Visit to Tuktoyaktuk
The Governor General experienced dogsledding in Inuvik.
Wed, 04/16/2008 - 12:00 Sgt Eric Jolin, Rideau Hall Dogsledding
Upon her arrival to the Tuktoyaktuk Airport, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, met with Brigadier-General Ms. Chris Whitecross and MLA of Nunakput Mr. Jackie Jacobson.
Wed, 04/16/2008 - 12:00 Sgt Eric Jolin, Rideau Hall GG & BGen Whitecross and Mr Jackie Jacobsen
The Governor General was also welcomed by the Mayor of Tuktoyaktuk His Worship Mervin Gruben.
Wed, 04/16/2008 - 12:00 Sgt Eric Jolin, Rideau Hall GG & Mayor
While inspecting the Ranger and Canadian Junior Ranger Guard at the Tuktoyaktuk Airport, the Governor General took the time to speak with some of its members.
Wed, 04/16/2008 - 12:00 Sgt Eric Jolin, Rideau Hall GG & Ranger
The Governor General stopped to visit a small Church in Tuktoyaktuk during a guided tour of the Hamlet.
Wed, 04/16/2008 - 12:00 Sgt Eric Jolin, Rideau Hall Lady of Lord Church
The Governor General took part in cultural performances presented at the Community Gathering at Kitti Hall, where a demonstration of Arctic sports and a craft display were also part of the festivities.
Wed, 04/16/2008 - 12:00 Sgt Eric Jolin, Rideau Hall Community Gathering
The Govneror General with dancers and drummers who performed at the Community Gathering.
Wed, 04/16/2008 - 12:00 Sgt Eric Jolin, Rideau Hall GG & Dancers - Drummers
The Governor General visited the Tuk Youth Centre where she felt it was important to sit down and have a discussion with the youth attending the centre.
Wed, 04/16/2008 - 12:00 Sgt Eric Jolin, Rideau Hall Youth Centre-2
The Governor General with young boys and girls from the Tuk Youth Centre.
Wed, 04/16/2008 - 12:00 Sgt Eric Jolin, Rideau Hall Youth Centre-1