Governor General David Johnston invested Ronald J. Daniels as a Member of the Order of Canada. Johnston also presented the Meritorious Service Medal (Military Division) to Major Jessica Harmon and Colonel Jeffery Stewart, members of the United States Army. The full release is available online. Call 613-993-2569.
Governor General David Johnston issued the following message on the Occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid: “For Canadians, 2017 has been a year of commemoration. In addition to marking the 150th anniversary of our Confederation, we have commemorated the centennial of the Battles of Vimy Ridge and Passchendaele, and now, we commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Dieppe … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued the following statement on the Occasion of National Acadian Day: “Today, Acadians far and wide and coast to coast are proudly waving the tricoloured flag with its yellow star. As the tintamarres and festivities fill the air, the cultural vitality of a dynamic community will be on full display. With … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement: “For the past 50 years, the Canada Games have been bringing together the country’s top young athletes for a major multi-sport competition,” he said. “Over the next two weeks, young people from every province and territory will put their long hours of training to the test as they … Read more
Governor General David Johnston completed his official visit to the People’s Republic of China, from July 10 to 14, 2017, with stops in the cities of Chongqing, Guiyang and Beijing. “During this visit, I met with individuals and institutions from a broad cross-section of the Canada-China relationship and heard about their personal experiences of how bilateral … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued the following statement on the announcement of Canada’s 29th Governor General: “From Beijing, China, where I am currently undertaking an official visit with a delegation of distinguished Canadians, I am delighted to congratulate my successor, Ms. Julie Payette, on today’s announcement by Her Majesty The Queen and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, … Read more
Governor General David Johnston announced that Buckingham Palace has released a new photographic portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of Confederation and the Royal Tour to Canada by Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall. “Her Majesty has served Canada with steadfast devotion and remarkable … Read more
Governor General David Johnston announced 99 new appointments to the Order of Canada. The new member list includes 3 Companions (C.C.), 19 Officers (O.C.) and 77 Members (C.M.). Recipients will be invited to accept their insignia at a ceremony to be held at a later date. The full release is available online. Call 613-998-9166.
Governor General David Johnston issued the following statement on the Occasion of Canadian Multiculturalism Day: “In Canada, there is a place for everyone, and therein lie the strength and richness of our country. Canada’s commitment to diversity is anchored by a robust suite of legislation designed to combat discrimination and empower all Canadians to fully participate … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued the following message on the Occasion of Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day: “It is always a pleasure to mark Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, a day for Francophones and francophiles like me to celebrate, in myriad ways, a language, culture and heritage that are helping to shape who we are. In honour of the national holiday of … Read more
