Senate of Canada

On May 27, 2025, His Majesty King Charles III opened the 45th Parliament and delivered the Speech from the Throne in the Senate Chamber. Relive some of the most memorable moments! #SenCA #KingCharlesIII

Today, in Senate committees: ow.ly/98uL50PZrA1 #SenCA #CdnPoli

Senator René Cormier, Senate Speaker pro tempore, opened the @ParlAmericas Plenary Assembly and Gathering of Open Parliament Network in Ottawa, as the organization marks its 25th anniversary. Senators Sharon Burey, @SenRosaGalvez, Margo Greenwood and Judy A. White joined parliamentarians from across the Americas to discuss democratic governance, trade, innovation and regional co-operation. Through ParlAmericas, Canada’s senators engage in parliamentary diplomacy — working with regional partners to exchange best practices, strengthen democratic institutions and advance Canadian interests abroad. #SenCA

#DidYouKnow? The Senate’s Subcommittee on Long Term Vision and Plan (LTVP) marks its 10th anniversary this year! The subcommittee was established in 2016 to supervise the Senate’s move to its temporary home, the Senate of Canada Building. Since that successful transition, the subcommittee’s members have continued to provide important input on the restoration and modernization of Canada’s historic Parliament Buildings and grounds — including Centre Block, East Block and Block 2, which will house the new Senate Office Complex. Learn more about the LTVP Subcommittee: ow.ly/c8M150Z2cEC #SenCA #LTVP #FrontAndCentre

Last week I joined more than 300 students in the Senate for Bear Witness Day to honour Jordan River Anderson and reflect on the importance of justice and equity for Indigenous children. But bearing witness cannot happen only one day a year.

Canada’s home-grown biofuels industry faces steep competition from U.S. producers. Senator Todd Lewis says the right regulatory amendments would be a win-win for domestic oilseed producers and consumers looking to reduce their environmental impact: ow.ly/6Tfr50Z3cqH #SenCA #CdnPoli

#DidYouKnow? The lessons learned through sports have been essential to Senator @TonyLoffreda’s life and career. Whether championing community sports on the soccer field or in the Red Chamber, Senator Loffreda has learned that it’s never about the individual, it’s always about the team. ⚽ To learn more, read the SenCAplus article: ow.ly/eQ7E50Z3967 #SenCA #CdnPoli

The Senate Committee on Human Rights will hear from Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, on Bill #C9, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (hate propaganda, hate crime and access to religious or cultural places). 📺 Watch: ow.ly/I1LJ50Z2mOl #SenCA #RIDR #CdnPoli

Today, in Senate committees: ow.ly/98uL50PZrA1 #SenCA #CdnPoli

Today, in Senate committees: ow.ly/98uL50PZrA1 #SenCA #CdnPoli

May 20 is National Seal Products Day. Canada’s seal harvest helps support communities and contributes to healthy oceans. A 2024 Senate report outlines nine recommendations aimed at securing the future of the industry. Read more: ow.ly/1Mfg50Z27LF #SenCA #POFO

Wonderful to celebrate Asian Heritage Month at the @SenateCA last week. Thank you to the performers, speakers, and all who joined us to recognize the cultures, histories, and contributions of Asian communities in Canada.

I had the pleasure of meeting @meilivos, president of the @EersteKamer, and @ThomvCampen, president of the @2eKamertweets. © Eerste Kamer der Staten-Generaal – Henriette Guest.

Happy Victoria Day! 🌷 Victoria Day is the official celebration of the Sovereign’s birthday in Canada. This tradition dates back to Queen Victoria’s reign. #SenCA

National Fiddling Day celebrates Canada’s fiddling heritage and contemporary fiddle players! Former senator Elizabeth Hubley, a fiddler herself, championed the bill to make this day official. 🎻 #SenCA

Over 100 4-H members from across the country are gathered in Ottawa this week for the 4-H Canada Citizenship Congress! It was a pleasure to meet with many of them and participate in their Speak Up event where we discussed how the Government of Canada can ensure food security and affordability across the country. It was a great discussion! #4HCC26 @4HOntario @4HCanada @SenateCA

Giving legal rights to nature offers an innovative way for Canada to protect its natural heritage for future generations while supporting sustainable development and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, @SenRosaGalvez writes: ow.ly/6J7r50YZwNK #SenCA #CdnEnv #EarthDay2026

The Canadian Tulip Festival is in full bloom until May 18! 🌷 From late April through May, nearly one million tulips bloom across the National Capital Region – including right outside the Senate’s temporary home, Ottawa’s former central train station. Take a stroll to enjoy the beautiful floral displays maintained by @NCC_CCN and admire the stunning architecture of the Senate of Canada Building. #SenCA #CdnTulipFest

The federal government’s upcoming sustainability strategy won’t enable Canada to meet greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets and will affirm Canada as below average among G7 countries in emission reduction results: ow.ly/UMSh50YYXKs #SenCA #ENEV #CdnPoli

Passionate debates on legislation and public policy. Valuable face time with senators and Senate staff. In-depth committee studies and expert testimonies — punctuated by a surprise emergency debate in the Red Chamber. Model Senate 2026 featured unforgettable parliamentary simulations and networking opportunities for 110 civic-minded post-secondary students from across Canada: ow.ly/6e0S50YXP4I #SenCA #SENgage #ModelSenate2026