Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Français
OTTAWA, ON , June 11, 2025 /CNW/ - Note: All times local
National Capital Region, Canada
10:00 a.m.
The Prime Minister will attend the National Caucus meeting.
West Block
Parliament Hill
2:15 p.m.
The Prime Minister will attend Question Period.
West Block
Parliament Hill
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