Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of Remembrance Day: “Each year on Remembrance Day, Canadians gather in cemeteries and at war memorials from coast to coast to coast. As the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month approaches, we stand together in solemn silence. November 11 … Read more
David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, presided over the swearing-in ceremony of the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Canada’s 23rd Prime Minister and the 30 members of the 29th Canadian ministry. Shortly before the swearing-in ceremony, the Governor General met with the Right Honourable Stephen Harper, who formally resigned as prime minister of Canada. Harper had already signalled … Read more
The speech given by Governor General David Johnston at the ceremony commemorating of the events of October 22, 2014 has been posted online.
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of Persons Day: “Thanks to the profound convictions and perseverance of five extraordinary Alberta women who long campaigned to have women recognized as persons, an important battle was won on October 18, 1929. On that day, women were constitutionally declared “persons,” making them eligible to be appointed to … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the Occasion of Citizenship Week. “Our society sets itself apart by its commitment to democracy, human rights and equality of opportunity. Regardless of our origin or ethnicity, we are all able to contribute in our own way to building the country of which we dream. I believe this … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of Mental Illness Awareness Week: “Whether it comes on as a sudden crisis or is an ongoing struggle that must be endured, mental illness can be terrifying. The simplest tasks become monumental; the day-to-day routine overwhelms. Far too many people suffer in … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement marking the Historic Reign of Her Majesty The Queen. “There are few people in the world who are as respected or admired as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II,” said Johnston. “Today, Her Majesty surpasses Queen Victoria as the longest-reigning sovereign in Canada’s modern era,” he said. “During these past … Read more
Message from the Governor General on the occasion of the 70th Anniversary of the end of the Second World War: As commander-in-chief of Canada, I have the utmost respect for the men and women who have served or are currently serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. As we mark the 70th anniversary of the end of … Read more
David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, Her Honour the Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, presented the insignia of Member of the Order of Canada to Mr. Jacques Israelievitch. The private ceremony took place in Toronto, Ontario. Mr. Israelievitch was appointed on May 7, 2015. More information is available online. David Johnston, Governor General … Read more
On behalf of Governor General David Johnston, Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, presented the insignia of Member of the Order of Canada to Jacques Israelievitch. The private ceremony took place in Toronto, Ont. Mr. Israelievitch was appointed on May 7, 2015. The full release is available online. Call 613-998-9166.
