Annual inspection of the Ceremonial Guard

June 22, 2019

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, presided over the annual Inspection of the Ceremonial Guard at Rideau Hall.

  • A guard stands at attention as the rest of the Ceremonial Guard make their way up the path towards Rideau Hall.
  • Ceremonial guards stands at attention in a straight line, ready for the inspection.
  • The Governor General, with the aide-de-camp by her side, salutes the Ceremonial Guard and the Commander.
  • The Governor General inspects the Ceremonial Guard, accompanied by the Commander.
  • The Governor General inspects the Ceremonial Guard, accompanied by the Commander.
  • The Governor General delivers a speech at a podium with her aide-de-camp by her side.
  • The Governor General stands between two guards as they watch the Ceremonial Guard in silent admiration.
  • The Band of the Ceremonial Guard marches away from the Rideau Hall entrance while providing musical support.
  • Members of the Ceremonial Guard gather to take a group photo, creating a sea of red.
  • The Governor General speaks intimately to members of the Ceremonial Guard, moments after the group photo.