Dr. Ben S. Bernanke will address the Economic Club of Canada. He will discuss the Federal Reserve's response to the U.S. housing crisis, the global financial crisis and subsequent economic downturn; the aftermath of the global financial and economic crisis and the progress towards a more sustainable fiscal environment; the Federal Reserve's use of conventional and unconventional monetary tools since the crisis; and the prospects for long-term U.S. economic growth and key risks going forward. The event will take place at the Sheraton Centre, Grand Ballroom, 123 Queen St. W.

Manitoba is facing a $1.4 billion cut to health care funding by the federal government over the next ten years. By refusing to sign a new health accord with the provinces, the federal government is abandoning its responsibility to protect quality public health care services for all Manitobans.

Congress of Aboriginal Peoples, National Chief Betty Ann Lavallée, will hold a press conference to discuss the impact that the Federal Court of Appeal decision could have on Métis and non-Status Indians in the case of Daniels vs. Canada. The Federal Court of Appeal is expected to release its decision at approximately 10 a.m., Thursday, April 17, 2014, which could have a major impact on the relationship between the Government of Canada and the more than 600,000 Aboriginal Peoples of Canada who now live off-reserve.

Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird (Ottawa West-Nepean, Ont.) will travel to Egypt and Oman from April 17 to 20, 2014. During his trip, he will discuss economic and security issues as well as important regional issues, including the situation in Iran and Syria and the Middle East peace process. 

The Canadian Medical Association, in partnership with Maclean's, will host a town hall as part of its national dialogue on end-of-life care. Launched in February, the national dialogue consists of a series of five public town halls across Canada focusing on physician-assisted dying, advance care planning and palliative care. The event will take place at the Yukon Arts Centre, 300 College Dr.

The Munk School of Global Affairs and the Churchill Society present a discussion on “Parliament 2014 – What are we Going to do without our Senate?” Speakers include Liberal MP Stéphane Dion (St. Laurent-Cartierville). The event will take place at the Vivian and David Campbell Conference Facility, 1 Devonshire Pl. More information is available online.

The Canadian International Council Montreal presents a talk with Brett House, McGill University, on “Getting Ready for the Next Debt Crisis.” The event will take place at the University Club of Montreal, 2047 Mansfield St. More information is available online.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, Alta.) announced that a state funeral will be held for Jim Flaherty in honour of his years of dedicated service to the Canadian people. The funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. on April 16, at St. James' Cathedral, 65 Church St., (at King), Toronto. Flaherty's family appreciates all the expressions of support and condolences and asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Abilities Centre.

Parliamentary Reception—The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association of Canada, the Canadian Camping and RV Council and The Tourism Industry Association of Canada are hosting a parliamentary reception. April 30, 5:30-7 p.m. Parliamentary Restaurant, Rooms 601 & 602, Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Ont. RSVP to Alana Baker at 613-233-8906 or alana@impactcanada.com