Governor General to attend National Commemorative Ceremony for the Honourable Murray Sinclair

November 8, 2024

OTTAWA, Ontario—Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will attend the National Commemorative Ceremony to mark the passing of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, C.C., O.M., M.S.C., K.C.

The foremost figure in Canada’s reconciliation journey, Mr. Sinclair was Anishinaabe and a member of the Peguis First Nation. He was appointed Companion of the Order of Canada on September 24, 2021.

The Governor General will join Indigenous leaders, dignitaries and the public for the memorial service. Her Excellency will deliver remarks at the service to recognize
Mr. Sinclair’s immense contributions to Canada.

National Commemorative Ceremony for the Honourable Murray Sinclair
Date: Sunday, November 10, 2024.
Time: 2:00 p.m. CST
Location: Canada Life Centre, Winnipeg

Notes for media:

  • All media intending to report on the National Commemorative Ceremony must register their attendance by providing their name and their media outlet to media@pch.gc.ca by 12 p.m., on Saturday, November 9, 2024.
  • Official photos of the memorial service can be provided to media upon request via media@gg.ca.

Media information:
Rideau Hall Press Office
media@gg.ca

Media Relations
Canadian Heritage Media Relations
media@pch.gc.ca

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