Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston will attend the Canadian Olympic Hall of Fame Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony hosted by the Canadian Olympic Committee. His excellency will address Canadian athletes and acknowledge their great performances at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The full press release is available online. Call 613-998-0287.
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston issued a message of condolence following the passing of Peter Lougheed. Johnston said that Lougheed served his province and his country with extraordinary dedication for many years. Johnston added that he was passionately committed to the public good and continued to work for and on behalf of Albertans … Read more
Governor General David Johnston congratulated lieutenant-general Thomas J. Lawson for his appointment as the chief of Defence Staff of the Canadian Forces. Johnston said Lawson has had a long and decorated career with the forces and continues to bring great honour to Canada in his current role as deputy commander of the North American Aerospace Defense … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of National Acadian Day. Johnston said Acadians formed the first French colony established within the borders of the vast and majestic land that would one day become Canada. Johnston added that the remarkable resilience that they have shown throughout their history has helped to make … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of International Youth Day. Johnston said the theme the United Nations has chosen this year, 'Building a better world by partnering with youth,' fits perfectly in line with the vision of a smarter, more caring nation that he holds so dear. The full release is … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement following his meeting with Canadian athletes at the Olympic Village. Johnston said he had the distinct pleasure of meeting Canada's country's top athletes during the Canadian Olympic Team Welcoming Ceremony in London's Olympic Village. Johnston added that he was so impressed and inspired by the athletes passion, their … Read more
Governor General David Johnston announced 70 new appointments to the Order of Canada. The new appointees include 3 Companions, 25 Officers and 42 Members. These appointments were made on the recommendation of the Advisory Council for the Order of Canada. Recipients will be invited to accept their insignia at a ceremony to be held at … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of Canadian Multiculturalism Day. Johnston said he has always maintained that Canada's strength as a country lies in its diversity. Johnston added that Canadians celebrate the differences and the similarities that bind Canada together as a society, as well as all those who have worked … Read more
Governor General David Johnston was invested as a Knight of Justice in the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem and was installed as Prior of the Priory of Canada, in the presence of the Lord Prior of the Order, professor Anthony Mellows. The ceremony took place in the Senate Chamber, … Read more
Rideau Hall will soon display in its Ballroom artworks from Aboriginal artists Carl Beam, George Clutesi, Alex Janvier and Daphne Odjig. Androgyny-by the late Ojibway artist Norval Morrisseau (1931-2007)-an important work that is a testimony to the richness of Aboriginal culture and traditions, with its beautiful colours and its profound symbolism, has been on display … Read more
