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Canada 2020 hosts a policy conference “Building an Energy Superpower: Canada’s Energy Future", a one-day conference focused on the ideas, investments, and partnerships needed to secure Canada’s energy future. In the final panel discussion Terence Hubbard (Impact Assessment Agency of Canada), Mark Watton (Canada Energy Regulator) and Jeff Labonte (Natural Resources Canada) join moderator Marco Mendicino (Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP) to dicuss how energy and infrastructure projects decisions are made in practice. (March 10, 2026)

The Montreal Institute for International Studies is hosting the sixth edition of the Rendez-Vous Gérin-Lajoie. Fanny Dagenais-Dion (Canadian Red Cross) moderates a panel discussion on the state of international humanitarian law. The panel includes Sami Aoun (professor emeritus, Université de Sherbrooke), Maryse Dodard (delegate, Canadian Red Cross), Bushra Khalidi (Palestinian territory policy lead, Oxfam) et François Audet (director, IEIM). (April 15, 2026)

Progressive leaders from across Canada gather in Ottawa for the 2026 Progress Summit, hosted by the Broadbent Institute. This year's theme is “Defending Democracy Across Borders.” The Summit brings together leaders and activists to assess today’s challenges and re-envision the plan to defend democracy globally. The panelists discuss democratic socialism and successful grassroots level organizing strategies in the United States and Canada.

The Eurasia Group and RBC host the 2026 US-Canada Summit in Toronto. The day long event brings together top leaders from business and politics to discuss and debate the opportunities and challenges facing the US-Canada relationship. In the afternoon session Canadian Astronaut Jeremy Hansen sits down with John Stackhouse (RBC) to discuss the Artemis II mission. (June 11, 2026)

The Public Policy Forum’s 2026 Canada Growth Summit brings together the top minds in policy, business, investment and government in Toronto to discuss Canada’s economic growth potential.Sean Boyd (Agnico Eagl) Anne-Raphaëlle Audouin (Nukik Corporation), Erin O’Toole (Former Leader of the Conservative Party) and Premier R.J. Simpson (Government of Northwest Territories) join moderator JP Gladu (Mokwateh) to discuss the importance of investment in the Arctic. (May 7, 2026)

The Coalition for a Better Future hosts its annual scorecard reporting event in Ottawa to provide an update on Canada’s economic growth. CPAC’s Michael Serapio moderates a conversation with Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for rural development. (March 26, 2026)

Progressive leaders from across Canada gather in Ottawa for the 2026 Progress Summit, hosted by the Broadbent Institute. This year's theme is “Defending Democracy Across Borders.” The Summit brings together leaders and activists to assess today’s challenges and re-envision the plan to defend democracy globally. Jordan Leichnitz, Canada Director of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung presents findings from a joint research project with the Broadbent Institute, Defending Jobs in a Trade War: Canadian Perspectives on Work, Security, and Economic Trust, newly released at the 2026 Progress Summit. Following the presentation, the panelists discuss the finding of the report and economic uncertainty caused by tariffs, rising costs, and unemployment. The speakers are Jordan Leichnitz (Canada Director, Friedrich Ebert Foundation), Marzian Alam (Director of Research, Ontario NDP Caucus), DT Cochrane (Senior Economist, Canadian Labour Congress) and Frederike Boll (Director of Strategic Planning, Social Democratic Party of Germany).

The Eurasia Group and RBC host the 2026 US-Canada Summit in Toronto. The day long event brings together top leaders from business and politics to discuss and debate the opportunities and challenges facing the US-Canada relationship. In the morning session Hamid Moghadam (Prologis) sits down with Maziar Minovi (Eurasia Group) to discuss global investment stategies. (June 11, 2026)

On April 30, 2026 Senator Marilou McPhedran hosted the Virus of Inequality Symposium in Ottawa. The gathering of women leaders, advocates, and scholars focused on addressing systemic inequities and the historical legacy of feminist mobilization in Canada. In the fifth conversation Senator Gigi Osler (Canadian Senators Group) discussed social determinants of health and health inequalities with Dr. Melanie Bechard(CHEO). (April 30, 2026)

The Globe and Mail hosts the Intersect 26 conference in Toronto. The event brings together journalists and sector leaders to discuss sovereignty, the economy and national growth. John Bolton, former U.S. national security advisor under President Trump, sits down with the Globe’s Andrew Coyne to discuss American foreign policy. (April 22, 2026)

Progressive leaders from across Canada gather in Ottawa for the 2026 Progress Summit, hosted by the Broadbent Institute. This year's theme is “Defending Democracy Across Borders.” The Summit brings together leaders and activists to assess today’s challenges and re-envision the plan to defend democracy globally. Panelists Bea Bruske (President, Canadian Labour Congress), Barry Sawyer (National President, UFCW Canada) and Magali Picard (President, Fédération des travailleurs et travailleuses du Québec) discuss Trump-era economic disruptions and its impact on Canadian jobs, industries, investment and working-class communities.

