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OTTAWA, Ontario—This summer, members of the public are invited to discover Rideau Hall, a national historic site set in an idyllic urban oasis located only a few minutes from downtown Ottawa and Gatineau.

OTTAWA, Ontario—Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 85 new appointments to the Order of Canada, including 3 Companions, 22 Officers and 60 Members. One appointment is a promotion within the Order.

OTTAWA, Ontario—On September 29, 2023, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will host Learning and Healing Through Art, a special intergenerational discussion with a residential school Survivor, an artist and local youth on the importance of the National Day fo...

OTTAWA, Ontario—Calling all young witches, vampires, ghosts, spiders and other spooky beings. As part of a long-standing tradition, members of the public are invited to join in the fun and frights of Rideau HALLoween.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, invites members of the public to sign the book of condolences following the death of Her Majesty the Queen.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, invested the following Canadians into the Order of Canada during private investiture ceremonies in London, England, while attending Queen Elizabeth II’s State funeral.

REYKJAVIK, Iceland—Today, Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser completed a working visit to Iceland on the occasion of the Arctic Circle Assembly.

The Office of the Secretary to the Governor General is pleased to present the coat of arms of Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada.

Members of the public are invited to take part in a series of memorable summertime events at Rideau Hall. From the well-loved Relief of the Sentries and classical music concerts, to literacy and Indigenous art activities, there are plenty of free events to entertain and inspire visitors of all ages.

The public is invited to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR) by learning more about Indigenous cultures and traditions during reconciliation-focused events at Rideau Hall.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, is releasing the report Fostering Respect in a Digital World on Digital Citizen Day to share key takeaways from the Governor General’s Symposium: Building a Safe and Respectful Digital World.

Attention all brave explorers, whimsical spirits and curious souls! As part of our beloved tradition, we invite you to uncover the mysteries of Rideau HALLoween, where long-whispered tales of hauntings may finally come to life.

This summer, members of the public are invited to explore Rideau Hall, a national historic site set in an idyllic urban oasis located only a few minutes from downtown Ottawa and Gatineau.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, is pleased to announce that His Majesty King Charles III approved the new design for the Great Seal of Canada during his recent Royal Visit.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, has made 83 new appointments to the Order of Canada, including 2 Companions, 19 Officers and 62 Members.

The grounds of Rideau Hall will echo with the sweet strains of chamber music July 26 and 27, 2025, as Ottawa Chamberfest returns to the Royal Grove for some relaxing afternoon performances. Guests are welcome to bring their own chairs or blankets and relax in the shade with an interlude of live musi...

This fall, Rideau Hall is offering an exciting roster of programming that promises something special for visitors from near and far.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, was pleased to present the inaugural awards of King Charles III Coronation Medals to lieutenant governors and territorial commissioners.

Members of the public are invited to take part in a series of memorable summertime events at Rideau Hall. From the well-loved Relief of the Sentries and classical music concerts in the Royal Grove, to literacy and Indigenous art activities, there are plenty of free events to entertain and inspire vi...

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 83 new appointments to the Order of Canada, including one Companion, 16 Officers, two Honorary Officers and 64 Members.