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  • Imagine a Canada Presentation Ceremony

    Speech  –  June 20, 2017

    Rideau Hall, Tuesday, June 20, 2017 I acknowledge that we are gathering on the traditional territory of the Algonquin people. This year marks the 150th anniversary of Confederation, but as you know the story of people in this land goes back much further in time. Today, we reflect upon our history an...

  • World Refugee Day

    Message  –  June 20, 2017

    June 20, 2017 Message from the Governor General of Canada on World Refugee Day OTTAWA—Canadians claim more than 200 ethnic origins and speak more than 200 languages. This diversity is our strength as a country, a fact understood by Canadians. When faced with the refugee crisis, we responded with com...