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Message from the Governor General on Black History Month
Message – February 1, 2026
Black History Month is a time to honour the culture and achievements of Black Canadians who, every day, continue to make remarkable contributions to Canadian life.
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Order of Military Merit Ceremony
Official Activity – February 19, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, invested 2 Commanders (C.M.M.), 10 Officers (O.M.M.) and 34 Members (M.M.M.) into the Order of Military Merit at a ceremony at Rideau Hall.
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Governor General honours remarkable achievements at Rideau Hall
Official Activity – March 19, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, presided over a presentation of Canadian honours during a ceremony at Rideau Hall.
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Decorations for Bravery
Official Activity – March 26, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, presented 31 Decorations for Bravery during a ceremony at Rideau Hall.
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Visit to Norway, Denmark and Greenland
Official Activity – February 2, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, travelled to the Kingdom of Norway from February 2 to 4, 2026. From February 4 to 7, 2026, the Governor General travelled to the Kingdom of Denmark including Greenland.
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Rising Voices-Indigenous Women Leading Arctic Transformation
Speech – February 3, 2026
More than ever, we need to remind the world how essential co-operation is, and how crucial it is to make space for the voices and perspectives of people from the North, especially Indigenous women.
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Itinerary for the Governor General’s visit to Norway
Media Advisory – January 31, 2026
Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will travel to the Kingdom of Norway from February 2 to 4, 2026, to take part in the Arctic Frontiers Conference in Tromsø, and meet with Their Majesties King Harald V and Queen Sonja, as well as His ...
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Arctic Frontiers 2026: Turn of the Tide
Speech – February 3, 2026
Life in the Arctic is shaped by the relationships that have bound Indigenous communities together for generations.
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on the passing of Catherine O’Hara
Message – January 30, 2026
It is with profound sadness that my husband, Whit, and I learned of the passing of Catherine O’Hara, a cultural trailblazer and acting legend whose creative genius helped define the Canadian artistic consciousness.
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Message from the Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada on the repatriation of Gunner Sebastian Halmagean
Message – February 3, 2026
My husband, Whit, joins me in expressing our sorrow over the passing of Canadian Armed Forces Gunner Sebastian Halmagean, who died while serving in Operation REASSURANCE at Camp Labrie, on Ceri Military base, Latvia, on January 29, 2026.
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Investiture of the Order of Military Merit - February 19, 2026
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Please note that the information below reflects the rank and posting of the appointees at the time of their appointment to the Order of Military Merit. Commanders Major-General Martin Gros-Jean, C.M.M., C.D. Assistant Deputy Minister (Infrastructure and Environment) Ottawa, Ontario Commodore Jacques...
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Itinerary for the Governor General’s visit to Denmark
Media Advisory – February 3, 2026
Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will travel to the Kingdom of Denmark, from February 4 to 5, 2026.
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Photos – February 3, 2026
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Updated itinerary for the Governor General’s visit to Greenland
Media Advisory – February 4, 2026
Due to a flight delay, the Governor General’s itinerary in Greenland has been revised. Please see the revised timing below for the arrival in Nuuk and the Official Opening and Flag-Raising Ceremony.
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Annual Winter Celebration at Rideau Hall
Media Advisory – February 5, 2026
Members of the media are invited to cover this year’s Winter Celebration, a vibrant tapestry of winter traditions held on the grounds of Rideau Hall.
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Canada-hosted reception celebrating Canada-Greenland ties
Speech – February 6, 2026
The opening of this consulate not only strengthens our diplomatic relations. It also reinforces Canada’s respect for the people of Greenland: respect for your democracy, your sovereignty and your right to shape your own future.
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UPDATE: EVENT CANCELLED AT RIDEAU HALL - Governor General to take part in Inuit Nunangat University announcement
Media Advisory – February 10, 2026
Please note that in light of the tragic events in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, the Governor General’s schedule has been suspended.
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Message from the Governor General on the Tumbler Ridge Shooting
Message – February 11, 2026
My husband, Whit, and I are devastated by the news of the school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. Our deepest condolences go to the families of the victims of this senseless violence, and to the entire community.