GCWCC Launch
"Already, Canada’s public service represents our values. Values that include respect for democracy. For people. Integrity. Stewardship. Excellence. To that list we can add the value of caring for the well-being of others," said the Governor General during short remarks.
Thu, 09/03/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0298-008
As patron of United Way Canada, His Excellency hosted the launch of the National Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign for 2015.
Thu, 09/03/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0298-006
The event was taking place under a tent on the grounds of Rideau Hall.
Thu, 09/03/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0298-007
The national chair of GCWCC, Mr. William F. Pentney, delivered remarks for the occasion. Mr. Pentney is Deputy Minister of Justice and Deputy Attorney General of Canada.
Thu, 09/03/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0298-009
The copresident of the campaign, Ms. Maria Belen, Policy Analyst at Citizenship and Immigration Canada, also said a few words to rally the troops.
Thu, 09/03/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0298-011
The goal of the campaign for this year is to gather 19 million dollars.
Thu, 09/03/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0298-014