This talk will explore the origins and nature of change in these two southern African countries and assess its significance. Does the rise to power of an authoritarian political leader in Zimbabwe offer a glimpse of South Africa’s future? Or will the different historical terrain and stronger institutions (the judiciary, the media, the political opposition and civil society) enable a positive alternative? Continue Reading South Africa and Zimbabwe – Limits to Change
Group of 78 Luncheon Speaker Series Madelaine Drohan Disaster Fraud Tuesday November 28, 2017 12:00 p.m. Palais Imperial Restaurant, 311- 313 Dalhousie St., Ottawa $30 for luncheon and presentation (12:00 p.m.) $5 for presentation only (arrive 12:45 p.m. Coffee and tea will be available) RESERVATIONS: Group78@group78.org 613-565-9449 ext. 22 by Friday November 24, 2017 by 12:00 pm Late registrations… Continue Reading Luncheon Speaker Series: Madelaine Drohan – Disaster Fraud
WHEN: Wednesday, 13 June 2018 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM WHERE: Knox Presbyterian Church – 120 Lisgar Street, Ottawa, ON The Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territory is currently the longest in the world, at 50 years and counting. The Israeli settlement population continues to grow faster than the Israeli population, annexation legislation is being debated… Continue Reading Fifty Years and Counting: Is the Israeli Occupation Sustainable?
Science for Peace invites you to attend the upcoming forum: “How to Save the World in a Hurry” WHEN: Wednesday & Thursday, May 30 and 31, 2018 WHERE: Room 140-University College, 15 Kings College Circle, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON TICKETS: General registration $100, Students & Unwaged $40 * Register now through Eventbrite All participants will have an… Continue Reading Science for Peace Conference: How to Save the World in a Hurry
Ambassador Seyed Hossein Mousavian will talk about bilateral complexities of Iran & the US, and will also shed light on the regional issues, different views and the way forward for fostering a sustainable peace and security. Continue Reading Iran, the US and the Regional Crisis
WHEN: Thursday, 18 January 2018 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM WHERE: Knox Presbyterian Church – 120 Lisgar Street, Ottawa, ON The Trudeau Government’s claim that “Canada is back” in the international arena is highly contestable. The government continues to support defence and trade policies initiated by the Harper government as well as energy policies inconsistent with the Paris… Continue Reading Panel Presentation: Canada’s New Posture in the International Arena
WHEN: Thursday, 09 November 2017 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM WHERE: Bruyère Hospital Auditorium – 43 Bruyere St., Ottawa, ON The Trudeau Government’s claim that “Canada is back” in the international arena is highly contestable. The government continues to support defence and trade policies initiated by the Harper government as well as energy policies inconsistent with the Paris… Continue Reading Panel Presentation: Canada’s New Posture in the International Arena
Group of 78 Luncheon Speaker Series Paul Robinson Do We Still Need NATO Tuesday October 31, 2017 12:00 p.m. Palais Imperial Restaurant, 311- 313 Dalhousie St., Ottawa RESERVATIONS: Group78@group78.org 613-565-9449 ext. 22 by Friday October 27, 2017 by 12:00 pm (pay by cash or cheque at the door) NATO was created in order to defend… Continue Reading Paul Robinson: Do We Still Need NATO? October 31, 2017
Dr. Perry offered this video to the Group of 78 to help promote our Policy Conference, GETTING TO NUCLEAR ZERO BUILDING COMMON SECURITY FOR A POST-MAD WORLD. September 22-23, 2017 Dr . Perry was Secretary of Defense under President Bill Clinton from 1994 to 1997, having served as Deputy Secretary in 1993-94; he is currently Professor (emeritus)… Continue Reading September 22-23, 2017 Recording – Dr. William Perry speaks about the risks of nuclear weapons
Please join us at our upcoming Spring Fling Fundraising Party! Get ready to dance and welcome in the summer. Hosted by the Group of 78 and The Rideau Institute. This evening will include live music, dancing, fundraising activities, door prizes, appetizers, and a cash bar! Where: Bronson Centre, 211 Bronson Avenue When: June 16th, 2017 – 7:00pm – 11:30pm Advanced tickets: $30.00… Continue Reading G78 and RI Spring Fling 2017 – June 16th, 2017
