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February 4, 2009 We celebrate Black History Month to remember and make people aware of the long march made by women and men—some famous, but most unknown—striving for the same ideal, pursuing a single goal: inclusion, that legitimacy that gives every woman, man and child the opportunity to distingui...

Presentation of Scrolls to New General and Flag Officers Rideau Hall, Thursday, February 5, 2009 It is a privilege for me to be a part of the extended Canadian Forces family and to assume the responsibilities conferred upon me as commander-in-chief. Working alongside our service women and men of eve...

Official Opening of Winterlude 2009 Ottawa, Friday, February 6, 2009 Once again, winter is acting very wintry and we are in the mood to celebrate as we launch Winterlude 2009 in Canada’s Capital Region! Skating on the Rideau Canal, admiring the ice sculptures, going tobogganing, exploring the ski tr...

Countdown to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver-Whistler Rideau Hall, Thursday, February 12, 2009 Hi, kids! Don’t you all look nice, with your eyes full of sunshine, your cheeks all red and your smiles from ear to ear! How are you? Are you having fun? Today, we are marking the countdown to t...

Presentation of Meritorious Service and Military Valour Decorations Rideau Hall, Friday, February 13, 2009 I am delighted to welcome to Rideau Hall men and women for whom service is synonymous with dedication and courage. We all know that military service rests on discipline and a sense of duty; tha...

Centennial Celebration of Canadian Aviation Ottawa, Monday, February 23, 2009 I had hoped to be in Baddeck today, but Canada being the northern country that it is, the weather conditions in Nova Scotia would not have allowed us to land. My thoughts and best wishes are with you and with everyone in B...

Order of Military Merit Investiture Ceremony Rideau Hall, Tuesday, February 24, 2009 Welcome to Rideau Hall. This morning has brought us together to honour exceptional military careers. Many years ago, you answered a call: to don the uniform and become a part of the extended Canadian Forces family. ...

Presentation of Credentials (United Mexican States, Malaysia,Republic of Seychelles, Republic of Cape Verde) Rideau Hall, Thursday, February 26, 2009 I am delighted to welcome you, your families and your delegations to Rideau Hall. These days, everyone seems to be talking about one form of crisis or...

February 24, 2009 by Her Excellency Michaëlle Jean This past year was a busy one, full of activity. It was such a pleasure to see the culmination of two years’ worth of planning for the festivities marking the 400th anniversary of the founding of the City of Québec. We wanted these events to bring p...

February 5, 2009 by Her Excellency Michaëlle Jean I have always thought that this time of reflection—every February—on the struggle of Blacks to gain their emancipation had no value unless viewed through the lens of the history of humanity itself, giving it its full universal dimension. I believe th...