World's Best Commercial

We're non-commercial here, but this warrants an exception. I'll buy whatever they're selling.

An Evening of Lester B.

Ottawa (March 26, 2009)

The Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association (FOPLA) and the Carleton University Library Circle of Friends have teamed up with local author, columnist and journalism professor Andrew Cohen to create a special event open to the public. The Lives and Lessons of Lester Pearson will showcase a lecture by Mr. Cohen about our controversial prime minister, Lester B. Pearson, which will be followed by a book signing, prizes and an informal meet and greet session with the two hosting friends groups. Where: The Chamber, Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Drive When: 7:00 p.m. Contact: April Duffy, Public Relations Assistant Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association april.duffy@biblioottawalibrary.ca 613-899-0819

Stand By Me

This is worth a listen.

DFAIT Budget "Slashed"

Foreign Affairs Hit with $639 Million in Cuts

So runs the headline in Embassy, the Hill Time's journal dedicated to increasing diplomacy's share of the fiscal pie. They are especially irked that while DFAIT takes a hit DND gets more. It's here.

Panorama

Anyone interested in reading the daily notices to DFAIT staff can do so to their heart's content here. There are lists of available positions, events in the cafeteria, notices of construction on the 9th floor...