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  • Presentation of the Governor General’s History Awards

    Speech  –  December 10, 2012

    Rideau Hall, Monday, December 10, 2012 We are delighted to welcome you to Rideau Hall, the historic home of the people of Canada. Let me begin by sharing with you a recent quote from art historian Ross King, who was here last month to receive the Governor General’s Literary Award for non-fiction for...

  • Human Rights Day

    Message  –  December 10, 2012

    December 10, 2012 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on the Occasion of Human Rights Day OTTAWA— From its early-modern roots to its current form, the idea of natural, inalienable human rights has come a long way. Today, we remember our histor...