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Governor General to attend funeral service for His Holiness Pope Francis
Media Advisory – April 24, 2025
At the request of the Right Honourable Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will attend the funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis.
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Message from the Governor General on the Vancouver Tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Festival
Message – April 27, 2025
My husband, Whit and I extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims of the tragic attack that occurred at the Lapu Lapu Festival in Vancouver.
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Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers Ceremony
Speech – April 30, 2025
Your talents, your skills and your compassion are much needed and appreciated.
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Letters of Credence ceremony
Speech – April 28, 2025
Congratulations on your new appointments, heads of mission from Andorra, Cambodia, Maldives, Botswana and the United States of America.
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on Canadian Jewish Heritage Month
Message – May 1, 2025
As we mark the beginning of Canadian Jewish Heritage Month, I join my fellow citizens in celebrating the enduring legacy of the Jewish community across the nation.
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Presentation of Scrolls to General Officers and Flag Officers
Speech – May 1, 2025
It is my honour, as commander-in-chief, to celebrate your promotions to the ranks of general and flag officer, and to present you with your scrolls.
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on Asian Heritage Month
Message – May 1, 2025
As we mark Asian Heritage Month, let us honour the rich cultures, traditions and stories of people of Asian origin in Canada.
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Message from the Governor General on Mental Health Week
Message – May 4, 2025
This year’s Mental Health Week theme, Unmasking Mental Health, speaks volumes about the daily challenges faced by people with mental health conditions.
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Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla to undertake a Royal Visit to Canada
News Release – May 2, 2025
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, is pleased to announce that Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla have accepted the Government of Canada’s invitation to undertake a Royal Visit to Canada on May 26 and 27, 2025.
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Governor General to represent Canada at events marking the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and the End of the Second World War in Europe
Media Advisory – May 2, 2025
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will travel to the Netherlands from May 3 to May 6, 2025, to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and the End of the Second World War in Europe.
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80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands - Ceremony of Remembrance at Holten Canadian War Cemetery
Speech – May 5, 2025
Holten Canadian War Cemetery is—for Canada—a place of deep reflection.
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Message from the Governor General on the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands
Message – May 5, 2025
I have the privilege of being in the city of Wageningen today to commemorate the liberation of the Netherlands during the Second World War.
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Governor General to invest 69 appointees into the Order of Merit of the Police Forces
Media Advisory – May 12, 2025
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will invest 9 Officers (O.O.M.) and 60 Members (M.O.M.) into the Order of Merit of the Police Forces during a ceremony at Rideau Hall on May 14, 2025.
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Governor General to deliver remarks at the 2025 Arctic Inspiration Prize Awards Ceremony
Media Advisory – May 12, 2025
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will deliver remarks at the 2025 Arctic Inspiration Prize Awards Ceremony. The Arctic Inspiration Prize recognizes and celebrates projects created and led by people in the North.
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Governor General to attend the opening ceremony of the 73rd annual Canadian Tulip Festival
Media Advisory – May 9, 2025
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will deliver remarks during the opening ceremony of the 73rd annual Canadian Tulip Festival, celebrating 80 years of Liberation with the Canadian Army.
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Opening Ceremony of the Canadian Tulip Festival
Speech – May 10, 2025
The tulip is a symbol of love in its many forms. But it also serves as a reminder of the historical events that have shaped the peace we cherish today.
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Arctic Inspiration Prize Awards Ceremony
Speech – May 13, 2025
Congratulations to all the finalists of this year’s Arctic Inspiration Prize!
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Order of Merit of the Police Forces Ceremony
Speech – May 14, 2025
Celebrating the achievements of police across Canada is so important.
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