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A Sober Second Look at the Notwithstanding Clause – in conversation with Senator Peter Harder

November 25, 2025 @ 5:00 pm 8:00 pm EST

The Harvard Club’s Dr. Sheema Khan will engage Senator Peter Harder in a fireside chat to discuss the history and purpose of the notwithstanding clause, along with Senator Harder’s proposed bill to put guardrails on federal use of the clause.

Please arrive at 5:00pm to clear security. The discussion will last from 5:30 – 7:00pm. Refreshments and a networking session will follow from 7 – 8pm.

Please register at: https://shorturl.at/D2AuO

The Harvard Club of Ottawa encourages the exchange of ideas and critical thinking. We maintain political neutrality and do not endorse legislation. The views expressed in the talk do not reflect the views of the Club or its Board.

$20

Senate of Canada

1 Wellington Street, Room W-120
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Canada
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