2026 Riddell Reception

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.

Date: March 25th, 2026
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: National Arts Center, 1 Elgin Street

This year, we are shining a spotlight on the paths that lead from behind-the-scenes political work to life in public office.

Thank you for your interest in the 2026 Riddell Reception. Registration is now closed.
If you have any questions, please reach out to mpm@carleton.ca

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