B.C. Lieutenant-Governor Judith Guichon delivers the government’s throne speech to open the Second Session of the 41st Parliament of the province of British Columbia. The speech focuses on three key priorities: making life more affordable, providing better services for residents, and building a strong, sustainable economy. (September 8, 2017)

B.C. Finance Minister Carole James tables the 2017 budget update in the Legislative Assembly. The address focuses on the provincial government’s three key priorities: making life more affordable, providing better services for residents, and building a strong, sustainable economy. (September 11, 2017)

The Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly is held in Regina. National Inquiry into Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls Commissioners Michèle Audette and Brian Eyolfson provide an update and hear from family members of the victims. (July 26, 2017)

Governor General David Johnston invests 44 Canadians into the Order of Canada at a ceremony at Rideau Hall. (August 25, 2017)

Canada 150 Symposium Held in the Senate Chamber, this two-day event celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Hear from prominent Canadians as they discuss the past, present and future of the nation. In this session, panellists Michaëlle Jean, secretary-general of the Organisation internationale de la Francophone, and former Supreme […]

The Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly is held in Regina. An update is provided on the National Treaty Alliance Against Tar Sands Expansion. Participants discuss and vote on emergency and draft resolutions. National Chief Perry Bellegarde and Chief David Jimmie (co-chair of the Chiefs Committee on Fiscal […]

The Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly is held in Regina. Regional Chief Roger Augustine speaks on behalf of Regional Chief Morley Googoo, and delivers an update on the Downie Wenjack Legacy Room Project. Following the update, the day’s agenda continues with plenary sessions focusing on several important […]

The Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly is held in Regina. Officials representing Fisheries and Oceans Canada address the Assembly in a dialogue and strategy session, which includes updates on legislative changes affecting First Nations fisheries. (July 27, 2017)

The Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly is held in Regina. This dialogue and strategy session focuses on water, housing, infrastructure and emergency management. (July 26, 2017)

The Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly is held in Regina. Participants discuss and vote on various resolutions. National Chief Perry Bellegarde, Acting Regional Chief Maureen Chapman and Chief Dean Sayers speak about AFN Charter renewal. (July 26, 2017)

The Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly is held in Regina. The National Elders Council, the National Womens’ Council and the National Youth Council deliver their reports. (July 26, 2017)

The Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly is held in Regina. This session features the presentation of the AFN/NIB Trust audited financial statements. Also, National Chief Perry Bellegarde, Indigenous and Northern Affairs Minister Carolyn Bennett, and Chief David Jimmie (Co-Chair of the Chiefs Committee on Fiscal Relations) make […]

The Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly is held in Regina. The official welcome features remarks by Chief Michael Starr (Star Blanket First Nation), Regional Chief Bobby Cameron, Regina Mayor Michael Fougere, Saskatchewan Minister of Government Relations Donna Harpauer and Conservative Party leader Andrew Scheer. AFN National Chief […]

The Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly is held in Regina. This session features a discussion on community safety and policing as well as an update on the health agenda. (July 25, 2017)

Canada 150 Symposium Held in the Senate Chamber, this two-day event celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Hear from prominent Canadians as they discuss the past, present and future of the nation. This session, entitled “Science and Culture: Unexpected Achievements,” features presentations by Hubert Reeves (astrophysicist), Yves Gingras (Canada […]

In this event organized by the Economic Club of Canada in Ottawa, panellists discuss the important role that innovative medicines and therapies play in the fight against cancer and improving patient care. Participants include Lorelei Dalrymple (chair, Myeloma Canada Patient Advisory Council), Linda Eagen (founder, Cancer Coaching), Dr. Darrell White […]

Canada 150 Symposium Held in the Senate Chamber, this two-day event celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Hear from prominent Canadians as they discuss the past, present and future of the nation. In this session, former Bank of Canada governor David Dodge and Canadian Labour Congress president Hassan Yussuff […]

Environment and Climate Change Minister Catherine McKenna addresses the Assembly of First Nations 38th Annual General Assembly, in Regina, Sask., on July 25, 2017.

Canada 150 Symposium Held in the Senate Chamber, this two-day event celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Hear from prominent Canadians as they discuss the past, present and future of the nation. The final session of the symposium focuses on the Senate’s participation in Canada’s evolution since 1967 and […]

Canada 150 Symposium Held in the Senate Chamber, this two-day event celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Hear from prominent Canadians as they discuss the past, present and future of the nation. In this session, David Suzuki (Co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation) and Natan Obed (president of Inuit […]

Canada 150 Symposium Held in the Senate Chamber, this two-day event celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Hear from prominent Canadians as they discuss the past, present and future of the nation. In this session, panellists Huguette Labelle (former president of the Canadian International Development Agency) and Paul Heinbecker […]

Canada 150 Symposium Held in the Senate Chamber, this two-day event celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Hear from prominent Canadians as they discuss the past, present and future of the nation. In this session, panellists speak about the enactment of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the […]

Canada 150 Symposium Held in the Senate Chamber, this two-day event celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Hear from prominent Canadians as they discuss the past, present and future of the nation. This final session of the day focuses on national unity and dynamic tensions as a source of […]

Canada 150 Symposium Held in the Senate Chamber, this two-day event celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Hear from prominent Canadians as they discuss the past, present and future of the nation. The first session includes welcoming remarks by Senate Speaker George Furey and Governor General David Johnston. Later, […]

Jeff Cates, Intuit, Alain Côté, Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada and Sam Pasupalak, Maluba discuss the impact artificial intelligence (AI) will have on the workforce and how professions can adapt to the digital age. (June 15, 2017)

British Columbia’s Lieutenant-Governor, The Honourable Judith Guichon, presents the province’s Throne Speechto open the First Session, Forty-first Parliament of the Province of British Columbia.

Emily Haines, Metric, Melissa Sariffodeen, Ladies Learning Code, Andrea Palmer, Awake Labs and Vivian Abdelmessih, TD Bank discuss how women entrepreneurs are making a significant contribution the Canadian economy. (June 16, 2017)

Canada 150 & Me – National Youth Forum One hundred and fifty young Canadians between the ages of 14 and 19 gather in Ottawa to present what they have learned from a series of regional forums held across the country. Participants discuss the greatest challenges and opportunities for Canada’s future […]

Ty Cobb, Human Rights Campaign, outlines the programs and campaigns he works on that advance and protect the human right of LGBTQ people around the world. (June 16, 2017)

Governor General David Johnston presents honours in recognition of outstanding Indigenous leadership to 30 recipients during a ceremony at Rideau Hall. Recipients are recognized with one of the following honours: the Order of Canada, the Meritorious Service Decorations (Civil Division), the Polar Medal, or the Soverign’s Medal for Volunteers. Activist […]