Governor General to undertake official visit to Manitoba

June 2, 2023

OTTAWA, Ontario—Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will undertake an official visit to Manitoba from June 6 to 8, 2023.

The Governor General will meet with Manitoba officials, Indigenous leaders, and community and youth leaders working to advance reconciliation and improve the lives of residents of the province.

Times are indicated in Central Daylight Time (CDT).

Winnipeg
Tuesday, June 6

12 p.m.
Visit to 17 Wing Base
The Governor General will meet with Canadian Armed Forces members and learn about the Canadian Forces School of Survival and Aeromedical Training, which trains aircrew to survive in different environments.
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY

12:45 p.m.
Visit to Willow Place Women’s Shelter
Their Excellencies will meet with residents of the shelter, hear their stories and better understand how to help address violence against women in Canada.
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY

2 p.m.
Visit to the Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Education Centre
To reinforce Canada’s unwavering support for Ukraine, Their Excellencies will meet with Ukrainians, including refugees who have fled their country since Russia’s invasion.
The Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Education Centre is one of North America’s largest and most unique Ukrainian cultural and non-profit heritage resource centres.
Find information on the Oseredok Centre
184 Alexander Avenue
OPEN TO MEDIA
Media Contact: Tetiana Pavliuk, tetiana@oseredok.ca

Wednesday, June 7
11:45 a.m.
Official Welcome Ceremony
Upon arrival, Their Excellencies will be greeted by provincial representatives including the Honourable Anita R. Neville, Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, and the Honourable Heather Stefanson, Premier of Manitoba. The Governor General will inspect a guard of honour.
Government House
OPEN TO MEDIA
Media Contact: Tobi Brown, 204-945-1014, tobi.brown@gov.mb.ca

12 p.m.
Meeting with the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba
Their Excellencies will meet with the Honourable Anita R. Neville, Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba.
Government House
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY – At the start of the meeting
Media Contact: Tobi Brown, 204-945-1014, tobi.brown@gov.mb.ca

1 p.m.
Meeting with the Premier of Manitoba
Their Excellencies will meet with the Honourable Heather Stefanson, Premier of Manitoba.
Legislative Building
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY – At the start of the meeting
Media Contacts: Miranda Dube, 431-334-6009, miranda.dube@manitoba.ca
Tobi Brown, 204-945-1014, tobi.brown@gov.mb.ca

1:30 p.m.
Meeting with Indigenous leaders
Their Excellencies will meet with Indigenous leaders from the region. They will be joined by the Minister of Indigenous Reconciliation and Northern Relations.
Legislative Building
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY – At the start of the meeting
Media Contacts: Miranda Dube, 431-334-6009, miranda.dube@manitoba.ca
Tobi Brown, 204-945-1014, tobi.brown@gov.mb.ca

5 p.m.
Official reception hosted by the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba
Their Excellencies will attend an official reception hosted by Lieutenant Governor Neville, providing an opportunity to meet with community and youth leaders.
Government House
OPEN TO MEDIA – During speeches only
Media Contact: Tobi Brown, 204-945-1014, tobi.brown@gov.mb.ca
 

Thursday, June 8
11 a.m.
Visit to the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
Their Excellencies will visit the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, a place of learning, research, and cultural preservation, to meet with staff and learn about the centre’s ongoing work.
The centre works with Indigenous and non-Indigenous educators, researchers, decision‑makers and the public to promote reconciliation and healing across Canada and beyond.
Find information on the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY

3 p.m.
University of Manitoba Convocation Ceremony
The Governor General will attend a University of Manitoba convocation ceremony where she will be awarded a Doctor of Laws honorary degree in recognition of her immense impact on Indigenous communities in Canada, and her lifelong dedication to public service and diplomacy. She will also deliver the keynote address.
Find information on the University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba
OPEN TO MEDIA
Media Contact: Eleanor Coopsammy, 431-338-2259, Eleanor.coopsammy@umanitoba.ca

Quick facts

  • This will be Governor General Simon’s first official visit to Manitoba.
  • This visit is part of a larger objective of visiting each province and territory to engage with Canadians from across the country.
  • This visit will highlight the Governor General’s lifelong dedication to Indigenous communities, the public service and diplomacy.

Notes for media

  • Members of the media must confirm their attendance at select events with the media contacts listed above.
  • Photos of the visit can be provided to media upon request via media@gg.ca.
  • Media members can follow the Governor General’s visit and activities online at gg.ca.

Media information:
Rideau Hall Press Office
343-573-7563
media@gg.ca

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