Political history of Canada

Women of Commonwealth Initiative Emphasizes Commitment to Inclusion and Community

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Finance, Consulting, Women, Consumer, Professional services, Intergovernmental organizations, Commonwealth of Nations, Political history of Canada, International organizations

With this goal in mind, the Women of Commonwealth initiative launched earlier this year.

Key Points: 
  • With this goal in mind, the Women of Commonwealth initiative launched earlier this year.
  • Backed by a dedicated internal steering committee that shares ideas, knowledge, and talent, as well as an advisory council of 17 women advisors, whose varied backgrounds and expertise provide unique perspectives, the Women of Commonwealth initiative supports women advisors in achieving their personal and business-related goals, builds allies, and strengthens the Commonwealth community as a whole.
  • Women are uniquely positioned to excel within the financial advisory industry, but are significantly underrepresented, said Jessica Fougere, vice president, conferences, events, and community engagement.
  • Continuing to level the playing field is not only the right thing to do; investing in this community will undeniably lead to a stronger Commonwealth and better world.

Commonwealth Hotels President Brian Fry Appointed President of Newly Reunited Commonwealth Hotels Inc. and Commonwealth Hotel Collection; Jennifer Porter, Vice President of Operations, Commonwealth Hotel Collection, Appointed Chief Operating Officer

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Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Commonwealth of Nations, Political history of Canada, The Hotel Collection, International organizations

COVINGTON, Ky., March 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Commonwealth Hotels today announcedBrian Fry has been appointed president of the newly reunited company comprised of Commonwealth Hotels Inc (CHI) and Commonwealth Hotel Collection (CHC).

Key Points: 
  • COVINGTON, Ky., March 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Commonwealth Hotels today announcedBrian Fry has been appointed president of the newly reunited company comprised of Commonwealth Hotels Inc (CHI) and Commonwealth Hotel Collection (CHC).
  • The company also announced that Jennifer Porter, previously vice president of operations, Commonwealth Hotel Collection, has been appointed Chief Operating officer of the newly reorganized company.
  • "Brian Fry has been a critical part of Commonwealth's development and navigated the company through the pandemic," said Bryan Hayes, managing director, Commonwealth Hotels.
  • "Together with Jennifer Porters' rich history of leading multi-unit teams, I am confident these two will continue to elevate Commonwealth Hotels as a leading hotel management company."

ODU'S STATE OF THE COMMONWEALTH REPORT: COVID-19 DEFINED LIFE IN VIRGINIA IN 2020, AND ITS IMPACT WILL PERSIST FOR YEARS

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Monday, December 21, 2020
Articles, Health, Commonwealth of Nations, Political history of Canada, COVID-19 pandemic, Infectious diseases, Helen Dragas

The march of that virus into the global COVID-19 pandemic means that the 2020 State of the Commonwealth Report has taken a different tone.

Key Points: 
  • The march of that virus into the global COVID-19 pandemic means that the 2020 State of the Commonwealth Report has taken a different tone.
  • The 142-page report was released online on Sunday by the Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy.
  • For six years, the Dragas Center has produced the State of the Commonwealth Report, a multi-faceted, data-driven examination of issues of importance to Virginians.
  • A downloadable copy of this year's State of the Commonwealth or any of the Dragas Center's reports are available at http://www.ceapodu.com/ .

Deadline Approaches to Apply to Vote by Mail or at an Elections Canada Office

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Friday, October 16, 2020
Postal voting, Elections, Government, Voting, United States Electoral College, Political history of Canada, Absentee ballot, Absentee voting in the United Kingdom

After approving an elector's application to vote by mail, Elections Canada will mail the elector a special ballot voting kit.

Key Points: 
  • After approving an elector's application to vote by mail, Elections Canada will mail the elector a special ballot voting kit.
  • They must then make sure to return their marked ballot to Elections Canada headquarters before Monday, October 26, 6:00 p.m.
    Voting at an Elections Canada office:
    Electors can also vote at the local Elections Canada office in their riding using the special ballot process.
  • Local Elections Canada office contact information:
    The deadline to apply to vote at an Elections Canada office is 6:00p.m., local time, on Tuesday, October20.
  • Electors with any concern for their health should contact their local Elections Canada office to find out more about voting by mail.

