Every year, students in the Clayton H. Riddell Graduate Program in Political Management at Carleton University host a reception that brings together students, political leaders and their staff, government relations professionals, and others from across the political spectrum for a candid and respectful conversation about politics in Canada.
This year, we are shining a spotlight on the paths that lead from behind-the-scenes political work to life in public office.
Meet Our Speakers:
Karim Bardeesy
Member of Parliament for Taiaiako’n–Parkdale–High Park
Jennifer Howard
Former Manitoba MLA and Cabinet Minister
Melissa Lantsman
Member of Parliament for Thornhill
Moderated by:
Garry Keller
Vice President at StrategyCorp and MPM Fellow
Please RSVP by March 16th, 2026 to reserve your seat.