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July 1, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Canada Day OTTAWA—On this Canada Day, my wife, Sharon, and I hope all Canadians will enjoy time with family and friends. This is, after all, such a wonderful nation to celebrate. Throughout the year, we have connected with p...

June 27, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Canadian Multiculturalism Day OTTAWA—Four decades have passed since Canada became the world’s first country to officially adopt a policy on multiculturalism. In that time, we have grown as a nation, and our diversity has be...

July 6, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of the Commemoration of the Lac-Mégantic Tragedy OTTAWA—One year ago today, the town of Lac-Mégantic was devastated by a catastrophe of unimaginable proportions. In the weeks and months that followed, its citizens banded togeth...

August 4, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of the 100th Anniversary of the Beginning of the First World War OTTAWA— It is a solemn responsibility for me to mark the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the First World War. When war broke out in Europe in August 1914,...

August 15, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of National Acadian Day OTTAWA—It gives me great pleasure to celebrate National Acadian Day! Acadians settled in Canada over 400 years ago. Against all odds, those brave men and women attempted the journey and crossed the oc...

October 5, 2014 Message from Their Excellencies the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, and Mrs. Sharon Johnston on the Occasion of Mental Illness Awareness Week OTTAWA—Mental Illness Awareness Week, coordinated by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health, g...

October 18, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Persons Day OTTAWA—On October 18, 1929, thanks to their intellectual competency and their determination, Emily Murphy, Nellie McClung, Irene Parlby, Louise McKinney and Henrietta Muir Edwards won the long legal battle th...

October 23, 2014 Message from Her Majesty The Queen Following the Tragedy in Ottawa OTTAWA—As Governor General of Canada, I would like to share a message addressed to all Canadians from Her Majesty The Queen following the tragedy in Ottawa. “Prince Philip and I were shocked and saddened by the event...

October 28, 2014 Message from the Governor General as Corporal Cirillo is Laid to Rest YPRES—On this day when we lay Corporal Nathan Cirillo to rest, my wife Sharon and I join with all Canadians in mourning and in gratitude for those who stand guard for our nation. Each day in Canada, we ask members...

November 15, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of National Philanthropy Day OTTAWA—Every one of us has resources at our disposal that allow us to contribute to the common good. Philanthropy is expressed every day through a multitude of concrete actions, be they simple ...

November 11, 2014 Message from Her Majesty The Queen on the Occasion of Remembrance Day OTTAWA— Here is the message from Her Majesty The Queen on the Rededication of the National War Memorial in Ottawa, as delivered by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal during the Remembrance Day ceremony: “Seven...

November 20, 2014 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the occasion of National Child Day OTTAWA— Sharon and I profoundly believe that there is nothing in this world more precious than children. Their happiness is vital to that of society as...

November 30, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean Becoming Secretary General of the International Organisation of La Francophonie OTTAWA?My wife, Sharon, and I extend our warmest congratulations to the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, who will lead ...

December 3, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Passing of Jean Béliveau BOGOTA?Canada has lost a great champion with the passing of Jean Béliveau. He was graceful and powerful, both on and off the ice. He set new standards of excellence in how we play hockey and set compelling s...

October 21, 2014 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, on the Death of Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent OTTAWA—It is with great sadness that Sharon and I learned of the senseless act that took the life of Warrant Officer Pa...

October 22, 2014 Statement from the Governor General of Canada Following the Recent Tragedy in Ottawa Together with all of Canada, Sharon and I are shocked and deeply saddened to learn of today's attacks. At this most difficult time, we wish to express our deepest sympathies to the family of the Can...

December 5, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canadaon the Occasion of International Volunteer Day BOGOTÁ—As we celebrate International Volunteer Day, I am delighted to recognize the wonderful work of volunteers and supporters who, in their community, province or abroad, are giving of their ...

December 6, 2014 Message from the Governor General on the Occasion of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women MEDELLÍN—December 6, 1989, is a dark day in our nation’s history. Although 25 years have passed since 14 young women were murdered at Polytechnique Montréal, the...

December 29, 2014 Governor General of Canada's New Year's Message Happy New Year, Canada! This is a special time of year, when we pause, take stock of where we’ve been, and look ahead to the coming year. For Canada, 2014 was a year of great celebration and commemoration. Canadians marked a number of...

December 24, 2014 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, to Members of the Canadian Armed Forces OTTAWA— As commander-in-chief of Canada, it gives me great pleasure to extend my best wishes for the holiday season to the sol...