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Message from the Governor General of Canada on International Women’s Day
Message – March 8, 2026
The United Nations’ 2026 theme for International Women’s Day calls upon the people of the world to protect and advance gender equality: Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL women and girls.
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Governor General to visit Italy, Vatican City and attend Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
Media Advisory – March 3, 2026
OTTAWA, Ontario—Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will undertake a visit to the Italian Republic and the Holy See, from March 5 to 8, 2026.
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Message from the Governor General on the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
Message – March 6, 2026
On behalf of all Canadians, it is my great honour to extend our nation’s best wishes to all our Paralympic athletes, as well as to their families, friends and coaches as we mark the opening of the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games.
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Message from the Governor General on Commonwealth Day
Message – March 9, 2026
The Commonwealth represents a beautiful diversity of cultures, languages and histories united by shared values of democracy, equality and peace. As a proud member, Canada remains committed to developing the bonds between our family of nations.
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Message from His Majesty The King on the occasion of Commonwealth Day
Message – March 9, 2026
We join together on this Commonwealth Day at a time of great challenge and great possibility. Across our world, communities and nations face the increasing pressures of conflict, climate change and rapid transformation. Yet it is often in such testing moments that the enduring spirit of the Commonwe...
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Governor General to support Canadian participants at the Whitehorse 2026 Arctic Winter Games
Media Advisory – March 11, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will travel to Whitehorse, Yukon, from March 13 to 15, 2026, to attend the Arctic Winter Games.
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Message from the Governor General on International Day to Combat Islamophobia
Message – March 15, 2026
As we observe International Day to Combat Islamophobia, we are reminded of our shared responsibility to stand together against hatred and discrimination in any form.
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Governor General to preside over a presentation of Canadian honours during a ceremony at Rideau Hall
Media Advisory – March 17, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will preside over a presentation of Canadian honours during a ceremony at Rideau Hall on March 19, 2026.
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Closing of the Arctic Winter Games
Speech – March 14, 2026
As an Inuk raised in Canada’s Arctic, it means so much to me to see participants from across the circumpolar world come together and show what we can achieve.
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Presentation Ceremony of Canadian Honours
Speech – March 19, 2026
Today, your names will be added to a long list of remarkable people who have helped shape our society.
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Photos – May 4, 2026
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Canada Day daytime ceremony
Speech – July 1, 2026
We are a country of seasons. Seasons of joy and sadness. Graduation season, wedding season, moving season, seasons for every rite of passage.
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Message from the Governor General on Canada Day
Message – July 1, 2026
The world is watching the country that we are building together.
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Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada to speak at the 100th anniversary of The Royal Canadian Legion
Media Advisory – July 15, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will participate in a commemorative ceremony recognizing the 100th anniversary of The Royal Canadian Legion, on July 17, at 10:30 a.m., at the National War Memorial, in Ottawa.
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Canada Day message
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Dear Canadians,
I am extremely happy, enthusiastic and particularly grateful to be celebrating my first Canada Day with you as governor general.
I have known Canada both up close and from afar.
Here at home, I’ve discovered a wealth of perspectives that are freely expressed—a space where people can innovate, explore and reinvent themselves.
And abroad, wherever I was working, I was always very proud to identify myself as Canadian.
The world is watching the country we are building together.
A country that shines in many spheres, yet is realistic about the challenges ahead: persistent inequalities and issues that still too often divide us.
We are a country always striving to do better. Our work towards reconciliation and amplifying Indigenous voices is a good example of this, one that has not gone unnoticed on the global stage.
This country is home to great artists, athletes, innovators and scientists, but also to thousands of citizens who reach out to others and demonstrate our common humanity, compassion and solidarity.
Each of you is helping to move Canada forward and shape our place in the world of tomorrow.
You inspire in me a sense of pride, ambition and confidence.
Whether you’re in a remote area, a big city, with family or with friends, let’s celebrate together what unites us, not despite our differences but through them: our ability to welcome others, our solidarity, our resources and our great potential.
Happy Canada Day!
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The Royal Canadian Legion 100 Years of Remembrance Commemorative Ceremony
Speech – July 17, 2026
For a century, The Royal Canadian Legion has supported our veterans during and beyond their years of service, while keeping their stories alive and paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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Message from the Governor General on the Wildfires Across Canada
Message – July 17, 2026
As devastating wildfires continue to impact thousands of people around the world, my thoughts are particularly with all Canadians who have been affected by this crisis.
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Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada to attend the Rendez-vous naval de Québec 2026
Media Advisory – July 23, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will take part in the opening ceremony of the Rendez-vous naval de Québec 2026, on the docks of the Port of Québec on July 24 at 10 a.m.
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Message from Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, Governor General of Canada, following the death of Oliver Jones
Message – July 23, 2026
The great jazz pianist Oliver Jones always carried us to another world, across a rich landscape of emotions and profound human experiences, through melodies imbued with freedom and a pure sense of wonder at life.
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Message from the Governor General on National Ribbon Skirt Day
Message – January 4, 2026
This Ribbon Skirt Day, let us all embrace and celebrate the diverse customs that add to the beauty of our nation.