Memorial Service for the Honourable Maurice Strong
Former Prime Ministers Paul Martin and Joe Clark (left to right) also attended the ceremony, which was hosted by the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, 26th Governor General of Canada, and her husband Mr. John Ralston Saul.
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His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, attended the memorial service for the Honourable Maurice Strong, P.C., C.C. The service took place in Ottawa on January 27, 2016.
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The Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, delivered a speech on this occasion.
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Mr. Martin talked about how he has earned an international reputation as one of the most visible and credible of environmental advocates.
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Mrs. Clarkson also paid tribute to Mr. Strong and underlined his outstanding work in Canada and abroad.
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