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Halifax, Friday, June 1, 2012 Welcome all of you to Halifax. Welcome to the Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference. Let me begin today by asking you a question: What do you hope to get out of this experience? The goal of this conference—although it could just as easily be called a leaders...

London, England, Sunday, June 3 2012 It is with great pleasure that Sharon and I join you today for this Diamond Jubilee luncheon. As you know, I have the honour of representing Her Majesty The Queen in Canada, and I am delighted that my time as governor general coincides with this wonderful milesto...

June 3, 2012 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the Occasion of The Central Weekend to Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee LONDON, England—On behalf of the people of Canada, Sharon and I offer our warmest wishes to our Sovereign on the o...

June 3, 2012 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-chief of Canada, on the Occasion of the Canadian Forces Day LONDON, England—Although my wife, Sharon, and I are in London to take part in The Central Weekend celebrating Her Majesty The Qu...

London, England, Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Thank you for your warm welcome. Let me begin by offering my very best wishes to His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. All Canadians join me in hoping for a speedy recovery and return to form. My wife, Sharon, and I are delighted to be with you at Canada ...

June 6, 2012 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of the unveiling of a new portrait of Her Majesty The Queen at Buckingham Palace LONDON, England—Today in the presence of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Sharon and I, joined by the Right Honourable Stephen Harper, Prime Minist...

Rideau Hall, Friday, June 8, 2012 I am pleased to welcome you to Rideau Hall for this very special event. As governor general and commander-in-chief of Canada, I am honoured to have the opportunity to recognize outstanding military service. Today’s ceremony is particularly special, as we celebrate t...

Rideau Hall, Friday, June 8, 2012 I warmly welcome you to this reception for outgoing heads of mission, one of our annual rites of spring here at Rideau Hall. Each of you is about to embark on an exciting new phase in your life and career in diplomacy. It is difficult to overstate the importance of ...

June 10, 2012 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion ofNational Public Service Week OTTAWA— This year’s National Public Service Week is about ‘Celebrating our Commitment!’ As governor general, I am much aware of and grateful for the efforts made by members of the federal public ...

Toronto, Saturday, June 9, 2012 Thank you for your warm welcome. I am pleased to be here at the start of this new chapter in the history of the Royal Canadian Military Institute. The laying of the cornerstone for this remarkable new building is a proud moment for the community of Toronto and for Can...

Rideau Hall, Tuesday, June 12, 2012 Welcome to Rideau Hall for the presentation of the Michener Awards for Journalism. Very few of us are able to look back on a career and know with certainty that we influenced change. Very few of us can say that we played a role in illuminating important issues and...

Rideau Hall, Wednesday, June 13, 2012 I am delighted to welcome all of you to Rideau Hall. To present the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals to such fine individuals is already an honour, but to hold this ceremony during National Public Service Week adds extra meaning to these proceedings. To...

June 20, 2012 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the Occasion of National Aboriginal Day OTTAWA— Each year, National Aboriginal Day provides us with an opportunity to honour and to celebrate the many rich and varied cultures of First Natio...

Ottawa, Friday, June 15, 2012 When last we spoke, you were embarking on a two-week journey to a variety of communities across Canada. As we gather, one last time, here in Ottawa for the closing of the Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference, I hope that not only did you find this experienc...

Niagara-on-the-Lake, Saturday, June 16, 2012 Thank you for your warm welcome. It is a pleasure to be here to commemorate this important chapter in our history. The Battle of Queenston Heights has been described as both a victory and a tragedy for the British, Canadian and First Nations peoples who f...

Toronto, Monday, June 18, 2012 It is with great pleasure that Sharon and I join you this evening in celebration of Her Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Let me begin by thanking Their Honours for hosting this event. Besides paying tribute to The Queen remarkable reign, this gathering is a wonderf...

Ottawa, Wednesday, June 20, 2012 Thank you for your warm welcome. I am delighted to join you for this celebration of National Aboriginal Day. Let me begin by acknowledging that this gathering is taking place on the traditional territory of the Algonquin Nation. It is so wonderful to see so many chil...

Rideau Hall, Wednesday, June 20, 2012 My wife, Sharon, and I are delighted to welcome you to Rideau Hall on this, the eve of National Aboriginal Day. Let me begin by acknowledging that this concert is taking place within the traditional territory of the Algonquin Nation, which spans the provinces of...

Rideau Hall, Friday, June 22, 2012 It is my pleasure and my honour to welcome all of you to Rideau Hall. As commander-in-chief, I know of few greater joys than celebrating the accomplishments of the men and women who comprise our Canadian Forces. The Meritorious Service Decorations and Military Valo...

Rideau Hall, Monday, June 25, 2012 What a fantastic display! The pageantry and precision of the Ceremonial Guard never fails to impress me. This year is no exception. As commander-in-chief, I commend you for the hard work you have put into this day, and I am delighted to witness your devotion to dut...