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Today, we commemorate the thousands of lives forever lost or traumatically impacted by the residential school system.

The flag we stand under was designed in consultation with Survivors of the residential school system from across Canada.

The Order of Canada is not just about past achievements. It is about the ongoing journey of our nation. It is a call to continue striving for greatness, and to inspire further positive change around you.

Today’s ceremony is a reminder that we are here to join forces as we face unprecedented global challenges.

Every year, from the end of October until Remembrance Day, tens of millions of Canadians wear a poppy. We honour those who served, those who are serving today, and those who never made it home.

95 years ago, thanks to the courage of five brilliant Albertan women, Canada’s highest court of appeal officially recognized women as “persons”. This decision was a big leap forward for women’s participation in public and political life.

Recipients of Bravery Decorations inspire us. Their sense of humanity brings us together as a community and as a country.

I want to commend the outstanding work of firefighters and first responders who took action from the very first moments the fire started.

Each act of kindness, each gesture of solidarity brings us closer and makes us stronger.

The Order of Canada recognizes excellence. It is also a call to celebrate the diversity that makes our country stronger.

Today, we are honouring your exceptional contributions.

The Order of Military Merit is one of Canada’s highest honours. This recognition is not just about what you achieved, but also about how you did it. You have exemplified the highest ethical principles and military values.

For many, the sacrifice of service is felt too close to home. Today, we are humbled and honoured to host Mrs. Maureen Anderson, our National Silver Cross Mother, here at Rideau Hall.

His Ojibway name, Mazina Giizhik, means ‘The One Who Speaks of Pictures in the Sky’. His was the voice of truth, justice and healing. As Head Commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, he leaves behind an invaluable legacy of bringing to light the stories of thousands of Residential Sc...

The Unknown Soldier symbolizes the approximately 116 000 Canadians who gave their lives in the pursuit of peace and freedom.

It’s essential to honour those who, like you, are expanding the frontiers of knowledge and ushering in progress across diverse fields—from science and technology to the arts.

This evening, we celebrate the very best of Canadian public service journalism.

The arts possess a tremendous power in their capacity to inspire us, to challenge us, and to unite us in a world that can sometimes feel divided.

From the stages of our largest cities to the community halls of our smallest towns, artists and performers inspire, challenge and unite us.