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January 30, 2017 Message from the Governor General of CanadaFollowing the Attack on a Mosque in the City of Québec OTTAWA?Yesterday’s shooting in the City of Québec was a terrible tragedy. My wife Sharon and I offer our deepest condolences to all those affected by this horrific attack and extend our...

February 1, 2017 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Black History Month OTTAWA— Each year, in February, we celebrate Black History Month and enrich our understanding and appreciation of Black history, an intrinsic part of the great experience that is Canada. We are among ...

February 6, 2017 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of the Sapphire Jubilee of The Queen’s Accession to the Throne OTTAWA—On behalf of all Canadians, I am delighted to convey warm greetings to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and to all the people of the Commonwealth on the hi...

March 8, 2017 Message from the Governor General on the Occasion of International Women’s Day OTTAWA—Canadian women play a vital role in every aspect of our society, yet all too often, they continue to be underrepresented and undervalued. International Women’s Day is an opportunity to highlight the p...

March 13, 2017 Message from the Governor General on the Occasion of Commonwealth Day OTTAWA— As The Queen’s representative in Canada, I am proud of our many contributions within the Commonwealth and of the part we are playing in trying to build a harmonious global environment. It has been 150 years ...

March 20, 2017 Message from the Governor General on the Occasion of the Journée internationale de la Francophonie OTTAWA— Every year, March 20 marks the Journée internationale de la Francophonie. As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Canada, I am proud that our great nation is a member of the Int...

March 21, 2017 Message from the Governor General on the Occasion ofInternational Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination OTTAWA— On this International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, I am proud to highlight Canada’s enduring commitment to tolerance and inclusivity. We must...

April 9, 2017 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of the 100th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge VIMY, FRANCE—On this day a century ago, after months of careful planning and surveillance, through considerable innovations in tactics and technology, and after remarkable d...

April 9, 2017 Message from Her Majesty The Queen on the 100th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge OTTAWA—The Governor General of Canada wishes to share a message addressed to all Canadians from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, on the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. “Today, as peopl...

April 23, 2017 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of National Volunteer Week OTTAWA— From the outset of my mandate as governor general, I have had the pleasure and great privilege of having access to an extraordinary platform from which to promote the culture of giving and t...

April 23, 2017 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Holocaust Memorial Day OTTAWA—On this Holocaust Memorial Day, I believe we have a responsibility to take a moment to pause and reflect on one of the darkest chapters in human history. The rights and freedoms we enjoy today...

May 1, 2017 Message from Their Excellencies on the Occasion of Mental Health Week OTTAWA—Since the beginning of our mandate, we have made mental health a priority and have taken every opportunity to reduce the stigma that surrounds it. Mental Health Week is the ideal time to learn more about this im...

May 17, 2017 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of the 375th Anniversary of Montréal OTTAWA—Today, we celebrate a remarkable event in the history of Montréal: its 375th anniversary. My family and I lived in this great, vibrant multicultural city for nearly 20 years. My five ...

May 22, 2017 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Victoria Day OTTAWA— As governor general, I have the distinct honour of serving Canadians as The Queen’s representative in Canada. In 2017, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is celebrating her 91st birthday and the Sapphire Jub...

March 9, 2015 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston,Governor General of Canada, on the Occasion of Commonwealth Day OTTAWA— The Commonwealth is an integral part of our collective identity, and its history is deeply intertwined with that of Canada. Since her accession to the...

March 8, 2015 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the Occasion of International Women’s Day OTTAWA— International Women’s Day is an opportunity for us to celebrate how far we have come in achieving gender equality. Although great strides an...

March 7, 2015 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, Following the Death of Sergeant Andrew Joseph Doiron OTTAWA—My wife, Sharon, and I were deeply saddened to hear of the death of Sergeant Andrew Joseph Doiron of the Canad...

March 20, 2015 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of the Journée internationale de la Francophonie OTTAWA—Millions of people around the world are united by the French language, in which can be found a multitude of wonderful cultures and accents. The Journée internationale de...

March 21, 2015 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination OTTAWA—This year, the theme for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is “Learning from historical tragedies to combat racial ...

April 12, 2015 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of National Volunteer Week OTTAWA—Happy National Volunteer Week, Canada! I’m so proud to live in a nation of volunteers, of people who give generously for the greater good. One act at a time, Canada’s 12.7 million volunteers ...