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  • Black History Month

    Message  –  February 1, 2015

    February 1, 2015 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the Occasion of Black History Month OTTAWA— For nearly 20 years, February has been designated as Black History Month. I am always pleased to highlight and recognize the tremendous contrib...

  • Order of Military Merit Investiture Ceremony

    Speech  –  February 26, 2015

    Rideau Hall, Thursday, February 26, 2015 What a pleasure it is to welcome such fine men and women in uniform to Rideau Hall, the home of the people of Canada. It’s so appropriate for us to gather here to recognize outstanding military service. Rideau Hall is where we come together to celebrate our v...

  • Presentation of the Outstanding Achievement Award of the Public Service of Canada

    Speech  –  February 27, 2015

    Rideau Hall, Friday, February 27, 2015 We gather here at Rideau Hall, home of the people of Canada, to celebrate a man who serves the people of Canada. Today, we present Mr. Ian Burney with the 2014 Outstanding Achievement Award of the Public Service of Canada. Mr. Burney, you have done so much to p...

  • Message from Her Majesty The Queen

    Message  –  February 15, 2015

    February 15, 2015 Message from Her Majesty The Queen on the Occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the National Flag of Canada OTTAWA—The Governor General of Canada is pleased to share a message addressed to all Canadians from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of t...

  • Presentation of the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award

    Speech  –  February 11, 2015

    Toronto, Ontario, Wednesday, February 11, 2015 Across this country, I have seen the generous nature of Canadians. I have seen individuals making big impacts in their communities. I have seen the change that can occur when compassion governs our actions. Today’s event, for instance, is being held wit...

  • 25th Anniversary of Canada’s Outstanding CEO of the Year Gala

    Speech  –  February 12, 2015

    Toronto, Ontario, Wednesday, February 11, 2015 CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY It is a pleasure to be here to celebrate and congratulate this year’s Outstanding CEO of the Year, Mr. Donald Walker. I would also like to congratulate all those involved in the presentation of this award, as it marks 25 years of ...

  • Dinner Discussion with Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters

    Speech  –  February 10, 2015

    Ottawa, Ontario, Tuesday, February 10, 2015 Thank you for inviting me to say a few words at this important gathering. I understand your discussions this evening will centre on identifying priorities for the development and adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies. And your overall objective? ...

  • Order of Canada Investiture Ceremony

    Speech  –  February 13, 2015

    Rideau Hall, Friday, February 13, 2015 My wife, Sharon, and I are very pleased to welcome you to Rideau Hall, the home of the people of Canada. As I stand before you today and see assembled so many great leaders, innovators and change-makers, someone who is not with us is called sharply to mind. Jos...

  • Opening of the 2015 Canada Winter Games

    Message  –  February 13, 2015

    February 13, 2015 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of the Opening of the 2015 Canada Winter Games OTTAWA— I am delighted to have this opportunity to mark the opening of the 2015 Canada Winter Games. Being held in Prince George, British Columbia, this celebration of youth, ...

  • 50th Anniversary of the National Flag of Canada

    Speech  –  February 15, 2015

    Ottawa, Sunday, February 15, 2015 Fifty years ago this very day—February 15th, 1965—thousands of Canadians gathered on Parliament Hill to watch as our country’s flag was hoisted high and flew for the first time in the skies over Canada. General the Right Honourable Georges P. Vanier was one of those...

  • 50th Anniversary of the National Flag of Canada

    Message  –  February 15, 2015

    February 15, 2015 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the Occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the National Flag of Canada OTTAWA— Fifty years ago this very day—February 15, 1965—thousands of Canadians gathered on Parliament Hill to watch as...

  • Virtual Address on the Occasion of the Qikiqtani Regional Teachers’ Conference

    Speech  –  February 19, 2015

    Ottawa, Ontario, Thursday, February 19, 2015 I am delighted to extend to you a “virtual” greeting from Ottawa on the occasion of the Qikiqtani Regional Teachers’ Conference. When I was asked to say a few words of encouragement to this gathering, I gladly accepted—and for one simple reason: because I...