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November 20, 2014 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the occasion of National Child Day OTTAWA— Sharon and I profoundly believe that there is nothing in this world more precious than children. Their happiness is vital to that of society as...

Toronto, Ontario, Tuesday, November 18, 2014 Thank you, Steve, for your generous introduction. And thank you everyone for welcoming me so warmly. Steve highlighted some of my achievements. And of course, I am here with you as patron of the Psychology Foundation of Canada and spouse of the Governor G...

Rideau Hall, Friday, November 21, 2014 My wife, Sharon, and I are pleased to welcome you to Rideau Hall today for this very special occasion. One of the great privileges of being governor general is having the opportunity to recognize extraordinary Canadians for their contributions to our country. I...

Rideau Hall, Wednesday, November 26, 2014 To ask whether a room full of writers and artists can imagine something is like asking whether a room full of mathematicians can add and subtract. So indulge me, if you will. Imagine a room with an infinite number of bookshelves, the books piled so high that...

November 30, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean Becoming Secretary General of the International Organisation of La Francophonie OTTAWA?My wife, Sharon, and I extend our warmest congratulations to the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, who will lead ...