of global upheaval. Monday, Sept. 29, to Tuesday, Sept. 30, at the Aga Khan Museum
77 Wynford Dr., Toronto. Details: thecic.org/couchiching2025.
MONDAY, OCT. 6
An Evening with David Peterson—The Pearson Centre hosts an evening with David Peterson, celebrating the 40th anniversary of his becoming premier of Ontario in 1985. Monday, Oct. 6, at 6:30 p.m. ET at One King West, Toronto. Details: thepearsoncentre.ca.
FRIDAY, OCT. 17
Senator Richards’ Retirement—Today is New Brunswick Senator David Adams Richards’ 75th birthday, which means his mandatory retirement from the Senate.
TUESDAY, OCT. 21
The Regent Debate—The C.D. Howe Institute host the seventh Regent Debate, a marquee platform for serious discussion on policy issues essential to Canada’s future. Speakers to be announced. Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 5 p.m. ET at the Fairmont Royal York, Toronto. Register: cdhowe.org.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22
Library and Archives Canada Scholar Awards—Get ready to honour outstanding Canadians who have left an indelible mark on our country’s cultural, literary, and historical heritage at the 2025 Library and Archives Canada Scholar Awards. This year’s recipients are: author Danny Ramadan, historian Margaret MacMillan, poet Rupi Kaur, playwright Tomson Highway, and writer Gabrielle Boulianne-Tremblay. Presented by The Library and Archives Canada Foundation and Library and Archives Canada, with generous sponsor, Air Canada. Wednesday, Oct. 22, 5:30 p.m. ET, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa. By invitation only.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22—SUNDAY, OCT. 26
Ottawa International Writers’ Festival—The Ottawa International Writers’ Festival fall edition takes place from Wednesday, Oct. 22, to Sunday, Oct. 26. Details to come: writersfestival.org.
THURSDAY, OCT. 23
Douglas Roche to be Awarded—Douglas Roche will receive the Canadian Leadership for Nuclear Disarmament 2025 Distinguished Achievement Award. He will also deliver a lecture, “Creative Dissent: A Politician’s Struggle for Peace.” A reception will follow. Thursday, Oct. 23, at 4 p.m at the Centre for International Policy Studies, Room 4007, Faculty of Social Sciences Building, 120 University Pvt., University of Ottawa. Contact: clnd@pugwashgroup.ca.
THURSDAY, OCT. 30
Final CBC Massey Lecture—Former Amnesty International Canada secretary-general Alex Neve will deliver the final instalment of this year’s CBC Massey Lectures, titled “Universal: Renewing Human Rights in a Fractured World.” Thursday, Oct. 30, at the National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St., Ottawa. Details to follow: masseycollege.ca
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 5
Vimy Gala—The Conference of Defence Associations Institute hosts its 33rd annual Vimy Gala. This prestigious black-tie event honours Canada’s fallen heroes and celebrate exceptional Canadians who have shaped the nation’s defence and security landscape. The 2025 Vimy Award Laureate will also be honoured. Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Canadian War Museum, 1 Vimy Pl. Register: cdainstitute.ca.
THURSDAY, NOV. 6
GreenPAC’s Breakfast on the Hill—GreenPAC hosts a special 10th anniversary edition of its Breakfast on the Hill, bringing together Parliamentarians from all parties with leaders from business, academia, non-profits, and youth movements to connect over shared environmental priorities. Featuring the first-ever alumni reunion for the Parliamentary Internship for the Environment, and a to-be-announced keynote speaker. Thursday, Nov. 6, at 7:30 a.m. ET at the Fairmont Château Laurier, 1 Rideau St. Details via Eventbrite.
FRIDAY, NOV. 14
Seminar: ‘Parliamentary Committees’—The Canadian Study of Parliament Group hosts the first in its latest series of three seminars. “Parliamentary Committees” will explore how parliamentary committees in Canada function and evolve including the roles of parliamentarians and parliamentary staff, how public servants prepare for appearances while maintaining political neutrality, and the impact of minority governments, digital tools, and emerging technologies. The next seminars will take place in 2026. Friday, Nov. 14, at 8:30 a.m. at 111 Wellington St., Ottawa. Register via Eventbrite.
TUESDAY, NOV. 18
Timothy Caulfield to Deliver IRPP Lecture—The Institute for Research on Public Policy hosts its fall lecture featuring University of Alberta professor Timothy Caulfield on “How to Escape the Fake: Making Good Policy in the Age of Misinformation.” Reception to follow. Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 5 p.m. at the Fairmont Château Laurier, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa. Register via Eventbrite.
SATURDAY, NOV. 22
Press Gallery Dinner—The Parliamentary Press Gallery will host its annual gala dinner. Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Sir John A. Macdonald Building, Ottawa. Details: collin.lafrance@parl.gc.ca.
THURSDAY, JAN. 29—SATURDAY, JAN. 31, 2026
Conservative National Convention—The Conservative Party of Canada will hold its the National Convention. Thursday, Jan. 29, to Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, at the Telus Convention Centre, Calgary.
SUNDAY, MARCH 29, 2026
NDP Leadership Election Results—The results of the election for the federal NDP’s new leader will be announced today.
THURSDAY, APRIL 9–SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2026
Liberal National Convention—The 2026 Liberal National Convention will take place from Thursday, April 9, to Saturday, April 11, 2026, in in Montreal, Que., featuring policy discussions, guest speakers, training sessions, and the election of the next national board of directors. Details: liberal.ca.
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