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National Commemorative Ceremony for the Honourable Murray Sinclair

November 10, 2024

Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser attended the National Commemorative Ceremony to mark the passing of the Honourable Murray Sinclair at the Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

The Governor General joined Indigenous leaders, dignitaries and the public for the memorial service.

Painted portrait of Murray Sinclair showcased on a stage covered with red carpet ,surrounded by funeral flowers.arrangements.

Black and white photo. Governor General Mary Simon is shaking a person's hand. Her husband, Mr. Whit Fraser, is behind her.

A group of Indigenous peoples, some of whom are wearing traditional clothing, are on a stage. One is speaking at a podium. We see the painted portrait of Murray Sinclair behind them.

Her Excellency delivered remarks at the service to recognize Mr. Sinclair’s immense contributions to Canada.

As Head Commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, he leaves behind an invaluable legacy of bringing to light the stories of thousands of Residential Schools Survivors.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada

Governor General Mary Simon is speaking at a podium. She wears a grey suit, with a poppy. A funeral flower arrangement is on the left of the podium.

Anishinaabe and a member of the Peguis First Nation, Senator Sinclair was the first Indigenous judge appointed in Manitoba and the second appointed in Canada.

He was appointed Companion of the Order of Canada, on September 24, 2021.

Mr. Murray Sinclair smiling at the camera, wearing is Order of Canada and other honours decorations.

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