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On this Remembrance Day, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who have served Canada, in war and in peace. 2025 also marks 80 years since the end of the Second World War. Lest we forget.
November 12, 2025 at 7:06 AM
J’ai eu l’honneur de lancer – aux côtés de plusieurs honorables sénateurs, sénatrices et député(e)s – le Groupe interparlementaire Canada–Arabie saoudite.
October 31, 2025 at 1:35 PM
I had the honour of launching - together with many honourable Senators and MPs - the Canada-Saudi Arabia Inter-Parliamentary Group.
October 31, 2025 at 1:35 PM
I had the pleasure of attending Soiree Salus last week, graciously hosted by H.E. Michel Miraillet, Ambassador of France to Canada, at his official residence.
October 29, 2025 at 6:53 PM
J’ai eu le plaisir de participer la semaine dernière à la Soirée Salus, gracieusement accueillie par S.E. Michel Miraillet, ambassadeur de France au Canada, à sa résidence officielle.
October 29, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Such a pleasure to reconnect with my dear friend Dr. Margaret MacMillan, former Provost of Trinity College, renowned Canadian historian and professor at the University of @ox.ac.uk, who was in Toronto for the launch of the new James Coutts Research Fund at Trinity College on September 16th.
October 28, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Quel plaisir de revoir mon amie, la Dre Margaret MacMillan, ancienne provost du Trinity College, historienne canadienne de renom et professeure à l’Université d’@ox.ac.uk, qui était de passage à Toronto le 16 septembre pour le lancement du nouveau Fonds de recherche James Coutts au Trinity College.
October 28, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Wishing everyone a joyful and meaningful Thanksgiving.

This season is a reminder to pause and give thanks for the people and moments that ground us.
October 13, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Je souhaite à toutes et à tous une Action de grâce joyeuse et pleine de sens.

Cette période de l’année nous invite à faire une pause et à exprimer notre gratitude envers les personnes et les moments qui nous ancrent.
October 13, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Un lancement captivant de The Coutts Diaries au Collège Trinity, offrant un regard privilégié sur le monde politique et personnel du premier ministre Pierre Trudeau, à travers les yeux de Jim Coutts, qui fut son secrétaire principal de 1973 à 1981.
October 10, 2025 at 2:33 PM
A compelling launch of The Coutts Diaries at Trinity College, offering an insider’s look into the political and personal world of Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, as seen through the eyes of Jim Coutts, who served as Principal Secretary to Mr. Trudeau from 1973 to 1981.
October 10, 2025 at 2:33 PM
An inspiring conversation in the Senate of Canada Building as Senator Katherine Hay brought together Olympians Andre De Grasse and the Hon. @avankoeverden.bsky.social to discuss youth leadership, resilience and the lasting impact of sport on communities across Canada.
October 9, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Une conversation inspirante au Sénat du Canada, alors que la sénatrice Katherine Hay a réuni les olympiens Andre De Grasse et l’hon. @avankoeverden.bsky.social pour discuter de leadership jeunesse, de résilience et de l’impact durable du sport sur les communautés à travers le pays.
October 9, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Félicitations à la République d’Arménie pour son 34e anniversaire d’indépendance, ainsi qu’à l’ambassade d’Arménie à Ottawa pour ses 30 ans de représentation.

Merci à S.E. Anahit Harutyunyan d’avoir accueilli une soirée mémorable pour marquer ces jalons d’amitié entre nos deux nations.
October 8, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Congratulations to the Republic of Armenia on its 34th Independence Day, and to the Embassy of Armenia in Ottawa on 30 years of representation.

Thank you to H.E. Anahit Harutyunyan for hosting a memorable evening to mark these milestones of friendship between our nations.
October 8, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Au Musée Aga Khan (@agakhanmuseum.org), mardi, avec le sénateur Percy Downe (@senatordowne.bsky.social) et mes chers amis Peter et Mary Donolo,
October 7, 2025 at 6:17 PM
At the @agakhanmuseum.org with @senatordowne.bsky.social, and my good friends, Peter and Mary Donolo on Tuesday, at the conclusion of the wonderful Fireside Chat, ably moderated by Peter, with the the Right Honourable Jean Chrétien, on the launch of his new book "Chrétien and the World".
October 7, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Heureux d’avoir participé à la réception du Nouveau-Brunswick au salon du Sénat, organisée par ma chère collègue la sénatrice Ross.
October 1, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Enjoyed attending the New Brunswick reception in the Senate’s Lounge, hosted by my dear colleague Senator Ross. A pleasure to meet Premier @susanholtnb.bsky.social and several provincial ministers, and to strengthen ties with leaders dedicated to advancing their communities.
October 1, 2025 at 9:35 PM
J’ai eu l’honneur d’assister à l’assemblée générale annuelle du Groupe interparlementaire d’amitié Canada–Corée, organisée par la sénatrice Yonah Martin et la députée Shelby Kramp-Neuman, avec l’appui de l’ambassade de la République de Corée.
October 1, 2025 at 2:46 PM
I was honoured to attend the Annual General Meeting of the Canada–Korea Interparliamentary Friendship Group, hosted by Senator Yonah Martin and MP Shelby Kramp-Neuman, with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea.
October 1, 2025 at 2:46 PM
On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour the children who never came home, the Survivors, and their families. Today and every day, we are called to learn, reflect, and take action so that this painful history is never repeated. #TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters
September 30, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Today, I am remembering my long-time friend, Nadir H. Mohamed, who passed away earlier this month. A former Fellow Governor of TMU, he was a visionary, a business leader and a community builder. Offering deepest condolences to his wife Shabin and their family. I miss you, my friend.
September 29, 2025 at 8:49 PM
On August 21, I was honoured to meet The Honourable Dickon Mitchell, Prime Minister of Grenada. Many thanks to The Honourable Ahmed Hussen and TMU Chancellor Donette Chin-Loy Chang for co-hosting, together with Dr. Mehboob and Saadia Elahi, for their warm hospitality.
September 5, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Le 21 août, j’ai eu l’honneur de rencontrer l’honorable Dickon Mitchell, premier ministre de la Grenade.
September 5, 2025 at 7:11 PM