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Annual Inspection of the Ceremonial Guard and Storytime

June 25, 2026

This morning, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief Arbour conducted the annual Inspection of the Ceremonial Guard at Rideau Hall, a long-standing tradition of military precision, polish and pageantry. 

Governor General Arbour standing on a small platform set up in front of Rideau Hall. The members of the Ceremonial Guard are facing her.
Governor General Arbour completing an inspection of the Ceremonial Guard. She is smiling up at one of the members.

She then joined Storytime to read a book to young readers and their families. Held in partnership with United for Literacy and the Ottawa International Writers Festival, Storytime inspires a love of reading.

Governor General Arbour holding up a children's book as she reads to the audience outside.
Governor General Arbour and three other people are seated in front a group of kids for storytime.

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