Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of National Public Service Week. Johnston said as governor general he is aware of and grateful for the efforts made by members of the federal public service. Johnston added that the entire public service faces a time of considerable challenge, as organizations re-examine priorities and … Read more
Governor General David Johnston announced the awarding of one Meritorious Service Cross, nine Meritorious Service Medals and one Mention in Dispatches to members of the Chief of Defence Intelligence and the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command. The members were presented with their decorations during a private ceremony at Rideau Hall. The full release is available … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston joined Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) and witnessed the unveiling of The Queen's new portrait during a ceremony at Buckingham Palace. Johnston said him and Sharon are proud to honour Canada's Sovereign's sixty years of steadfast service with this fine work of art. The full release … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the Occasion of the central weekend to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Johnston said the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty The Queen is a celebration of a lifetime of committed service, steadfast loyalty, and true dedication, and it is also a celebration of Canada and its evolution. … Read more
On behalf of Governor General David Johnston, High Commissioner of Canada to Jamaica Stephen Hallihan presented the Medal of Bravery to Jubal Daley during a ceremony at the official residence of the high commissioner, in Kingston, Jamaica. Governor General of Jamaica Sir Patrick Allen and Lady Allen attended this ceremony. The full release is available … Read more
Governor General David Johnston announced the awarding and presentation of the Commander-in-Chief Unit Commendation to the 1st Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (United States Army). On behalf of the Governor General, Lieutenant-General Stuart Beare, Commander Canadian Expeditionary Force Command, presented this honour to the battalion during a ceremony at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, on May … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston concluded their State visit to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, where they marked 50 years of bilateral relations between the two Commonwealth countries and congratulated Trinidad and Tobago for celebrating its 50th anniversary of independence this year. In honour of 50 years of bilateral relations, Johnston … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the nomination of Canada's representative to The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust. Johnston said he would like to extend congratulations to former prime minister Jean Chretien on being named Canada's representative to The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust. Johnston added that as a former prime minister and … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston concluded their official visit to Brazil after a two-day visit in Sao Paulo. While there, the Johnston highlighted Canada's partnerships with Brazil and called upon both countries to collaborate in learning and innovation in the 21st century. Johnston delivered an address at the Sao Paulo Research Foundation, … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston concluded their two-day visit to Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. Johnston showcased Canada’s educational excellence in his opening address at the Conference of the Americas on International Education, where he led an impressive delegation of 30 university presidents from the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada. … Read more
