Toronto 2015 Pan American Games - Day 2
His Excellency had the honour of presenting the gold medal to Team Canada.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0287-022
On July 11, 2015, Their Excellencies the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, and Mrs. Sharon Johnston attended the triathlon women's final at Ontario Place in Toronto.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0285-001
Their Excellencies cheered on Team Canada.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0287-019
Their Excellencies then headed to the CIBC Pan Am Aquatics Centre and Field House to attend the women’s team free routine final in synchronized swimming.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0287-010
During their visit, Their Excellencies met with athletes from Canada's water polo team.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0286-011
Her Excellency speaking with a canoe carver in the athletes village.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0286-008
In the afternoon, Their Excellencies had the opportunity to visit the athletes' village with Director Steve Caffekey.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0286-003
The Governor General participated in the medal ceremony.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0285-030
Their Excellencies also cheered for Canadian athlete Joanna Brown who finished in 13th place.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0285-022
Chilean triathlete Barbara Riveros won the gold medal.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0285-018
During the sporting event, Their Excellencies cheered for Canadian athletes Ellen Pennock (6th place) and Paula Findlay (9th place).
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0285-007
Mexico won the silver medal and, the United States of America, the bronze.
Sun, 07/12/2015 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2015-0287-027