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Message from the Governor General of Canada on the passing of the Honourable Donald H. Oliver
Message – September 18, 2025
The Honourable Donald H. Oliver’s passing marks the loss of a true Canadian visionary who broke down barriers of systemic racism.
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Letters of Credence Ceremony
Speech – September 24, 2025
Welcome to our new heads of mission from Belgium, Haiti, Norway, Ukraine, India and Serbia.
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Opening of the Qikiqtait exhibition and celebration for Polar Knowledge at the Canadian Museum of Nature
Speech – September 24, 2025
Across Canada, organizations are recognizing Indigenous knowledge as a vital part of science—colleges, universities, research centres, businesses, institutions and governmental organizations like Polar Knowledge Canada.
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Opening of the Qikiqtait exhibition and celebration for Polar Knowledge at the Canadian Museum of Nature
Official Activity – September 24, 2025
Governor General Mary Simon had the honour of delivering remarks at the “Qikiqtait: Where Inuit Knowledge and Innovation Come Together" premiere.
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National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
Speech – September 30, 2025
In 2010, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission sparked a national awakening, as Survivors bravely shared their truths about residential schools.
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Meeting with the Taoiseach of Ireland
Official Activity – September 25, 2025
Governor General Mary Simon welcomed His Excellency Micheál Martin, Taoiseach of Ireland, to Rideau Hall.
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Meeting with the President of the Republic of Indonesia
Official Activity – September 24, 2025
Governor General Mary Simon welcomed His Excellency Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, to Rideau Hall.
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation commemorative events
Official Activity – September 29, 2025
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by taking part in various events that foster dialogue and deepen understanding of the history and enduring impacts of the residential school system.
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Message from the Governor General on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Message – September 30, 2025
This year marks an important turning point in our history, as it is the 10th anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Final Report.
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Message from the Governor General on Police and Peace Officers’ National Memorial Day
Message – September 28, 2025
Today, let us honour the police and peace officers who gave their lives to protect their communities and their fellow Canadians.
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Gathering on the occasion of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Speech – September 29, 2025
Ten years ago, hundreds of children and youth, along with residential school Survivors, gathered here on the grounds of Rideau Hall, to plant paper hearts.
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Survivors' Flag Raising Ceremony
Speech – October 1, 2025
Today, as we raise this flag, we remember the Indigenous children who were sent to residential schools and never came home.
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Military honours ceremony
Official Activity – October 6, 2025
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, recognized 43 individuals whose exceptional acts of bravery and deeds during military duties have brought honour to our country.
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Meritorious Service Decorations and Decoration for Bravery
Speech – October 6, 2025
It is an honour to present you these Meritorious Service Decorations and Decoration for Bravery.
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Message from the Governor General on the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQI+ People
Message – October 4, 2025
Every day, families, friends and members of Indigenous communities mourn the loss of sisters, mothers, loved ones and children who have gone missing or whose lives have been violently cut short or forever changed.
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Governor General's Symposium on Mental Health
Official Activity – October 8, 2025
The Governor General's Mental Health Learning and Listening tour culminated in a Symposium at the Citadelle in Québec.
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Special Olympics Canada reception
Official Activity – October 21, 2025
Governor General Simon proudly delivered remarks at the Special Olympics Canada reception.
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on World Mental Health Day
Message – October 10, 2025
On this World Mental Health Day, I encourage all Canadians to treat their mental health with the same importance they give their physical health.
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Governor General congratulates Canadian Peter Howitt on winning the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences
Message – October 14, 2025
On behalf of all Canadians, I offer my heartfelt congratulations to Canadian Peter Howitt on being recognized with the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences, alongside his fellow laureates.