Official Visit to Prince Edward Island - Day 1
Upon their arrival in Prince Edward Island, Their Excellencies the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, and Mrs. Sharon Johston met with Their Honours the Honourable Barbara A. Hagerman, Lieutenant-Governor of Prince Edward Island, and Mr. Nelson Hagerman at Government House in Charlottetown.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0644-001
The meeting between the Governor General and the Lieutenant Governor was held at Government House in Charlottetown.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0644-002
In the presence of the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, His Excellency signed the guest book in the Legislative Chamber.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0645-008
The Symons Medal and Lecture provides a national platform for a distinguished Canadian to discuss the current state and future prospects of Confederation. It also gives all Canadians an opportunity to reflect upon their country and its future.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0647-007
The Governor General then delivered the lecture entitled “A Smart and Caring Nation: A Call to Service.” A question-period with the audience followed his address.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0647-006
His Excellency received the Confederation Centre of the Arts’ Symons Medal from the master of ceremonies Mr. Wayne Hambly.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0647-005
The Honourable Robert W.J. Ghiz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, paid tribute to the Governor General.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0647-004
Their Excellencies attended the 8th national Symons Lecture on the State of Canadian Confederation. At the beginning of the ceremony, a local youth choir performed.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0647-001
The Medal ceremony and Lecture are held each year to mark the meetings of the Fathers of Confederation in Charlottetown in 1864.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0647-008
Inside Province House, His Excellency has a meeting with the Honourable Robert W.J. Ghiz, Premier of Prince Edward Island.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0645-006
Their Excellencies then met with the Honourable Kathleen Casey, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0645-005
During the inspection of the guard of honour, His Excellency stopped to speak to a Canadian Forces member.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0645-004
During the official welcoming ceremony at Province House, the Governor General received military honours, which included the 21-Gun Salute and the inspection of the guard of honour.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0645-002
Upon their arrival at Province House, Their Excellencies were welcomed by the Honourable Robert W.J. Ghiz, Premier of Prince Edward Island.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0645-001
The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly offered Their Excellencies a tour of the Confederation Chamber and the Legislative Assembly.
Mon, 11/08/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2010-0645-007