Visit to Toronto
Since 1992, the annual Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure has been the largest single-day, volunteer-led national event in support of creating a future without breast cancer.
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0309-001
His Excellency had the opportunity to see examples of the talent of the Monsignor Fraser College's students like these beautiful paintings decorating picnic tables.
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0310-012
This $2.2 million project was made possible by the support of the Toronto Catholic District School Board and United Way Toronto & York Region. The Governor General wanted to see the new installations but, more importantly, he wanted to meet with the students who use them.
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0310-009
The Governor General toured a new facility on the Midland North campus of Monsignor Fraser College which enables students to earn their high school diplomas, to learn in an alternative setting, to explore career options and to begin the transition to post-secondary study or the world of work. The College has numerous locations across Toronto.
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0310-008
During the event, the Governor General presented the Caring Canadian Award to Ms. Christina Kramer, CIBC’s lead volunteer and executive sponsor for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure.
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0309-021
In Toronto, as in other cities across Canada, Think Pink Week engages employees, clients and community members, provides a forum to share information regarding breast cancer, and celebrates the community that comes together to support those living with the disease.
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0309-019
His Excellency commended the volunteers who were at the launch. CIBC’s annual Think Pink Week aims to encourage registration and fundraising for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure, taking place October 4, 2015.
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0309-018
Governor General Johnston's time in Toronto was all about volunteerism and philanthropy. He started is afternoon filled with giving moments by taking part in the launch of CIBC’s Think Pink Week in downtown Toronto.
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0309-016
Victor Dodig, President and Chief Executive Officer of the CIBC group of companies, also spoke to the volunteers.
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0309-011
During his visit to the college, His Excellency took the opportunity to speak with the students and answer a few questions.
Tue, 09/15/2015 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG01-2015-0310-015