National Finance - April 28, 2026 Main Estimates for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, with the exception of Library of Parliament Vote 1 Witnesses Carmelle Barnabe, Director General, Corporate Services, and Chief Financial Officer (Canada Water Agency) Gemma Boag, Director General, Freshwater Policy and Engagement Directorate (Canada Water Agency) Patricia Brady, Vice-President, Strategic Policy and Programs Sector (Impact Assessment Agency of Canada) Dr. Paul Hébert, President (Canadian Institutes of Health Research) Véronique Hiriart-Baer, Director General, Freshwater Management Directorate (Canada Water Agency) Bill Kroll, Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Deputy Minister, Management Sector (Department of Justice Canada) Eric Landry, Vice-President, Operations Sector (Impact Assessment Agency of Canada) Owen Ripley, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Policy Sector (Department of Justice Canada) Source: sencanada.ca

The subject matter of Bill C-16, Protecting Victims Act Appearing Sean Fraser, P.C., M.P, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (Department of Justice Canada) Witnesses Stacey Ault, Director, Corrections and Criminal Justice Division (Public Safety Canada) Leah Burt, Counsel (Department of Justice Canada) Sandra Couture, Counsel (Department of Justice Canada) Nathalie Levman, Senior Counsel (Department of Justice Canada) Chelsea Moore, Acting Team Lead and Legal Counsel (Department of Justice Canada) Lyndon Murdock, Director, Corrections and Criminal Justice Division (Public Safety Canada) Owen Ripley, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Policy Sector (Department of Justice Canada) Colonel David Sinclair, Deputy Judge Advocate General, Military Justice Modernization, Office of the Judge Advocate General (Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces) Matthew Taylor, Senior General Counsel and Director General, Criminal Law Policy Section (Department of Justice Canada) Major Martin Tremblay, Legal Advisor, Military Justice Modernization, Office of the Judge Advocate General (Department of National Defence) Source: sencanada.ca

Social Affairs, Science and Technology - April 30, 2026 Examine and report on matters related to the impact of artificial intelligence in Canada Witnesses Alexandra Dassa, Senior Vice President, Technical Success and Value Engineering (Coveo) John Menezes, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bell Cyber Inc. (Bell Canada) Michel Richer, President, Bell AI (Bell Canada) Bill S-5, Connected Care for Canadians Act Clause-by-clause consideration Consideration of a draft report Consideration of a draft agenda (future business) Source: sencanada.ca

The Coalition for a Better Future hosts its annual scorecard reporting event in Ottawa to provide an update on Canada’s economic growth. CPAC’s Michael Serapio moderates a panel discussion on the state of Canada’s economy with former cabinet ministers and Coalition co-chairs Lisa Raitt and Anne McLellan, and Carolyn Wilkins (external member of Bank of England’s financial policy committee). (March 26, 2026)

In "Public Affairs Issues", Amandine Hamon (PhD student in communications, University of Montreal) discusses the US midterm elections with Catherine Ouellet (assistant professor, political science, University of Montreal) and Bruno Guglielminetti (writer, digital news website "Mon Carnet"). This event is organized by la Maison des Affaires Publiques Internationales. (March 10, 2026)

The Eurasia Group and RBC host the 2026 US-Canada Summit in Toronto. The day long event brings together top leaders from business and politics to discuss and debate the opportunities and challenges facing the US-Canada relationship. In the morning session Eurasia Group Founder Ian Bremmer outlines the evolving geopolitics of US-Canada relations (June 11, 2026)

The Coalition for a Better Future hosts its annual scorecard reporting event in Ottawa to provide an update on Canada’s economic growth. CPAC’s Michael Serapio moderates a panel discussion on powering Canada's future economy and workforce with Stephen Lucas (CEO, Mitacs), Victoria Mancinelli (director of public relations, communications, marketing and strategic partnerships, LiUNA! Canada), and Claudio Rojas (CEO, National Angel Capital Organization). (March 26, 2026)

