Full Schedule

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, Daleep Singh (PGIM), Annesley Wallace (HOOPP) and Jenny Johnson (Franklin Templeton) sit down with Derek Neldner (RBC Capital Markets) to discuss investing across global and emerging markets. (June 11, 2026)

National Security, Defence and Veterans Affairs - June 10, 2026 Bill C-11, An Act to amend the National Defence Act and other Acts Consideration of a draft agenda (future business) Clause-by-clause consideration Witnesses Colonel Geneviève Lortie, Deputy Judge Advocate General, Office of the Judge Advocate General (Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces) Lieutenant-Colonel Matt MacMillan, Director of Law, Military Justice Implementation, Military Justice Modernization, Office of the Judge Advocate General (Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces) SourceL sencanada.ca

Indigenous Peoples - April 28, 2026 Examine and report on the government response to the committee’s twelfth report on the Implementation of the Cannabis Act Witnesses Brent Almond, Senior Director, Indigenous Tax Policy (Department of Finance Canada) John Clare, Director General, Strategic Policy Directorate, Controlled Substances and Cannabis Branch (Health Canada) Christopher Cornish, Director General, Economic and Business Opportunities, Lands and Economic Development (Indigenous Services Canada) Jennifer Ebert, Assistant Commissioner, Operational Policing Services, Indigenous Provincial Territorial Municipal Policing (Royal Canadian Mounted Police) Lesley Taylor, Director General, Intergovernmental Tax Policy, Evaluation and Research Division (Department of Finance Canada) Adrian Walraven, Director General, Indigenous Affairs (Public Safety Canada) Darren Weiner, Director, Excise Duty Division (Canada Revenue Agency) Source: sencanada.ca

Human Rights - June 15, 2026 Bill C-234, An Act respecting the establishment and award of a Living Donor Recognition Medal Consideration of a draft agenda (future business) Witnesses Ziad Aboultaif, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Manning, sponsor of bill Shelley Hunt, Living Kidney Donor (As an Individual) Sylvie Lauzon, Registrar (Canadian Organ and Tissue Donors Association) Christopher McCreery, Expert on the Canadian Honours System and honours administration (As an Individual) Richard Tremblay, Founding President (Canadian Organ and Tissue Donors Association) Source: sencanada.ca

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 second conversation Senator Marilou Mcphedran (Non-affiliated) discussed the growing gaps in inequality across the world with Dr. Susan Bazilli (International Women's Rights Project). (April 30, 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 opening session Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty sits down with Secretary of State for Children and Youth Anna Gainey to discusses the federal government's approach to Economic Reconciliation. (April 14, 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 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)

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 first panel discussion Sharon Singh (McMillan LLP), Aaron Bruce (Aaron Bruce Law) and Mark Cameron (Cerulean Global Advisory) join moderator Matthew Garrow (Indigenous Services Canada) to discuss how the federal regulatory framework is failing. (April 14, 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)

The École nationale d’administration publique holds a summer course focused on professions of power, policy advice, strategic communication and media relations. Mireille Lalancette, full professor of social communication at the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, delivers a speech on political professions and the media coverage of politics . (June 19, 2026)

At their 38th Annual Testimonial Dinner and Awards in Toronto, the Public Policy Forum pays tribute to distinguished leaders who have made outstanding contributions to the quality of public policy and good governance. (May 7, 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 fifth panel discussion Roberta Braga (Digital Democracy Institute of the Americas,) leads a discussion with Evan Solomon (Minister for AI and Digital Transformation), Antti Lindtman (MP and Party Leader, Social Democrats, Finland) and Alexandra Geese (MEP, Germany) about innovation and economic progress (May 9, 2026)

The École nationale d’administration publique holds a summer course focused on professions of power, policy advice, strategic communication and media relations. Alicia Despins (ENAP doctoral student) moderates a panel discussion on media coverage of politics featuring panelists Guillaume Bourgault-Côté (political bureau chief, L’Actualité) and Paul Journet (reporter, La Presse). (June 17, 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. The panelists Lieutenant-General J. M. Steve Boivin (Commander, Canadian Joint Operations Command), Andrea Charron (Director of the Centre for Defence and Security Studies, University of Manitoba), and Lieutenant-General Iain Huddleston (Deputy Commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command) discuss critical issues surrounding Canada’s defense, sovereignty, security and long-term prosperity.

