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Governor General Mary May Simon — Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary May Simon

Governor General Mary May Simon is laying a wreath at the base of the National Aboriginal Veterans Monument. Feathers are visible on the left side of the photo. Trees and a small crowd wearing masks are visible in the background. — Annual Ceremony of Remembrance for Indigenous Veterans

Closeup of flags. — Presentation of Letters of Credence

Photos of medals to be presented during the mixed honours awards ceremony at Rideau Hall. — Governor General Honoured Remarkable Canadians at Rideau Hall

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The crest of the Arms of Canada. The crest consists of a gold lion wearing the Royal Crown and holding in its right paw a red maple leaf. The lion stands on a wreath of the official colours of Canada. — Installation Speech

Newly appointed governor general Mary May Simon does an inspection of the Guards. — Installation Day of Canada’s 30th Governor General

Ms. May Simon is sitting at a computer having a virtual conversation with Her Majesty the Queen visible on the screen. — First Audience with Her Majesty The Queen

View of driveway leading up to Rideau Hall. Trees in bloom on either side. — The Grounds of Rideau Hall: Opening Hours

Person wearing headphones using a laptop. — Book an Online Guided Tour

Entrance to the Citadelle. Sign above reads Gouverneur Général. — Visit the Residence of the Governor General at the Citadelle