The Eurasia Group and RBC host the 2026 US-Canada Summit in Toronto. The day long event brings together top leaders from business and politics to discuss and debate the opportunities and challenges facing the US-Canada relationship. In the afternoon session Steve Cahillane (The Kraft Heinz Company), Michael McCain (Maple Leaf Foods), Ken Seitz (Nutrien) and Alzbeta Klein (International Fertilizer Association) sit down with Tony Maciulis (GZERO Media) to discuss food systems and supply chains in Canada and the United States. (June 11, 2026)

Canada 2020 hosts their annual policy Economic Reconciliation Summit “The Indigenous-Led Economy", a one-day summit examining trade practices, economic security and what indigenous economic sovereignty looks like. In the final panel discussion Katherine Koostachin (Sussex Strategy Group), Deliah Bernard (Roots Strategies) and Hillary Thatcher (Canada Infrastructure Bank) join moderator Tiara Folkes (TC Energy) to discuss their experinces as political staffers, advisors, and strategists . (April 14, 2026)

Politicians, opinion leaders, entrepreneurs and change makers gather in Ottawa at the Canada Strong and Free Network Conference. The annual conference is regarded as the largest conservative networking event in Canada. This year’s theme is “A Winning Vision”. Magatte Wade (African prosperity activist and entrepreneur) delivers a keynote address on the importance of free markets and access to affordable, reliable, and abundant energy to foster prosperity across Africa.

On April 30, 2026 Senator Marilou McPhedran hosted the Virus of Inequality Symposium in Ottawa. The gathering of women leaders, advocates, and scholars focused on addressing systemic inequities and the historical legacy of feminist mobilization in Canada. In the seventh conversation Senator Paulette Senior (Independent Senators Group) discussed gender equality and women's empowerment issues with Anuradha Dugal (Women's Shelters Canada). (April 30, 2026)

The 2026 Global Progress Action Summit in Toronto brings together progressive political leaders, policy experts, and changemakers to discuss global power structures that can serve people and communities. In the third panel discussion Harry Quilter Pinner (Institute for Public Policy Research) leads a discussion with Lars Klingbeil, Vice-Chancellor of Germany), François-Philippe Champagne (Minister of Finance), Diana Alarcon (World Bank) and Neera Tanden (Center for American Progress Action Fund) about reducing the cost of living and governing for the middle class (May 9, 2026)

On April 18th the 7th edition of Canada’s premier democracy summit, DemocracyXChange, took place in Toronto. Leaders, practitioners, policymakers, students and journalists discuss ways to strengthen democratic resilience in Canada. In the afternoon session Zita Cobb (Shorefast) sits down with Ilse Treurnicht (North South Ventures) to discuss how place-based economies can restore dignity, opportunity, and civic trust. (April 18, 2026)

The Coalition for a Better Future hosts its annual scorecard reporting event in Ottawa to provide an update on Canada’s economic growth. Michael Serapio moderates a panel discussion on building economic prosperity in Canada with Justine Hendricks (president and CEO, Farm Credit Canada), Jeff Nankivell (president and CEO, Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada), Kristan Straub (president and CEO, Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation), and Marie-Eve Sylvestre (president and vice-chancellor, University of Ottawa). (March 26, 2026)

Politicians, opinion leaders, entrepreneurs and change makers gather in Ottawa at the Canada Strong and Free Network Conference. The annual conference is regarded as the largest conservative networking event in Canada. This year’s theme is “A Winning Vision”. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre delivers a special keynote address at the conference.

The 2026 Global Progress Action Summit in Toronto brings together progressive political leaders, policy experts, and changemakers to discuss global power structures that can serve people and communities. In the second panel discussion Patrick Gaspard (Former U.S. Ambassador to South Africa) leads a discussion with Anita Anand (Minister of Foreign Affairs), Elissa Slotkin (U.S.Senator) and Magdalena Andersson (Former Prime Minister of Sweden) about the changing global order and building a global neighborhood. (May 9, 2026)

Politicians, opinion leaders, entrepreneurs and change makers gather in Ottawa at the Canada Strong and Free Network Conference. The annual conference is regarded as the largest conservative networking event in Canada. This year’s theme is “A Winning Vision”. The panelists Michelle Rempel-Garner (MP, Calgary Nose Hill), Anthony Koch (Managing Principal of AK Strategies) and Stephen Staley (Director of Fault Lines, a project of The Hub and Senior Advisor at the Oyster Group) critique the Trudeau government's immigration policy, discuss principles of sound policy, and call for a reset.

