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Today, the Hon. Francis Scarpaleggia, Speaker of the HoC, received his poppy from Deputy Sergeant-at-Arms Paul Mellon. Wearing a poppy is a meaningful way to pay tribute to those who gave their lives in service to our country. #CanadaRemembers
Deputy Sergeant-at-Arms Paul Mellon pins a poppy to the lapel on the robe of Speaker Francis Scarpaleggia in the House of Commons Chamber.

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1/2 In 2004, the Standing Committee on the Status of Women (FEWO) was established by the House to study legislation, policies, programs and expenditures of departments and agencies that conduct work related to the status of women. #WomensHistoryMonth
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2/2 Explore the topics under study by FEWO and attend meetings, either in person or online: ow.ly/EUrO5100t2s
FEWO Standing Committee on the Status of Women.

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1/2⚓ On October 21, 1910, HMCS Niobe arrived in Halifax, marking an important milestone in the creation of the Naval Service of Canada. Today, October 21, is commemorated as Niobe Day.
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2/2 The story began in the #HoC with the Naval Service Bill, which received Royal Assent on May 4, 1910. Just months later, HMCS Niobe arrived in Halifax as one of the first warships, turning Parliament’s decision into reality. #OnThisDay
The Royal Canadian Navy’s first recruiting poster.

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The first recruits of the Naval Service of Canada.

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Do you check all the boxes? This is your chance to have a part-time job with a front-row seat to history in the making, while you complete your first year of post-secondary studies. Apply here by November 8: ow.ly/njsT50ZZh5X
House of Commons Page Program Application checklist Items on checklist: Starting first year of post-secondary in September 2027 (in the NCR) Canadian citizen or permanent resident Bilingual (English and French) Experience with client service and collaboration

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The flag on the Peace Tower is at half-mast until further notice to mark the tragedy that occurred at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, in Alberta, on October 17, 2026.
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In 1929, the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council of Great Britain ruled on appeal that women were “persons” under the law. October 18 is now known as Persons Day and the decision marked a pivotal step toward women’s participation in political life.
A statue of Nellie McClung, one of the “Famous Five” women who fought in the Persons Case. She is holding a newspaper that is declaring “Women are Persons…”

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📺 Let us take you back to October 17, 1977. #OTD, the proceedings of the HoC were televised live for the first time. Canada became the first country in the world to televise parliamentary debates. Video: @CPAC_TV #OnThisDay
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In 1955, Mrs. Ann Shipley became the first woman in the House of Commons to move the Address in Reply to the Speech from the Throne. Mrs. Shipley served as a Member in the 22nd Parliament for the riding of Timiskaming. #WomensHistoryMonth
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1/2 👀 I spy with my little eye… historic symbols on the calendar on the Clerk’s Table! 🔎 Can you spot the 🍇grapevines, 🍁maple leaves, and 🛡️shields representing England, Ireland, Scotland and France?
Brass pyramid calendar on the Clerk’s Table.

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Close-up of details on the brass pyramid calendar on the Clerk’s Table.

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Close-up of details on the brass pyramid calendar on the Clerk’s Table.

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Close-up of details on the brass pyramid calendar on the Clerk’s Table.

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2/2 📅 View the 2026 Sitting Calendar: ow.ly/oZuL50ZXzz6
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The #HoC is hiring. • Cabinetmaker Find out more: ow.ly/xTp250Q5cfN #Ottawa #Gatineau
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1/2 What is a legislative committee? Legislative committees are created by a motion passed in the House of Commons to study a specific bill. Once the report is tabled the committee is dissolved. #ParliamentBasics
Parliament Basics : Legislative Committee

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Bill #C39 was adopted at 2nd reading and referred to a legislative committee. #cdnpoli ✅❌Vote result and more: ow.ly/rr8T50VXaXX
Portrait of the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons C-39 Building Canada Strong Act Sponsor Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons

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2/2 Legislative committees are different from special committees, which are not usually charged with studying a bill. Legislative committees are rarely established. The most recent examples date from 2012. Find out more: ourcommons.ca/procedure/proc…
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In the fall of 1901, the Queen Victoria statue was unveiled by the Duke of Cornwall and York, later to become King George V. The statue, by artist Louis-Philippe Hébert, was erected on the west side of Parliament Hill, where it still stands today.
Black and white photo of a crowd gathered around the Queen Victoria Statue.

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Fall is a lovely time to experience a tour of West Block. Book your tickets here: ow.ly/KzVU50ZVPpX
Fall foliage outside West Block.

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Dancing in a swirl of golden memories, artist James Duncan captures in watercolour the view of Parliament Hill in autumn 1866.
Watercolour painting of Parliament Hill.

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Today, the Dominion Carillonneur Andrea McCrady celebrates the 125th birthday of the first Dominion Carillonneur, Percival Price. In this video, she plays his arrangement “Ah! Qui me passera le bois?”
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In 1988, the Hon. Ethel Blondin-Andrew became the first Indigenous woman to be elected to the House of Commons. Her first speech was spoken in North Slavey, emphasizing her incredible work in the preservation of Indigenous languages in Canada. #WomensHistoryMonth
The Honourable Ethel Blondin-Andrew.

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