Category: Activities on The Hill

New series can put your views forward in Ottawa

Posted by Steven – December 1, 2009

Ed Broadbent (L) with guest speaker Hugh Mackenzie

Ed Broadbent (L) with guest speaker Hugh Mackenzie

The national capital’s newest speakers series had a terrific launch today at the Sheraton Hotel. As it grows, it will be an effective way for organizations to put their views forward in Ottawa.

Speaker Hugh Mackenzie delivered a thought-provoking speech titled “Can we have an adult conversation about taxes?” He made a strong case for linking taxes to public services, and had words of caution for politicians – especially progressive politicians – against opposing taxes, and urged instead a vigourous defence of the public services they pay for.  The Out Front speakers series, organized by the Rideau Institute and the CCPA, will return in January. 

 

 

 

Church leaders meet with Ottawa decision-makers about the tar sands

Posted by Steven – November 28, 2009

A delegation from KAIROS, Canada’s ecumenical coalition, brought church leaders to Ottawa this week. Earlier this year, the delegation visited Alberta communities to talk about the impact of the tar sands on their lives. They brought that message to Ottawa, and the Rideau Institute set-up one-on-one meetings with the Prime Minister’s Office, Jack Layton, and MPs from all the parties.

KAIROS Ecumenical Delegation visits Parliament to discuss the tar sands

KAIROS ecumenical delegation visits Parliament to discuss the tar sands

KAIROS delegation members hold a reception and meet with MPs in Parliament

KAIROS delegation members hold a reception and meet with MPs in Parliament

KAIROS delegates meet at the Rideau Institute before their meeting with the Prime Minister's Office

KAIROS delegates meet in the Rideau Institute's board room before their meeting with the Prime Minister's Office