Politicians, opinion leaders, entrepreneurs and change makers gather in Ottawa at the Canada Strong and Free Network Conference. The annual conference is regarded as the largest conservative networking event in Canada. This year’s theme is “A Winning Vision”. Bryan Brulotte (Philanthropist, Military Officer, and Entrepreneur) delivers a keynote address.

The Eurasia Group and RBC host the 2026 US-Canada Summit in Toronto. The day long event brings together top leaders from business and politics to discuss and debate the opportunities and challenges facing the US-Canada relationship. In the morning session Canada-US Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc sits down with Christopher Sands (Johns Hopkins University) to discuss the state of trade negotiations with the United States. (June 11, 2026)

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Governor General Louise Arbour presents the 2025 Michener Awards at a ceremony in Rideau Hall. Established in 1971 by then-governor general Roland Michener, the Michener Award honours outstanding and unbiased public-service journalism.

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro sits down with Janice Stein (founding director, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, University of Toronto) for an armchair discussion at the 2026 US-Canada Summit in Toronto. Hosted by the Eurasia Group and RBC, the summit brings together top leaders from business and politics to discuss and debate the opportunities and challenges facing the US-Canada relationship. (June 11, 2026)

Watch CPAC’s signature long-form coverage of the day’s pressing political events as they unfold.

Watch CPAC’s signature long-form coverage of the day’s pressing political events as they unfold.

Space Canada and the Canadian Space Agency host an event with the Artemis II astronauts in Gatineau, Quebec. CSA astronauts Jeremy Hansen and Jenni Gibbons, and NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch, participate in a discussion on the lunar mission and share memorable moments aboard the Orion spacecraft. The conversation is moderated by Space Canada CEO Brian Gallant. (May 13, 2026)

The Canadian Association of Former Parliamentarians hosts its annual memorial service in the Senate chamber to honour parliamentarians and former parliamentarians who have passed away in the previous year. (June 1, 2026)

The Université du Québec à Montréal is hosting a German studies seminar focused on economic, geopolitical, and security cooperation between Canada and Germany. This diplomatic roundtable brings together experts to discuss bilateral relations and trade. Valérie Beaudoin (analyst, U.S. politics) moderates the discussion with Stéphane Dion (former Canadian ambassador to Germany), Stéphane Lessard (executive director, Relations with Northern and Central Europe, Global Affairs Canada), Elisa Valentin (Assistant Deputy Minister, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, MRIF), Julien Baudry (Chief of Staff and VP, Communications and External Relations, Port of Montreal), and Jan Claudius Völkel (Professor, Department of Political Science, University of Ottawa). (April 2, 2026)

In "Public Affairs Issues", Amandine Hamon (PhD student in communications, University of Montreal) discusses homelessness with Élisabeth Greissler (associate professor of social work, University of Montreal) and Philippe Bourke (chair, Montréal Public Consultation Office). This event is organized by la Maison des Affaires Publiques Internationales. (March 10, 2026)

Government, military and industry representatives gather in the nation's capital for the 94th Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence. The theme for this year’s event is “The road to five per cent”. The event is organized by the Conference of Defence Associations (CDA) Institute in cooperation with the Department of National Defence. Anita Anand, the minister of foreign affairs, delivers an opening keynote address as the Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence gets underway. Following her remarks, the minister takes part in a discussion with Jill Sinclair, Canada’s representative to the Ukrainian Defence Reform Advisory Board. (March 4, 2026)

In "Public Affairs Issues", Amandine Hamon (PhD student in communications, University of Montreal) discusses the public debt with Marcelin Joanis (director, department of economics, University of Montreal) and Yves Giroux (dhair of the board of directors of CIRANO and former Parliamentary Budget Officer). This event is organized by la Maison des Affaires Publiques Internationales. (March 11, 2026)

Politicians, opinion leaders, entrepreneurs and change makers gather in Ottawa at the Canada Strong and Free Network Conference. The annual conference is regarded as the largest conservative networking event in Canada. This year’s theme is “A Winning Vision”. Grover Norquist (President of Americans for Tax Reform) sits down for a chat with John Williamson (Conservative MP, Saint John—St. Croix) to discuss fiscal responsibility and the state of the conservative movement globally. (May 7, 2026)

