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Letter to Canadians from the Governor General
Message – January 15, 2025
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, shared a letter with Canadians. The letter captures the Governor General’s reflections on hope, reconciliation, respect and thoughtful discourse, and features Canadians’ reflections on hope.
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Message from the Governor General on the launch of the 2025 Bell Let’s Talk campaign
Message – January 22, 2025
This year, Bell Let’s Talk is highlighting a growing crisis: youth mental health.
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Message from the Governor General and Commander-in-Chief on the Passing of a Royal Canadian Navy Sailor
Message – January 27, 2025
It was with deep sadness that we learned of the Royal Canadian Navy sailor who tragically lost their life in a devastating accident in the Bedford Basin, Halifax on Friday, January 24, 2025.
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Message from the Governor General on International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Message – January 27, 2025
Eighty years ago, on January 27, 1945, the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp was liberated. More than one million people were sent to their deaths at this camp during the Holocaust.
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Message from the Governor General on the occasion of Black History Month
Message – February 1, 2025
For 30 years, Black History Month has celebrated the remarkable contributions of Black people to every aspect of Canadian life.
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on the occasion of the National Flag of Canada’s 60th anniversary
Message – February 15, 2025
Today, I join Canadians from coast to coast to coast in celebrating the 60th anniversary of the National Flag of Canada.
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Message from His Majesty The King to the people of Canada, celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the National Flag of Canada
Message – February 15, 2025
Today my wife and I join with Canadians across Canada and around the world to commemorate an important milestone—the 60th anniversary of the Canadian flag.
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on the third anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine
Message – February 24, 2025
It has been three years since Russia’s unconscionable, full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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Message from the Governor General on International Women’s Day
Message – March 8, 2025
Let us continue working together to break down systemic barriers, elevate women’s voices, and build a world where every woman and girl can achieve her full potential.
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Message from the Governor General on Commonwealth Day
Message – March 10, 2025
Commonwealth Day celebrates the enduring bonds that unite our diverse nations. This day is a moment to reflect on the strength we gain from working together in pursuit of a better future, and from addressing global challenges through co-operation and mutual respect.
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Message from the Governor General on International Day to Combat Islamophobia
Message – March 15, 2025
Today, I invite all Canadians to stand united against all forms of Islamophobia in our country. From harassment to hateful words online, the recent rise in hostility against Muslims is not only unacceptable and devastating for the victims and their families, but it also undermines our strength as a ...
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on the occasion of the Journée internationale de la Francophonie (International Day of La Francophonie)
Message – March 20, 2025
On this International Day of La Francophonie, I am happy to commemorate the rich linguistic and cultural heritage that French Canadians contribute to our diverse nation.
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Message – March 21, 2025
On this International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, I invite all Canadians to continue working towards a more inclusive, stronger society.
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Message from the Governor General on the occasion of National Indigenous Languages Day
Message – March 31, 2025
Today, I join Canadians in celebrating and honouring Indigenous languages.
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on the occasion of Sikh Heritage Month
Message – April 1, 2025
April marks the beginning of Sikh Heritage Month, and I am honoured to recognize the profound contributions of the Sikh community across Canada—home to the second-largest Sikh population in the world.
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on the 108th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge
Message – April 9, 2025
On Easter morning of 1917, Canadian troops answered the call of duty and demonstrated exceptional courage in the battlefields of Vimy Ridge in northern France, where they fought side by side to secure a victory that would echo through the ages
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Message from Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, following the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis
Message – April 21, 2025
Whit and I were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Pope Francis.
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Message from the Governor General on the Vancouver Tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Festival
Message – April 27, 2025
My husband, Whit and I extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims of the tragic attack that occurred at the Lapu Lapu Festival in Vancouver.
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Message from His Majesty The King on the Vancouver Tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Festival
Message – April 27, 2025
Both my wife and I were profoundly saddened to learn of the dreadful attack and utterly tragic loss of life in Vancouver, which took place as the Filipino community came together to mark the celebration of one of their most special festivals.