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Spouses' Programme

Wednesday, September 29

Regina

A Shuttle Bus service is provided by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada from the Regina Airport to the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan for those Participants arriving in Regina between 0900 hours and 1200 hours . The Shuttle Bus is located outside the baggage claim area.

1200 hours -

Diplomatic Forum registration opens
All Participants are requested to register for the
Diplomatic Forum upon arrival at the Hotel. Foyer, Main Level Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan 2125 Victoria Avenue

1330 hours -

Departure for Simpson Seeds Inc. (a Canadian farm)
Dress: Casual
(Buses depart from the main entrance of the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan)

1415 hours -

Visit of Simpson Seeds Inc. (Rail Site Plant)
Simpson Seeds Inc. is a family owned and operated mixed seed company (lentils, chickpeas, cereals and oilseeds) processing and exporting pulses for 25 years.
1170 North Service Road
Moose Jaw

  • Tour of the Facility by
    Mr. Greg Simpson
    President, Simpson Seeds Inc.

    In Attendance:

  • The Honourable Mark Wartman
    Minister of Agriculture and Food, Saskatchewan

  • Mr. Leonard J. Edwards
    Deputy Minister, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

  • Mr. Doug Matthies
    Deputy Minister, Agriculture and Food, Saskatchewan

    		•

    Media: Photo opportunity.

    1600 hours -

    Departure for the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

    1645 hours -

    		Arrival at the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan
    2125 Victoria Avenue

    1930 hours -

    		Welcoming Reception given by
    The Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan
    Regency Ballroom, Convention Level
    Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan
    Dress: Business
     

    Welcoming Remarks

  • Ms. Marla Preston
    General Manager, Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

  • His Worship Pat Fiacco
    Mayor of the City of Regina

    		•

    2130 hours -

    		Private time

    Thursday, September 30

    0730 hours - to 0930 hours

    		 Buffet Breakfast
    Blue Lounge, Convention Level
    Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

    0945 hours -

    		Welcoming Remarks by
    Ms. Jennifer Wood
    Deputy Director
    Diplomatic Corps Services, Protocol Office
    Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
    The Blue Lounge, Convention Level

    1000 hours -

    		Historic Tour of the City of Regina (by trolley car)
    Downtown Regina, Wascana Park, Albert Memorial Bridge,
    City Hall, Victoria Park

    1130 hours -

    		Arrival at the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan
    2125 Victoria Avenue

    1200 hours -

    		Luncheon on the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the Persons Case of 1929 with keynote speaker
    Mrs. Frances Wright
    President and CEO, Famous 5 Foundation
    "The Role of Women in an Evolving Democracy:
    The Canadian Experience with the Famous 5"
    The Victoria Tea Room, Main Level
    Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

    1345 hours -

    		Departure for the Legislative Building

    1400 hours -

    		Visit to the Legislative Building
    Tour of the Rotunda, Legislative Assembly Chamber,
    the Premier's Office, Cabinet Room, and other historic rooms
    Afternoon tea hosted by Ms. Gwenn Ronyk
    Clerk of the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly

    1530 hours -

    		Departure from the Legislative Building for the
    RCMP Depot Division Training Centre (by bus)

    1545 hours -

    Session VII
    The Drill Hall
    RCMP Depot Division Training Centre

  • Welcome and Parade Demonstration

  • The RCMP: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
    Superintendent Wayne Martin
    Acting Commanding Officer

  • Tour of the Centennial Museum and historic RCMP Chapel

    • 1730 hours -

    		Departure for the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

    1745 hours -

    		Arrival at the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan
    2125 Victoria Avenue

    1850 hours -

    		Departure for the MacKenzie Art Gallery
    (Buses depart from the Main Entrance of the Hotel)

    1900 hours -

    		Reception given by
    The Honourable Pierre S. Pettigrew
    Minister of Foreign Affairs, Canada
    Guests are invited to tour "Simple Bliss" a special exhibit of still life paintings and prints by Canadian artist Mary Pratt
    MacKenzie Art Gallery
    T. C. Douglas Building
    3475 Albert Street
    Dress: Casual

    2000 hours -

    		Dinner with keynote address by
    The Honourable Pierre S. Pettigrew
    Minister of Foreign Affairs, Canada
    A tour d'horizon of Canada's Foreign Policy:
    Objectives and Priorities
    The Foyer
    T. C. Douglas Building
    Dress: Casual

    2130 hours -

    		Departure for Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

    2145 hours -

    		Arrival at the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan
    2125 Victoria Avenue

    Friday, October 1

    0700 hours -

    		Buffet Breakfast
    Blue Lounge, Convention Level
    Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

    1000 hours -

    		Departure for Sunbar Stables

    1015 hours -

    		Visit to Sunbar Stables
    Regina Therapeutic Riding Association
    A school to promote lessons in riding and horsemanship for children and adults with special needs.

    1130 hours -

    		Departure for the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

    1230 hours -

    		Luncheon with keynote speaker
    The Honourable Lucienne Robillard
    President of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada
    and Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs
    Regency Ballroom, Convention Level
    Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan
    Dress: Casual

    1415 hours -

    		Departure for the University of Regina
    (Buses depart from the Main Entrance of the Hotel)

    1430 hours -

    Session X
    Connecting to Higher Education and Research in Saskatchewan The Education Auditorium
    University of Regina

    Speakers:

  • Dr. Kathy Heinrich
    Vice President, Academic Relations, University of Regina
  • Dr. Michael Atkinson
    Vice President, University Provost and University Academics,
    University of Saskatchewan
  • Dr. Robert McCulloch
    President, Saskatchewan Institute of Science and Technology

    		•

    1600 hours -

    		Departure for the First Nations University of Canada

    1610 hours -

    		Presentation by the First Nations University of Canada
    The Atrium
    The presentation is followed by a reception and tour of the University building which was designed by Douglas Cardinal in consultation with First Nation Elders and the Community.
    First Nations University of Canada
    1 First Nations Way

    1715 hours -

    		Departure for the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

    1730 hours -

    		Arrival at the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan
    2125 Victoria Avenue

    1900 hours -

    		Dinner given by
    The Honourable Lorne Calvert
    Premier of Saskatchewan
    Regency Ballroom, Convention Level
    Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan
    Dress: Business
    Media: Open coverage of remarks at the beginning of the dinner

    Saturday, October 2

    0730 hours -

    		Buffet Breakfast
    Blue Lounge, Convention Level
    Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

    1000 hours -

    		Private time

    1545 hours -

    		Departure for Government House
    (Buses depart from the Main Entrance of the Hotel)

    1600 hours -

    		Reception given by
    Her Honour
    The Honourable Dr. Lynda M. Haverstock, S.O.M.
    Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan
    Government House
    Museum and Heritage Property
    4607 Dewdney Avenue
    Dress: Casual

    1800 hours -

    		Departure for the Wascana Country Club

    1815 hours -

    		Dinner given by
    Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
    Wascana Country Club
    Dress: Casual

    Sunday, October 3

    0830 hours -

    Buffet Breakfast and Concluding Discussion
    Regency Ballroom, Convention Level
    Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan

    Shuttle Buses will be available to transport Participants from the Radisson Plaza Hotel
    Saskatchewan to the Regina Airport
    from 1000 hours to 1600 hours

    Conclusion of the 2004 Diplomatic Forum
    Date Modified:
    2007-06-28
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