Official Visit to Newfoundland and Labrador - Day 3
His Excellency expressed how honoured he was to be the first Governor General to visit Fogo Island.
Mon, 06/27/2011 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2011-0370-001
Their Excellencies were hosted by His Worship Gerard Foley, Mayor of the Town of Fogo Island.
Mon, 06/27/2011 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2011-0370-002
Upon his arrival to the official welcoming ceremony, His Excellency spoke with the Commander of the guard of honour composed of members of the Canadian Rangers.
Mon, 06/27/2011 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2011-0370-003
His Worship Gerard Foley, Mayor of the Town of Fogo Island, officially welcomed Their Excellencies to his hometown and invited the Governor General to say a few words.
Mon, 06/27/2011 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2011-0370-004
On the third day of their official visit, Their Excellencies travelled to the traditional Town of Fogo Island.
Mon, 06/27/2011 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2011-0374-001
Before leaving Fogo Island, His Excellency addressed participants from the Re.Mode Conference, hosted by the Fogo Island Arts Corporation. Community members from the Town of Fogo Island have united their efforts to revitalized their culture through the arts.
Mon, 06/27/2011 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2011-0375-002