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Toronto, Ontario, Friday, June 19, 2015 Where were you in 1967? I see a few fresh faces out there. You’re too young to remember that special year. I also see some people here today with grey hair like mine. Most of you must remember 1967. I sure do. During Canada’s centennial year, I was a law profe...

Toronto, Ontario, Friday, June 19, 2015 What a magnificent gathering of artists and artistic supporters! No matter what you bring to the arts, each of you has a deep understanding of their importance to our national identity. I’ve already seen some amazing pieces of art and fantastic performances he...

June 21, 2015 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of National Aboriginal Day OTTAWA—National Aboriginal Day is an opportunity to recognize the rich cultural heritage of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis, as well as their significant contributions to this great country. Recen...

June 24, 2015 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day OTTAWA— I am delighted to extend greetings to everyone celebrating Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day today. In Quebec and in communities right across this country, festive traditions have taken root in the for...

Guelph, Ontario, Thursday, June 25, 2015 Thank you all for being here. For a number of reasons, this is a remarkable occasion. It’s remarkable that we gather to dedicate this statue one hundred years after John McCrae wrote “In Flanders Fields.” It’s remarkable that a poem written near the front lin...

Guelph, Ontario, Thursday, June 25, 2015 What a pleasure it is to be with you in Guelph—truly one of this country’s smartest, most caring communities. The evidence for that is right here in this room. The kind of excellence shown by this evening’s award recipients is a big part of the reason why thi...

Rideau Hall, Friday, June 26, 2015 CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY It’s a pleasure to welcome all of you to Rideau Hall for this special ceremony. Today, we present both the Meritorious Service Decorations and the Decorations for Bravery to members of the Canadian Armed Forces, as well as to members of the U...

Rideau Hall, Saturday, June 27, 2015 Welcome all of you to this spectacular display of pageantry, precision and colour. What a magnificent way to kick off the summer! The Ceremonial Guard is once again ready to take up their positions here at Rideau Hall, on Parliament Hill and at the Tomb of the Un...

June 27, 2015 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Canadian Multiculturalism Day OTTAWA— Canada has been called an experiment in diversity and multiculturalism. Our country stands as an undeniable proof that people from around the world can live together in harmony. This, I...

July 1st, 2015 Canada Day Message OTTAWA— Happy Canada Day, everyone! As governor general, I regularly meet with kind, generous and talented Canadians from coast to coast to coast. I’d like to take this opportunity to call on all Canadians to use their unique talents to give back to Canada—not just ...

Ottawa, Ontario, Wednesday, July 1st, 2015 Isn’t it great that we’re all gathered under this maple leaf flag, created 50 years ago?! Each of us, including our women and men in uniform, stands on guard for this flag! I’ve met many people from coast to coast to coast who are giving back to this countr...

Whitehorse, Yukon, Monday, July 6, 2015 I’d like to start by acknowledging that this gathering is taking place on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün and Ta’an Kwäch’än First Nations. What a pleasure it is for Sharon and me to be here today for this historic opening. This truly is a wonderf...

Inaugural Presentation Ceremony of the Polar Medal

Toronto, Ontario, Sunday, May 31, 2015 Thank you for your warm welcome, and thanks to all of you for being here. And to those who have travelled to Canada’s financial capital from abroad, welcome! This annual gathering is a valuable opportunity for you to share ideas and experiences, and to work tog...

Toronto, Ontario, Friday, July 10, 2015 Good morning, everyone! Thank you for inviting me to speak to such a wonderful audience. And a special welcome to all of you who have come from across Latin America to attend this conference. I have such a strong, personal connection to Latin America, and I’m ...

Ottawa, Ontario, Friday, July 17, 2015 This is an important day for our Canadian Armed Forces. The change of command ceremony is a key moment in our military’s history. It signals a passing of the torch from one leader to another. Today, we bid a grateful farewell to outgoing Chief of the Defence St...

August 15, 2015 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of National Acadian Day OTTAWA—I am delighted to mark National Acadian Day. I believe that different cultures, languages and traditions enrich our nation tremendously. For hundreds of years, Canada has benefited from the uni...

Rideau Hall, Friday, August 21, 2015 What can I say about that My Giving Moment video we just saw, ladies and gentlemen?! It was a rare opportunity to indulge my inner rock star, really let my hair down and get hooked on giving! All thanks to the magic of motion pictures! And of course, that’s why w...

Rideau Hall, Saturday, August 22, 2015 What can I say about that My Giving Moment video we just saw, ladies and gentlemen?! It was a nice opportunity to indulge my inner rock star, really let my hair down and get hooked on giving! All thanks to the magic of motion pictures! And of course, that’s why...

September 2, 2015 Message from the Governor General on the Occasion of the 70th Anniversary of the End of the Second World War OTTAWA—As commander-in-chief of Canada, I have the utmost respect for the men and women who have served or are currently serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. As we mark the...