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For a century, members of the R.C.A.F. have demonstrated dedication, professionalism and commitment to our country. You have also been an integral part of our history. From the daring pilots and aircrew of the First and Second World Wars … through deployments to the Persian Gulf; Aviano, Italy; and ...

As commander-in-chief, I am grateful for the dedication and courage of our Canadian Armed Forces’ members. This year, we are also marking several milestones, including the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy and the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force. These occasions ...

As we celebrate Pride Month, we come together to honour the resilient, vibrant and diverse identities of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Pride Month is also a time to reflect on the progress we have made towards equality, to recognize the challenges that remain, and to reaffirm our commitment to fostering ...

During National Indigenous History Month, I encourage all Canadians to listen to the rich and culturally diverse stories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Learning about Canada’s full history is an act of reconciliation.

Canadian Environment Week is a reminder that we need to take action to protect and preserve our planet for future generations. Across Canada and around the world, we are seeing the impacts of climate change. There has been an increase in extreme weather events, such as melting ice and warming waters...

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will present the 2024 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards (GGPAA) during a ceremony at Rideau Hall on June 7, 2024. She will then deliver remarks at the GGPAA Gala at the National Arts Centre (NAC), in Ottawa, the foll...

Today, across the country and around the world, we are marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy. This was an important moment in our history—a battle that helped turn the tide of the Second World War. But the cost of war is high. Too many died and too many others came home wi...

I am honoured to be here in New Brunswick to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy. Canadians across the country are marking this important milestone. We all understand how important this moment was in our history.

I am so pleased to be here with you to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force. We have come together not only to honour the past, but also to recognize the remarkable achievements of those who currently serve in the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Welcome all of you to Rideau Hall for this presentation of the Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards.

I am delighted to be here with all of you, gathered on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people, to celebrate the performing arts.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will present the 2023 Michener Awards for meritorious public service journalism, the 2024 Michener-Deacon Fellowship for Investigative Journalism and Michener-L. Richard O’Hagan Fellowship for Journalism Educational and Mich...

National Indigenous Peoples Day is a powerful reminder of the resilience, strength and enduring spirit of Indigenous communities.

Your stories create dialogue and understanding. They also shine a spotlight on different perspectives.

Members of the public are invited to take part in a series of memorable summertime events at Rideau Hall. From the well-loved Relief of the Sentries and classical music concerts in the Royal Grove, to literacy and Indigenous art activities, there are plenty of free events to entertain and inspire vi...

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will take part in an art activity with schoolchildren to launch the Honouring Memories, Planting Dreams heart garden at Rideau Hall.

Members of the media are invited to Rideau Hall to cover the presentation of credentials of three new heads of mission to Canada.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will be joined by Métis artist Christi Belcourt for a photo opportunity to mark the exhibition of Honouring My Spirit Helpers at Rideau Hall.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 83 new appointments to the Order of Canada, including one Companion, 16 Officers, two Honorary Officers and 64 Members.

Today’s ceremony is a reminder that we are here to build bridges, exchange ideas, explore avenues for co-operation and keep the channels of communication open.