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)

The École nationale d’administration publique holds a summer course focused on professions of power, policy advice, strategic communication and media relations. Antonine Yaccarini, political analyst and communication and public affairs expert, delivers a speech on political communication. (June 17, 2026)

Governor General Mary Simon presides over an Order of Canada investiture ceremony at Rideau Hall. The 14 appointees include 6 Officers and 8 Members. This marks Mary Simon’s final presentation of Canadian honours as Governor General.

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. The panelists Kyoko Kuwahara Research Fellow (The Japan Institute of International Affairs), David McKinnon (Senior Fellow, Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada) and Jonathan Berkshire Miller (Co-Founder and Principal, Pendulum Geopolitical Advisory) discuss Canada’s strategic role and growing presence within the evolving Indo-Pacific regional landscape. (March 4, 2026)

Emmy Award-winning journalist Rachel Maddow offers insight into democracy, modern-day extremism and the changing face of America on the world stage as part of this year’s Phil Lind Initiative speakers series. The Phil Lind Initiative is an annual dialogue series and course hosted by the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs at the University of British Columbia and is made possible by a generous gift from the late Philip Lind. (March 5, 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. Stephen Lucas (Mitacs), Puja Subrun (Intuit) and Candace Laing (Canadian Chamber of Commerce) join moderator Zabeen Hirji (RBC) to discuus the the potential of Canada’s small and medium-sized businesses. (May 7, 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)

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”. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre delivers a special keynote address at the conference.

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 first conversation Senator Chantal Petitclerc (Independent Senators Group) discussed inequality in sports with Anne Merklinger (Own the Podium).(April 30, 2026)

In "Public Affairs Issues", Amandine Hamon (PhD student in communications, University of Montreal) discusses the social safety net for artists with Philippe Barré (associate professor, school of industrial relations, University of Montreal) and Guy Bernard (executive director, Quebec musicians’ guild). This event is organized by la Maison des Affaires Publiques Internationales. (March 10, 2026)

The Montreal Institute for International Studies is hosting the sixth edition of the Rendez-Vous Gérin-Lajoie. Raymond Chrétien (former Canadian ambassador to France and the United States) moderates a panel discussion with former diplomats on security and international relations. The panel includes Guy Saint-Jacques (former Canadian ambassador to China), Anne Leahy (former Canadian ambassador to Russia) and Gilles Rivard (former Canadian ambassador to Haiti and former deputy permanent representative of Canada to the UN). (April 16, 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”. Panelists Jamil Jivani (MP, Bowmanville-Oshawa North), Ammon Blair (Senior Fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation), Matthew Boyle (Washington Bureau Chief of Breitbart News), and Michael Lucci (CEO and founder, State Armour) discuss Canada–U.S. relationship, China's growing influence in North America and the alleged risks of greater trade reliance with China.

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

Banking, Commerce and the Economy - June 4, 2026 Study matters relating to banking, commerce and the economy generally Witness Peter Routledge, Superintendent (Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions) Examine and report on access to credit and capital markets for small and medium-sized enterprises Consideration of a draft report Source: sencanada.ca

Foreign Affairs and International Trade - June 4, 2026 Examine such issues as may arise from time to time relating to foreign relations and international trade generally Topic: Situation in Gaza and the West Bank Witnesses Jon Allen, Former Canadian Ambassador to Israel (As an Individual) Matthew Hollingworth, Assistant Executive Director, Department of Programme Operations (World Food Programme) Michael Lawson, Humanitarian Representative to Canada (Doctors Without Borders) Source: sencanada.ca

The École nationale d’administration publique holds a summer course focused on professions of power, policy advice, strategic communication and media relations. Stéphane Paquin (full professor, ENAP) moderates a conversation with Maryse Picard, former executive director of the Huron-Wendat Nation, to discuss Indigenous Nations, realities, responsibilities and best practices. (June 18, 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)