Visit to Halifax - Day 1
Their Excellencies took part in an on-stage conversation to discuss their recently published books: The Idea of Canada: Letters to a Nation, by Governor General David Johnston and published by Signal/McClelland & Stewart; and Matrons and Madams, by Mrs. Sharon Johnston and published by Dundurn Press.
Mon, 07/11/2016 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2016-0291-005
Following the on-stage conversation, Their Excellencies engaged in a question-and-answer period.
Mon, 07/11/2016 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2016-0291-008
The event was open to the public and took place at the Halifax Central Library.
Mon, 07/11/2016 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2016-0291-013
Their Excellencies also participated in a book-signing session.
Mon, 07/11/2016 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2016-0291-018
In letters to characters and individuals living and dead, eminent and unknown, The Idea of Canada: Letters to a Nation touches on a wide range of topics: learning, law and justice, kindness and courage, innovation, Aboriginal education, bilingualism, mental health, hockey and more.
Mon, 07/11/2016 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2016-0291-019