The Montreal Institute of International Studies, the Raoul-Dandurand Chair in strategic and diplomatic studies, and the Network for Strategic Analysis host a conference entitled “4 years of war in Ukraine: prospects for peace and transatlantic security”. Justin Massie (director, department of political science, UQAM) moderates a panel discussion on Russia, Ukraine and prospects for peace. The panel includes Dominique Arel (University of Ottawa), Maria Popova (McGill University), Emmanuelle Rousseau (UQAM) et Vincent Tourret (UQAM). (February 23, 2026)

The Public Policy Forum’s 2026 Canada Growth Summit brings together the top minds in policy, business, investment and government in Toronto to discuss Canada’s economic growth potential. Inez Jabalpurwala (Public Policy Forum) and Andrew Nevin (Center for BrainHealth) join moderator Nick Taylor-Vaisey (POLITICO) to discuss Canada's advantage in the age of artificial intelligence. (May 7, 2026)

The Eurasia Group and RBC host the 2026 US-Canada Summit in Toronto. The day long event brings together top leaders from business and politics to discuss and debate the opportunities and challenges facing the US-Canada relationship. In the morning session AI Minister Evan Solomon sits down with Foteini Agrafioti (RBC) to discuss AI for All: Canada’s new national artificial intelligence strategy. (June 11, 2026)

Canada 2020 hosts their annual policy Economic Reconciliation Summit “The Indigenous-Led Economy", a one-day summit examining trade practices, economic security and what indigenous economic sovereignty looks like. In the mornnig session Dr. Alika Lafontaine (Canadian Medical Association) discusses the link between healthcare and the economy. (April 14, 2026)

Politicians, opinion leaders, entrepreneurs and change makers gather in Ottawa at the Canada Strong and Free Network Conference. The annual conference is regarded as the largest conservative networking event in Canada. This year’s theme is “A Winning Vision”. The panelists Michelle Rempel-Garner (MP, Calgary Nose Hill), Anthony Koch (Managing Principal of AK Strategies) and Stephen Staley (Director of Fault Lines, a project of The Hub and Senior Advisor at the Oyster Group) critique the Trudeau government's immigration policy, discuss principles of sound policy, and call for a reset.

The Public Policy Forum’s 2026 Canada Growth Summit brings together the top minds in policy, business, investment and government in Toronto to discuss Canada’s economic growth potential. Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation Evan Solomon outlines the government’s plans for AI in 2026. (May 7, 2026)

National Finance - April 29, 2026 Main Estimates for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, with the exception of Library of Parliament Vote 1 Witnesses Chuck Andary, Interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Legal Officer (Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority) Andrew Brown, Associate Deputy Minister (Canadian Heritage) Nancy Fitchett, Vice-President, Corporate Affairs, Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary (Canadian Air Transport Security Authority) Joël Hupé, Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority) Scott Hutton, Vice-President, Consumer, Analytics and Strategy (Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission) Kelsey MacTavish, Senior Vice-President, Operations (Canadian Air Transport Security Authority) Joëlle Montminy, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Cultural Affairs (Canadian Heritage) Marc Morin, Secretary General and Executive Vice-President, Corporate Services and Operations (Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission) Vincent Ngan, Assistant Deputy Minister, Strategic Policy, Planning and Corporate Affairs Sector (Canadian Heritage) France Pégeot, Chair and Chief Executive Officer (Canadian Transportation Agency) Source: sencanada.ca

Human Rights - June 8, 2026 Bill S-219, An Act to establish Judicial Independence Day Clause-by-clause consideration Witnesses The Honourable Clayton Conlan, Justice (The Canadian Superior Courts Judges Association) The Honourable Senator Judy A. White, sponsor of the bill Consideration of a draft agenda (future business) Source: sencanada.ca

Indigenous Peoples - June 9, 2026 Examine any matters related to the duty to consult and accommodate Indigenous Peoples Witnesses Andrew Beynon, Director of Land Governance (First Nations Land Management Resource Centre) Dionne Filiatrault, Executive Director (Nunavut Impact Review Board) Hayden Guilderson, Chair, First Nation Land Governance Registry (First Nations Land Management Resource Centre) Adam Levine, Director, Indigenous Consultation and Engagement Division (Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission) Colin Moses, Vice-President, Regulatory Affairs Branch and Chief Communications Officer (Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission) Tara Shea, Vice President, Regulatory and Indigenous Affairs (Mining Association of Canada) Source: sencanada.ca