Diamond Jubilee Gala Dinner
Their Excellencies attended a gala dinner to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty The Queen. On this occasion, the Governor General presented the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal to members of the Royal Commonwealth Society and the Monarchist League of Canada.
Sun, 05/13/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0238-001
The event was co-hosted by the Royal Commonwealth Society and the Monarchist League of Canada (Ottawa Branch). Dr. Peter Meincke, President of the Ottawa Branch of the Royal Commonwealth Society of Canada, introduced the Governor General before he delivered remarks.
Sun, 05/13/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0238-002
"The Queen has even made it a priority during the Diamond Jubilee to celebrate our volunteers and all those who improve their community. To thank those who work unseen to help those in need. And that is what we hope to do as well. This year, we present the Diamond Jubilee Medal to deserving Canadians, including volunteers, who have made this country better. They number 60 000. In honouring their dedication to service to others, we honour The Queen’s commitment as well."
Sun, 05/13/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0238-003
The event was held in the Panorama Room of the National Arts Centre. Mr. Allan Jones, Chair of the Ottawa Branch Monarchist League of Canada (left) was sitting at Their Excellencies' table.
Sun, 05/13/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0238-004