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May 6, 2013 Message from Their Excellencies the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, and Mrs. Sharon Johnston on the Occasion of Mental Health Week OTTAWA— In a given year, one in five Canadians experiences a mental health problem or illness. These challenges come in myriad f...

May 20, 2013 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the occasion of Victoria Day OTTAWA — As we make the most of this Victoria Day to celebrate our Sovereign’s birthday, it is an honour and indeed a pleasure to join with all Canadians in payin...

June 2, 2013 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-chief of Canada, on the Occasion of the Canadian Forces Day OTTAWA— Canadian Forces Day is an occasion for us to thank our military men and women for all that they do—and for their willing...

June 2, 2013 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the Occasion of the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Coronation OTTAWA—For much of modern history, the stability and enduring success of monarchy has been, above all, a re...

The Canadian Heraldic Authority, of which I am the head, marks its 25th anniversary today. Our heralds use their skills and enthusiasm to create arms, flags and badges for families and corporate bodies across Canada. Coats of arms bring together different generations. My granddaughter helped me choo...

July 1, 2013 Message from the Governor General of Canadaon the Occasion of Canada Day OTTAWA—My wife, Sharon, and I would like to wish all Canadians a very happy Canada Day. This day is an occasion to take a moment to reflect on our good fortune as Canadians, and to celebrate. As governor general, I...

June 21, 2013 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of National Aboriginal Day OTTAWA— On the occasion of National Aboriginal Day, we celebrate the contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people that are deeply embedded in our culture and our way of life. This culture a...

June 24, 2013 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day OTTAWA— It gives me great pleasure to greet everyone taking part in activities celebrating Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, from one end of the country to the other. The feast day of St. John the Baptist, wh...

December 5, 2013 Message from the Governor General of Canada Following the Death of Nelson Mandela, C.C. OTTAWA—When history speaks of the very best examples of humanity, we will speak of Nelson Mandela. His life was dedicated to the greater good. He held strong beliefs and did not give up on his dr...

June 27, 2013 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Canadian Multiculturalism Day OTTAWA—It gives me great pleasure once again to mark Canadian Multiculturalism Day. I have long believed that one of Canada’s greatest strengths is its diversity. Everywhere I have travelled ac...

July 8, 2013 Message from the Governor General Following the Tragedy in Lac-Mégantic OTTAWA—Like so many people across Canada, Sharon and I were shocked by the unimaginable catastrophe that unfolded in Lac-Mégantic over the weekend. Our hearts go out to the residents of this community, who have been...

July 9, 2013 Message from Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall OTTAWA—As governor general of Canada, I wanted to share with all Canadians a message I received from Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall expressing their dismay followi...

July 9, 2013 Message from Her Masjesty The Queen following the train crash in Quebec OTTAWA—As governor general of Canada, I wanted to share a message addressed to all Canadians from Her Majesty The Queen following the tragedy in Lac-Mégantic, Quebec. “It was with profound sadness that I learned of ...

June 24, 2013 Message from Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge OTTAWA—As governor general of Canada, I wanted to share with all Canadians a message I received from Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge following the devastating floods in Alberta. “Catherine an...

July 22, 2013 Message from the Governor General on the Birth of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s Baby Son OTTAWA—My wife, Sharon, and I would like to extend our warmest congratulations to Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the occasion of the birth of their son. Sharon an...

August 15, 2013 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the Occasion of National Acadian Day OTTAWA— I am delighted to extend greetings to everyone celebrating National Acadian Day. On August 15, the tricoloured flag takes centre stage for Acad...

October 7, 2013 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of the 250th Anniversary of the Royal Proclamation OTTAWA—The 250th anniversary of the Royal Proclamation is an important occasion for all Canadians—Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal alike. Issued by King George III on October 7...

October 13, 2013 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the occasion of Thanksgiving OTTAWA— Thanksgiving, which is celebrated throughout North America, is rooted in the European agricultural tradition. However, even before settlers arrived in...

October 18, 2013 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of "Persons" Day OTTAWA— I am sending greetings from Beijing, China, to Canadian women and men on the occasion of "Persons" Day. It is almost inconceivable that just decades ago, only men were included in the definition of ...

October 21, 2013 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the occasion of Citizenship Week 2013 OTTAWA— I am pleased to extend greetings and best wishes to all Canadians on the occasion of Citizenship Week 2013. Each year, Canada is fortunate to...