October 9, 2024
Governor General Mary Simon welcomed seven new heads of mission to Canada during a ceremony at Rideau Hall.
The following new heads of mission presented their credentials to the Governor General:
His Excellency Esteban Jabier Crespo Polo
Ambassador of the Republic of Ecuador
Her Excellency Grietje “Margriet Vonno” Landman
Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
His Excellency John Concannon
Ambassador of Ireland
Her Excellency Geneviève Anne M. Tuts
Head of Delegation and Ambassador of the European Union
His Excellency Stavros Hatziyiannis
High Commissioner for the Republic of Cyprus
His Excellency Andreas Rendl
Ambassador of the Republic of Austria
Her Excellency Artemis Malo
Ambassador of the Republic of Albania
Today’s ceremony is a reminder that we are here to join forces as we face unprecedented global challenges.
Upon their arrival in Canada, new heads of mission must present their letters of credence to the governor general before they can carry out their duties. Letters of credence are the official documents that accredit a diplomat as an ambassador or high commissioner to another country.