Senate of Canada

Today is the Day of Commemoration of the Great Upheaval of the Acadian people. Senator Antoine Léger published novels about this event: “Elle et lui, tragique idylle du peuple acadien” (1940), and “Une fleur d’Acadie, un épisode du grand derangement” (1946).

Today is Korean War Veterans Day. On the 72nd anniversary of the armistice, we honour the nearly 27,000 Canadians who served. #SenCA #CanadaRemembers

Too many Canadians are facing deepening inequality, a fraying social fabric and global instability. This moment in our history calls on all of us to meet today’s challenges with ambition, collaboration and resolve, Senator Farah Mohamed writes: ow.ly/hai050Wvn5E #SenCA…

Who’s that senator? He is deeply committed to advancing social development, promoting diversity and cultural understanding, and making a positive impact in his community. Did you guess correctly? #SenCA #CdnPoli

Welcome back to #SenateWordWednesday! This week, we’re looking at “Question .” ⬇️️ #SenCA

The chair of the Senate Committee on National Finance is @senatcarignan and the deputy chair is Senator Éric Forest, and the other members of steering are @SenatorACardozo and @SenKristaRoss : ow.ly/tGW050Wtntt #SenCA #NFFN #CdnPoli

Over the next few days, I'm excited to participate in the #SoilsForOurFuture 2025 Conference to connect with soil advocates, scientists, and researchers, all committed to #SaveSoil. This evening, I enjoyed speaking at the opening ceremony and watching an impressive performance…

Thoroughly enjoyed speaking to students recently at University Hill Secondary School @uhillsecondary in Vancouver about the work of the Senate. Mr. Yan’s students were engaged and asked some great questions. Hope everyone has a wonderful summer break! @Sengage

Senate procedure can sometimes seem a little bit intimidating, but fear not! Each week throughout the summer, we’ll be defining one parliamentary term from the Red Chamber to help you better understand what’s happening in the Senate. First up, “Not Seeing the Clock.” ⬇️ #SenCA

Then ➡️ Now What began as Ottawa’s central train station in the summer of 1912 is now the temporary home to the Senate of Canada. More than a century later, this iconic building remains open to the public – ready to be explored. Plan your visit this summer and discover a piece…

Thank you to the President of the French Republic for his invitation to represent Canada at the official Bastille Day ceremony on the Champs-Élysées. An honour that reflects the deep and enduring friendship between our countries. Happy Bastille Day!

The chair of the Senate Committee on Human Rights is Senator @PauletteSenior1, the deputy chair is @SenatorWanda, and the other members of steering are senators @denisebatters and @Agproudmary : buff.ly/eY95PkT #SenCA #RIDR #CdnPoli #PolCan

🖼️ More artefacts in the Senate’s Artwork and Heritage Collection can now be viewed online! 🔍 Discover paintings, sculptures, ceremonial objects, heritage furniture and more using the Senate’s search tool: ow.ly/SyL350WlpFi #SenCA #CdnArt #Heritage

Join the Senate as Creative Content Strategist. Apply by August 10: ow.ly/z6mj50WjSME #SenCA

The chair of the Senate Committee on Energy, the Environment and Natural Resources is Senator Pat Duncan, the deputy chair is Senator Josée Verner, and the other members of steering are senators Daryl S. Fridhandler, Patti LaBoucane-Benson and @wellsdavid :…

Happy Canada Day! 🍁 #SenCA

Today is Memorial Day in Newfoundland and Labrador. The day marks the devastating battle at Beaumont-Hamel that occurred 108 years ago, during the First World War. #SenCA #CanadaRemembers

Today, @SenMarcGold retires from the Red Chamber. A lawyer, legal scholar and lifelong musician, the Quebec senator leaned on knowledge and skills from his different life chapters to hit all the right notes in the Senate. Ahead of his departure, Senator Gold reflected on his…