Message from Her Majesty The Queen on Commonwealth Day

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Saturday, March 7, 2020
Commonwealth of Nations, Political history of Canada, Psychological resilience, Articles, Organizations, Politics by country

OTTAWA, March 7, 2020 /CNW/ - The Governor General of Canada wishes to share a message addressed to all Canadians from Her Majesty The Queen on Commonwealth Day:

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  • OTTAWA, March 7, 2020 /CNW/ - The Governor General of Canada wishes to share a message addressed to all Canadians from Her Majesty The Queen on Commonwealth Day:
    "On Commonwealth occasions, it is always inspiring to be reminded of the diversity of the people and countries that make up our worldwide family.
  • We are made aware of the many associations and influences that combine through Commonwealth connection, helping us to imagine and deliver a common future.
  • This is particularly striking when we see people from nations, large and small, gathering for the Commonwealth Games, for meetings of Commonwealth governments, and on Commonwealth Day.
  • Such a blend of traditions serves to make us stronger, individually and collectively, by providing the ingredients needed for social, political and economic resilience.

Pennsylvania AFL-CIO Celebrates Electoral Victory with Statewide and Local Wins

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Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Commonwealth of Nations, Political history of Canada, International organizations

While so many pundits and papers focus on the 2020 election cycle, thousands of local and statewide officials were elected to office across Pennsylvania Tuesday.

Key Points: 
  • While so many pundits and papers focus on the 2020 election cycle, thousands of local and statewide officials were elected to office across Pennsylvania Tuesday.
  • Once results become official, we intend to publish a full list of union members who were elected to public office.
  • "We are proud of the thousand-plus union members that ran for state and local offices in communities across our Commonwealth.
  • There is no better way to ensure that working people are represented than through the election of card-carrying union members.

All Government of Canada national security and intelligence activities now subject to independent expert review

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Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Government, Espionage, Intelligence services in Canada, Political history of Canada, Intelligence analysis, Military intelligence, National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians, Australian Intelligence Community

The NSIRA, by contrast, is mandated to review all Government of Canada national security and intelligence activities in an integrated manner, without regard for the department or agency the activities fall under.

Key Points: 
  • The NSIRA, by contrast, is mandated to review all Government of Canada national security and intelligence activities in an integrated manner, without regard for the department or agency the activities fall under.
  • Its successor, the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency, looks forward to scrutinizing the full range of Government of Canada national security and intelligence activities to ensure that they are lawful, reasonable and necessary."
  • The NSIRA, by contrast, will be able to review all national security and intelligence activities across the Government of Canada in an integrated manner.
  • The NSICOP has a mandate to review the legislative, regulatory, policy, administrative and financial framework for national security and intelligence in Canada, as well as departmental activities related to national security and intelligence.

Statement on Commonwealth Day 2019

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Tuesday, March 12, 2019
British MPs, Government of the United Kingdom, Foreign relations of the United Kingdom, Commonwealth of Nations, Political history of Canada, House of Commons of the United Kingdom, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Alistair Burt, British monarchy

Minister of State for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office gives statement

Key Points: 
  • Minister of State forthe Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Alistair Burt, is to give a statement on the 2019 Commonwealth Day.
  • This year's Commonwealth Day marksthe 70th anniversary of the London Declaration, which is when nations of the Commonwealth agreed to move forward together as free and equal members.
  • The statement is expected to commence at around 6pm, following the statement on Syria.
  • Written statements are normally used to put the day-to-day business of government on the official record and in the public domain.

Statement on Commonwealth Day 2019

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 12, 2019
British MPs, Government of the United Kingdom, Foreign relations of the United Kingdom, Commonwealth of Nations, Political history of Canada, House of Commons of the United Kingdom, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Alistair Burt, British monarchy

Minister of State for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office gives statement

Key Points: 
  • Minister of State forthe Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Alistair Burt, is to give a statement on the 2019 Commonwealth Day.
  • This year's Commonwealth Day marksthe 70th anniversary of the London Declaration, which is when nations of the Commonwealth agreed to move forward together as free and equal members.
  • The statement is expected to commence at around 6pm, following the statement on Syria.
  • Written statements are normally used to put the day-to-day business of government on the official record and in the public domain.