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Governor General to undertake first official visit to Newfoundland and Labrador
Media Advisory – June 28, 2024
Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will undertake an official visit to Newfoundland and Labrador from June 29 to July 5, 2024.
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2024 Annual Beaumont-Hamel Commemorative Dinner
Speech – June 30, 2024
It is with great pride that I stand before you to recognize the history and the contributions of The Royal Newfoundland Regiment. This regiment holds a unique place in our nation's story, as the oldest regiment in all of Canada.
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Commemoration of Centennial of the Newfoundland National War Memorial
Speech – July 1, 2024
I am honoured to be here with you today to mark the 100th anniversary of the Newfoundland National War Memorial. Today, we also pay tribute to this unknown son of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Unknown Soldier who has finally returned home.
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Investiture as Honorary Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Coast Guard
Speech – July 2, 2024
I am delighted to be here today and to accept the position of honorary chief commissioner. For more than six decades, the members of the Canadian Coast Guard have protected our waters, and have ensured our safety and security.
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Governor General launches Mental Health Learning and Listening Tour
News Release – July 2, 2024
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, is launching a cross-country Mental Health Learning and Listening Tour.
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Message from the Governor General on the Announcement of the New Chief of the Defence Staff
Message – July 3, 2024
It is with great pleasure that I congratulate Lieutenant-General Jennie Carignan on being named the new chief of the Defence Staff.
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Glide into history on the Rideau Hall skating rink
News Release – January 8, 2024
Members of the public are invited to lace up their skates and enjoy the historical Rideau Hall skating rink this winter season.
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Governor General to take part in Rendez-Vous 25, a celebration of the Junior Canadian Ranger program
Media Advisory – January 10, 2024
OTTAWA, Ontario—Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will take part in activities related to Rendez-Vous 25 (RV25), a celebration to commemorate 25 years since the creation of the Junior Canadian Ranger (JCR) progr...
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Visit to Kuujjuaq – Rendez-Vous 25
Speech – January 13, 2024
I would like to thank my home community of Kuujjuaq for welcoming me back to our traditional land.
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Message from the Governor General on the passing of Mr. Ed Broadbent
Message – January 11, 2024
Today, I would like to pay tribute to Ed Broadbent, former leader of the New Democratic Party and founder of the Broadbent Institute
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Message from the Governor General on Bell Let’s Talk Day
Message – January 24, 2024
Today, on Bell Let’s Talk Day, we are reminded of the simple power that a single conversation can have.
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Family Fun at Rideau Hall’s Winter Celebration
News Release – January 24, 2024
Ottawa, ON—Come and explore the grounds of Rideau Hall with your family during Winter Celebration on February 3, 2024, from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. An afternoon of free activities, captivating performances and more than a few surprises will delight young and old alike, all set against the enchanting ba...
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State Visit to Canada of the President of the Slovak Republic
News Release – January 24, 2024
OTTAWA, Ontario – Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, is pleased to announce that Her Excellency Zuzana Čaputová, President of the Slovak Republic, and Mr. Juraj Rizman, will undertake a State visit to Canada from January 29 to February 1, 2024.
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Message from the Governor General on International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Message – January 27, 2024
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day we remember the victims of the Holocaust and of the campaign of anti-Semitism and racist doctrines that were at the root of this horrific period in the world’s history.
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The Honourable Andromache Karakatsanis, Deputy to the Governor General of Canada, to welcome the President of the Slovak Republic for a State visit
Media Advisory – January 29, 2024
OTTAWA, Ontario—On behalf of Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, Justice Karakatsanis, Deputy to the Governor General of Canada, will host a series of events on January 30, 2024, as part of the State visit of Her Excellency Zuzana Čaputová, President of the Sl...
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Message from the Governor General on the National Day of Remembrance of the Québec City Mosque Attack and Action against Islamophobia
Message – January 29, 2024
No community should be targeted because of its beliefs. Yet, six years ago today, that is exactly what happened when Canadians witnessed a horrible act of Islamophobia: a deadly shooting at a mosque in the City of Québec.
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State visit by the President of the Slovak Republic – Welcoming ceremony
Speech – January 30, 2024
I welcome Your Excellency Zuzana Čaputová, President of the Slovak Republic, and Mr. Juraj Rizman to Canada.
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State visit by the President of the Slovak Republic – State Dinner
Speech – January 30, 2024
I am honoured to welcome you, President Čaputová, and your partner, Mr. Juraj Rizman to Rideau Hall and to Canada.
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Join in Rideau Hall’s Winter Celebration
Media Advisory – February 2, 2024
OTTAWA, Ontario—The grounds of Rideau Hall will come alive during Winter Celebration. People of all ages will enjoy an unforgettable outdoor experience while taking part in over a dozen free activities, performances and a few surprises. This activity-filled afternoon will take place on the grounds o...
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Message from the Governor General on His Majesty The King’s Cancer Diagnosis
Message – February 5, 2024
My husband, Whit, and I join with all Canadians in sending our best wishes to His Majesty The King as he begins cancer treatment.