ClimateFast invites all MPs and their staffers to a screening of Do the Math. Screening to be followed by a discussion on climate change and energy policy. May 6, 7 p.m. Room 750, 131 Queen St., Ottawa, Ont. RSVP at cusj.org/
ARPA Canada is hosting a speech on restorative justice for all Parliamentarians with guest speaker James Smith, Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary. May 6, 6:30 p.m. Canadian Room, Chateau Laurier Hotel, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa, Ont. RSVP to 905-577-5875 or email Niki@ARPACanada.ca
Ambassador to the U.S. Gary Doer will give a talk on “Canada and the United States: Friends, Partners, Allies.” Presented by the Montreal Council on Foreign Relations. May 6, 12-2 p.m. Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain, Salon Cartier, 1050 de la Gauchetiere St. W. For tickets, call 514-340-9622 or www.corim.qc.ca
The CDA Institute presents a talk on “NATO Capability and the Transatlantic Bond” with General Philip Breedlove, NATO Supreme Allied Commander and Commander, U.S.-European Command. Reception to follow. May 5, 4-6 p.m. LeBreton Gallery, Canadian War Museum, 1 Vimy Pl., Ottawa, Ont. Register: www.eply.com/SACEUR
The House of Commons returns to business today and will sit until May 19. See the House of Commons calendar for more.
EDC is holding its Annual Public Meeting Webinar to hear presentations on its performance, financial position, corporate social responsibility activities and future plans. May 1, 2-3 p.m. Register in advance to edc.ca/apm
The Economic Club of Canada presents a talk with Helen Rice, President, AUMA, on “Alberta’s Municipal Challenge: Energy and Growth.” May 1, 7:45-9 a.m. Chateau Laurier, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa, Ont. www.economicclub.ca
Guests at this year’s Party Under the Stars include Justice Minister Peter MacKay and Transportation Minister Lisa Raitt. Laureen Harper will be in attendance as well as CDS General Tom Lawson. Proceeds go to post combat wellness programs such as service dogs and the UBC Veterans Transition Program. Musical guests include Valdy. April 30, 5:30-10 p.m. Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Ave. W., Ottawa, Ont.
The Halifax FLA is hosting a tribute dinner for former MP Bob Rae and his wife Arlene. April 28, 6 p.m., $100. St. George’s Greek Orthodox Community Centre, 38 Purcell’s Cove Rd., Halifax, N.S. www.liberal.ca