Presentation of Letters of Credence
A presentation of letters of credence from two new ambassadors took place on April 8, 2014, at Rideau Hall.
Tue, 04/08/2014 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG2014-0125-001
The Governor General first received the letters of credence of His Excellency Bruce Alan Heyman, Ambassador of the United States of America.
Tue, 04/08/2014 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG2014-0125-002
Letters of credence are the official documents by which new heads of diplomatic missions are presented by their head of State as their official representative. Currently, there are more than 170 heads of diplomatic missions accredited to Canada.
Tue, 04/08/2014 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG2014-0125-004
"You have been chosen to represent your respective nations, and to work with Canadians to solve problems and to seize opportunities," said the Governor General. "You understand the importance of our shared ties, and that strong international relationships are built on trust and respect."
Tue, 04/08/2014 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG2014-0125-005
The Governor General then received the letters of credence of Her Excellency Norma Nascimbene de Dumont, Ambassador of the Argentine Republic.
Tue, 04/08/2014 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG2014-0126-001