Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston completed their State visit to Israel. With Canadian delegates from key sectors inline with the objectives of the visit, they have reaffirmed Canada’s role as a steadfast friend of Israel, and demonstrated its commitment to enhance bilateral relations and to uphold a two-state solution. “This visit showed the deep linkages … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston completed their State visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. This visit provided an opportunity for Canada to reaffirm its commitment to Jordan’s continued security and stability by collaborating in humanitarian and development assistance. A Canadian delegation of parliamentarians and civil society leaders helped reinforce these objectives. The … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued the following message on the occasion of Persons Day: “October 18 will always be an important date in Canadian history. It was on this day in 1929 that women were finally constitutionally recognized as “persons.” Because of the hard work of Emily Murphy, Louise McKinney, Irene Parlby, Nellie McClung and Henrietta Muir Edwards, Canadian women … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston issued a message following the death of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand: “Sharon and I were saddened today to learn of the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. King Bhumibol had a long and truly remarkable 70-year reign, during which he earned the deepest respect and devotion of … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued the following statement regarding Citizenship Week: “As governor general, I am honoured to preside over citizenship ceremonies, as new arrivals swear their oath and commit to the ideals of Canada. Our nation is known the world over as a welcoming place built on democracy, human rights and the rule of … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston issued the following statement: “On the occasion of Mental Illness Awareness Week, my wife, Sharon, and I are proud to add our voices to the ongoing dialogue on mental health. More than one in five people will be affected by mental illness in their lifetime, and certain symptoms can have … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued the following the statement on the passing of former Israeli President Shimon Peres: “Every so often, our lives are graced by the presence of truly remarkable individuals. They teach us invaluable lessons about compassion, fairness and generosity. They give us innumerable memories and a life of service that changes societies for the … Read more
Governor General David Johnston presented the insignia of Member of the Order of Canada to Eli Kassner during a ceremony at Baycrest Health Sciences Centre in Toronto, Ontario. Mr. Kassner was appointed on May 12, 2016. Musician and teacher Eli Kassner is known as the dean of classical guitarists in Canada and is one of the founders … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement: “Every so often, our lives are graced by the presence of a truly remarkable individual,” he said. “Their time with us, however brief it may be, changes us for the better. Mauril Bélanger was one such individual. As a proud champion of La Francophonie, a dedicated representative of his … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of National Acadian Day: “I am so pleased to mark National Acadian Day, a day celebrating a people that has faced adversity yet continues to thrive because of its rich and distinct culture, as vibrant today as ever. As the tintamarre gets underway, Acadians will proudly wave the Acadian flag, … Read more
