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Canadian Armed Forces Chief of the Defence Staff Change of Command Ceremony

July 18, 2024

As commander-in-chief, Governor General Mary Simon presided over the ceremony marking the Change of Command of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Chief of the Defence Staff from General Wayne Eyre to General Jennie Carignan.

Upon her arrival, the Governor General received military honours and inspected a guard of honour. She also participated in General Carignan’s promotion ceremony.

During the change of command ceremony, Her Excellency signed the change of command certificates and presented the CAF Ensign to General Carignan, the newly appointed chief of the Defence Staff. The Governor General also addressed CAF members and guests.

 

Governor General Mary Simon is putting new rank epaulettes on General Jennie Carignan. A man is doing the same on the left of the photo.

Governor General Mary Simon stands next to General Jennie Carignan, newly promoted. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stands to their right.

Governor General Mary Simon hands over the Canadian Armed Forces Ensign to General Jennie Carignan. General Wayne Eyre is standing behind her.

Governor General Mary Simon signs certificates. General Jennie Carignan is sitting to her right and General Wayne Eyre is sitting to her left.

Governor General Mary Simon gives her remarks at a podium. A Sherman tank can be seen in the background and a crowd of people in the foreground.

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