VISIT TO NORTHERN ONTARIO - Hearst
Many students and citizens gathered at City Hall to welcome Her Excellency in their town.
Mon, 05/03/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Evan Kuelz, Rideau Hall GG2010-0234-011
Following a meeting with the Mr. Roger Sigouin, Mayor of Hearst, the Governor General met with members of Hearst’s community.
Mon, 05/03/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Evan Kuelz, Rideau Hall GG2010-0234-009
Her Excellency visited La Maison Verte, a non-profit organization managed by women.
Mon, 05/03/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Evan Kuelz, Rideau Hall GG2010-0237-005
The discussion took place at Hearst University.
Mon, 05/03/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Evan Kuelz, Rideau Hall GG2010-0236-006
The partnership aims to improve the economy of all three communities.
Mon, 05/03/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Evan Kuelz, Rideau Hall GG2010-0236-005
Her Excellency also met with key actors to discuss a partnership between the Town of Hearst, Constance Lake First Nation and the Municipality of Mattice-Val Côté
Mon, 05/03/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Evan Kuelz, Rideau Hall GG2010-0236-004
The city of Hearst is a hub for forestry companies in northern Ontario.
Mon, 05/03/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Evan Kuelz, Rideau Hall GG2010-0235-015
The forest industry is the driving force of Hearst's local economy.
Mon, 05/03/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Evan Kuelz, Rideau Hall GG2010-0235-007
Her Excellency then visited Columbia plywood mill.
Mon, 05/03/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Evan Kuelz, Rideau Hall GG2010-0235-006
Founded in 1981, La Maison Verte aims to promote economic independence and to ensure the well-being of women and their families in the Hearst region.
Mon, 05/03/2010 - 12:00 MCpl Evan Kuelz, Rideau Hall GG2010-0237-013