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Rideau Hall, Friday, June 27, 2014 I am delighted to welcome all of you to Rideau Hall and to Canada, as you take on your new roles in the diplomatic community. It is difficult to overstate the importance of diplomacy in today’s hyper-connected world. As heads of mission, you are an integral part of...

June 27, 2014 Message from the Governor General of Canada on the Occasion of Canadian Multiculturalism Day OTTAWA—Four decades have passed since Canada became the world’s first country to officially adopt a policy on multiculturalism. In that time, we have grown as a nation, and our diversity has be...

Arnprior, Ontario, Monday, June 30, 2014 It is a pleasure for me to join all of you in Arnprior. I have very much enjoyed my afternoon, with the opportunity to meet people and to discover the wonderful work being done here. I can understand why all of you take such pride in your community. This has ...