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Rideau Hall, Friday, June 10, 2011 It is with great pride and respect that I welcome you to Rideau Hall today. This ceremony is an opportunity to recognize your outstanding dedication to the principles that make this country great. Your commitment to serving others and to the basic rights and freedo...

Ottawa, Tuesday, June 7, 2011 I want to begin by thanking each of you for your service to Canada. I have a deep respect for the work that you do on behalf of all Canadians. Allow me to repeat the eloquent words of my predecessor, the Right Honourable Georges Vanier, who said: “I know of no more nobl...

June 12, 2011 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of National Public Service Week OTTAWA— I am pleased to offer greetings to all public servants on the occasion of National Public Service Week. I believe Canada has benefitted ri...

Rideau Hall, Tuesday, June 14, 2011 My predecessor, the Right Honourable Roland Michener, did us all a great service when he established these awards four decades ago. Journalists are usually eager to avoid the spotlight, but each year on this occasion, we make a welcome exception. Today, you and th...

Saint-Boniface, Saturday, June 18, 2011 Good morning and thank you for welcoming me into your community. The Francophone culture in Manitoba has a rich history, one that is integral to the province. Your ancestors were some of the first settlers in this province, and they built a life here for subse...