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Message from the Governor General on the passing of Mr. Ed Broadbent
Message – January 11, 2024
Today, I would like to pay tribute to Ed Broadbent, former leader of the New Democratic Party and founder of the Broadbent Institute
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Message from the Governor General on Bell Let’s Talk Day
Message – January 24, 2024
Today, on Bell Let’s Talk Day, we are reminded of the simple power that a single conversation can have.
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Message from the Governor General on International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Message – January 27, 2024
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day we remember the victims of the Holocaust and of the campaign of anti-Semitism and racist doctrines that were at the root of this horrific period in the world’s history.
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Message from the Governor General on the National Day of Remembrance of the Québec City Mosque Attack and Action against Islamophobia
Message – January 29, 2024
No community should be targeted because of its beliefs. Yet, six years ago today, that is exactly what happened when Canadians witnessed a horrible act of Islamophobia: a deadly shooting at a mosque in the City of Québec.
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Message from the Governor General on His Majesty The King’s Cancer Diagnosis
Message – February 5, 2024
My husband, Whit, and I join with all Canadians in sending our best wishes to His Majesty The King as he begins cancer treatment.
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Statement from the Governor General on the passing of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney
Message – March 1, 2024
It is with sadness that I learned of the passing of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney. Canada has lost a great statesman, but his contributions will forever be remembered.
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Message from the Governor General on International Women’s Day
Message – March 8, 2024
Today, we celebrate the achievements of women and reflect on the progress we have made towards gender equality.
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Message from His Majesty The King for the Commonwealth Day Service of Celebration
Message – March 11, 2024
The seventy-fifth anniversary of The Commonwealth is a moment to reflect on the remarkable journey.
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Message from the Governor General on Commonwealth Day
Message – March 11, 2024
The Commonwealth represents a wealth of cultures, languages, experiences and backgrounds.
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Message from His Majesty The King to mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force
Message – April 1, 2024
Today, I would like to offer my most sincere congratulations to the Royal Canadian Air Force (R.C.A.F.)
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Message from the Governor General on the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force
Message – April 1, 2024
As commander-in-chief, I have had the great pleasure of meeting with members of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) and of witnessing their professionalism, dedication and sense of duty first-hand.
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Message from the Governor General on the 107th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge
Message – April 9, 2024
On the 107th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, we reflect on the bravery and sacrifice made by members of the Canadian Armed Forces.
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Message from the Governor General on Mental Health Week
Message – May 6, 2024
As we mark the beginning of Mental Health Week, I hope we can embody this year’s theme, “a call to be kind.”
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Message from the Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada on Canadian Armed Forces Day
Message – June 2, 2024
As commander-in-chief, I am grateful for the dedication and courage of our Canadian Armed Forces’ members. This year, we are also marking several milestones, including the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy and the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force. These occasions ...
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Message from the Governor General on Pride Month
Message – June 1, 2024
As we celebrate Pride Month, we come together to honour the resilient, vibrant and diverse identities of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Pride Month is also a time to reflect on the progress we have made towards equality, to recognize the challenges that remain, and to reaffirm our commitment to fostering ...
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Message from the Governor General on National Indigenous History Month
Message – June 1, 2024
During National Indigenous History Month, I encourage all Canadians to listen to the rich and culturally diverse stories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Learning about Canada’s full history is an act of reconciliation.
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Message from the Governor General on Canadian Environment Week
Message – June 2, 2024
Canadian Environment Week is a reminder that we need to take action to protect and preserve our planet for future generations. Across Canada and around the world, we are seeing the impacts of climate change. There has been an increase in extreme weather events, such as melting ice and warming waters...
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Message from the Governor General on the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy
Message – June 6, 2024
Today, across the country and around the world, we are marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy. This was an important moment in our history—a battle that helped turn the tide of the Second World War. But the cost of war is high. Too many died and too many others came home wi...
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Message from the Governor General on National Indigenous Peoples Day
Message – June 21, 2024
National Indigenous Peoples Day is a powerful reminder of the resilience, strength and enduring spirit of Indigenous communities.
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Message from the Governor General on Canada Day
Message – July 1, 2024
Happy Canada Day! There is so much to be proud of in this country.