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This week The Lobby Monitor reported on the throne speech's major themes, the Canada-Europe free trade agreement, the government's campaign to help cable and wireless consumers, and more.
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Canadian Life and Health Insurance Advocacy on the Hill—Under the theme of “Investing in Canada’s Health and Prosperity” industry CEOs will meet with Parliamentarians regarding issues of critical importance to Canadians, such as affordable access to drugs and long-term care. Nov. 19. For more information, contact Janice Hilchie at jhilchie@clhia.ca
7th Annual Parliamentarians of the Year Awards—The 7th Annual Parliamentarians of the Year Awards will be celebrated this evening. Nov. 19, 6-8 p.m. Trillium Ballroom, Ottawa Convention Centre, 55 Colonel By Dr., Ottawa, Ont.
GRIC & PAAC Open House Consultation—The Government Relations Institute of Canada and the Public Affairs Association are hosting a members-only open house discussion on the Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct and related issues with René Leblanc, Deputy Commissioner, Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying Canada. Nov. 13, 4-6 p.m. Register by Nov. 8. www.gric-irgc.ca
Current Issues in Provincial Politics—The Economic Club of Canada presents a talk on “Current Issues in Provincial Politics” with Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath. Oct. 31, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m., $89. The Fairmont Chateau, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa, Ont. www.economicclub.ca