Official welcoming ceremony in Slovenia
At her arrival in Slovenia for a two-day visit, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, was officially welcomed at Brdo Castle by His Excellency Dr. Danilo Türk, President of the Republic of Slovenia.
Wed, 10/21/2009 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2009-0443-002
His Excellency Dr. Danilo Türk, President of the Republic of Slovenia, awaits the arrival of the governor general in front of Brdo Castle. The Castle is located near Ljubljana and is the main venue for official events.
Wed, 10/21/2009 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2009-0443-003
The governor general walked towards Brdo Castle alongside His Excellency Dr. Danilo Türk, President of the Republic of Slovenia, to meet dignitaries.
Wed, 10/21/2009 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2009-0443-008
The official welcoming ceremony was held with military honours.
Wed, 10/21/2009 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2009-0443-009
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, met with the Slovenian Delegation.
Wed, 10/21/2009 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2009-0443-012
Her Excellency also met with the Canadian Delegation. The President of Slovenia shook hands with Louise Parent, the wife of the Canadian Ambassador to Slovenia, Mr. Pierre Guimond.
Wed, 10/21/2009 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2009-0443-013
The Canadian delegates accompanying the governor general gathered in front of the entrance to Brdo Castle, located near Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Wed, 10/21/2009 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2009-443-030