Celebration of Canada’s National Day at Expo Centre
Expo 2010 is the biggest exposition ever, with 242 countries and organizations participating. With the assistance of Cirque du Soleil, Canada has created a stunning pavilion that is a popular highlight of Expo 2010 and an excellent showcase for Canada's theme: “The Living City: inclusive, sustainable, creative.”
Thu, 07/01/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0376-001
In honour of our country’s national day, the Governor General delivered an address to visitors gathered for July 1st celebrations at Expo Shanghai 2010.
Thu, 07/01/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0373-009
"Here, on this first of July 2010, in this spectacular, welcoming setting, we are celebrating Canada’s participation in Expo 2010 Shanghai. Allow me, then, to say loud and clear: Happy Canada Day! Today we mark Canada’s 143rd anniversary."
Thu, 07/01/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0373-007
Before her departure, the Governor General waved goodbye at the singers.
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The Honourable Jim Prentice, Minister of the Environment, is part of the official delegation accompanying the Governor General in China. He is racing with Mr. Jean-Daniel Lafond, husband of the Governor General.
Thu, 07/01/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0376-009
The Commissioner General for Canada at Expo 2010 in Shanghai is Mr. Mark H. Rowswell, C.M. Rowswell, whose stage name is Dashan, has been called the most famous foreigner in China. He has become a regular fixture on Chinese television and a cultural icon across the nation.
Thu, 07/01/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0376-006
During her visit at the Expo, Her Excellency met with Canadians and Chinese visitors. Here is a group from Toronto.
Thu, 07/01/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0376-005
The interior of the pavilion comprises three floors. The first floor is the public presentation, which reflects Canada’s theme “The Living City: inclusive, sustainable, creative.” A unique conference centre and visitors’ lounge occupy the second floor. This space will be used for events, meetings and presentations on trade, investment, and educational opportunities in Canada. Finally, the third floor houses operations and administration to ensure the smooth functioning of pavilion programs.
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The exterior skin of the pavilion is composed of 4000 m2 of Canadian red cedar, certified by the Canada Wood Association and Canada Wood China. This is an important sustainable aspect of the design. The cedar boards are individually fastened to a steel frame, which allows easy dismantling so the wood can be reused in construction projects following Expo 2010.
Thu, 07/01/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0376-002
Cultural performances from Canadian artists concluded the ceremony. Grand Dérangement, a Nova Scotia Acadian group, was among them.
Thu, 07/01/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0373-015