On the occasion of his official visit to the Federative Republic of Brazil, from April 22 to 28, 2012, Governor General David Johnston met with president of the Federative Republic of Brazil Dilma Vana Rousseff at the Planalto Palace in Brasilia, Brazil. Johnston and Rousseff discussed future partnerships in the fields of education, innovation, science … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston will conduct an official visit to the Federative Republic of Brazil, from April 22 to 28; a working visit to Barbados, on April 29 and 30; and a State visit to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, on May 1 and 2, 2012. Johnston said Canada and … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on National Volunteer Week in Canada. Johnston said that National Volunteer Week in Canada is an opportunity for all Canadians to celebrate volunteers, to honour their efforts and to reflect on what it means to give. Johnston added that Canada is a caring country; Canadians give generously of … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Johnston said that Canadians are fortunate to live in a multicultural society, where diversity is both a source of great strength and the foundation of Canada's national identity. Johnston added that and yet, as those … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of the Journée internationale de la Francophonie. Johnston said that he was delighted to join with all Canadians, as well as with Francophones the world over, in celebrating the Journée internationale de la Francophonie, the theme of which this year is “Le français est une … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of Commonwealth Day. Johnston said that the roots of Commonwealth Day are firmly planted in Canadian soil: in 1894, the Royal Colonial Society suggested 'Empire Day' be celebrated across the country. Johnston added that this national occasion was so well-received, other countries took up the … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of International Women's Day. Johnston said that as Canadians celebrate International Women's Day, the country should look back on the efforts made by grandmothers and mothers to secure a better future for their daughters and for all of society. Johnston added that Canada honours women … Read more
Leader of the Government in the Senate Marjory LeBreton issued a statement to pay tribute to Conservative Nova Scotia Senator Fred Dickson who passed away. LeBreton said she was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Dickson after a courageous battle with cancer. LeBreton said his kindness and devotion to helping others will be … Read more
Governor General David Johnston issued a statement on the occasion of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee. Johnston said that sixty years ago, Feb. 6, 1952, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II became Queen of Canada. Johnston added that as the representative of the Queen in Canada, he is deeply honoured, on behalf of all … Read more
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston announced that Rideau Hall's skating rink is now officially open to skaters for the winter season. The general public is invited to skate on Saturdays and Sundays, from noon to 5 p.m., without a reservation. The full release is available online. Call 613-991-4422.
