Honorary Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada
His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, was inducted as Honorary Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) during the annual Induction and Awards ceremony which was held at the National Gallery of Canada, in Ottawa.
Sat, 11/27/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0694-001
He has been elected in recognition of his excellent leadership of Canadian universities, as well as in recognition of his outstanding contributions to Canadian scholarship.
Sat, 11/27/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0694-002
Founded in 1882, the RSC is the senior national body of distinguished Canadian scholars, artists and scientists. As Canada’s national academy, the RSC recognizes academic excellence and outstanding contributions to Canadian intellectual culture, advises governments and organizations, and promotes a culture of knowledge and innovation in Canada.
Sat, 11/27/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0694-003
During the banquet, His Excellency delivered an address to recognize the newly elected Fellows for their outstanding scholarly, scientific and artistic achievement. Governors general have been patron of the RSC since 1882.
Sat, 11/27/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0694-004