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Governor General to attend vigil in Tumbler Ridge
Media Advisory – February 13, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will attend a community vigil at 6:15 p.m. this evening, in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia.
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Governor General to invest 46 members of the Canadian Armed Forces into the Order of Military Merit
Media Advisory – February 17, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will invest 2 Commanders (C.M.M.), 10 Officers (O.M.M.) and 34 Members (M.M.M.) into the Order of Military Merit at a ceremony at Rideau Hall.
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Vigil honouring the victims of Tumbler Ridge
Speech – February 13, 2026
I cannot fathom the depths of your sorrow, or the shock, fear and horror you have endured.
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Vigil in Tumbler Ridge
Official Activity – February 13, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada took part in a vigil honouring the victims of Tumbler Ridge.
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Hudson Bay Summit: “Building a Strong, Sustainable Future for the Hudson Bay and James Bay Region”
Speech – February 24, 2026
National attention on the Arctic brings resources and visibility that—when paired with strong community leadership and regional co‑operation—can translate into lasting benefits for Hudson and James Bays communities.
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Order of Military Merit Investiture Ceremony
Speech – February 19, 2026
Today, by honouring those among you who have shown devotion beyond the call of duty, the Order of Military Merit shines a light on the vital importance of your work.
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Hudson Bay Summit
Official Activity – February 24, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, delivered remarks at the 2026 Hudson Bay Summit.
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Governor General will deliver remarks at the 2026 Hudson Bay Summit
Media Advisory – February 20, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will deliver remarks at the 2026 Hudson Bay Summit.
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Message from the Governor General on the fourth anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine
Message – February 24, 2026
Four years ago today, Russia began its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, bringing devastation, heartbreak and senseless loss of life.
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Governor General will deliver remarks at the National Indigenous Defence Conference
Media Advisory – February 25, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will deliver remarks at the National Indigenous Defence Conference.
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Message from the Governor General on the repatriation of a Métis artefact from the Vatican
Message – February 25, 2026
Today, Indigenous communities celebrate the repatriation of a rare Métis dogsled model from the Vatican museum.
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National Indigenous Defence Conference
Official Activity – February 27, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, delivered remarks at the National Indigenous Defence Conference.
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National Indigenous Defence Conference
Speech – February 27, 2026
Across the circumpolar world, Indigenous communities know the land and waters in ways few others can.
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Message from the Governor General of Canada on International Women’s Day
Message – March 8, 2026
The United Nations’ 2026 theme for International Women’s Day calls upon the people of the world to protect and advance gender equality: Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL women and girls.
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Governor General to visit Italy, Vatican City and attend Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
Media Advisory – March 3, 2026
OTTAWA, Ontario—Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will undertake a visit to the Italian Republic and the Holy See, from March 5 to 8, 2026.
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Visit to Italy, Vatican City and Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
Official Activity – March 5, 2026
Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser undertook a visit to the Italian Republic and the Holy See, from March 5 to 8, 2026.
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Message from the Governor General on the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
Message – March 6, 2026
On behalf of all Canadians, it is my great honour to extend our nation’s best wishes to all our Paralympic athletes, as well as to their families, friends and coaches as we mark the opening of the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games.
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Message from the Governor General on Commonwealth Day
Message – March 9, 2026
The Commonwealth represents a beautiful diversity of cultures, languages and histories united by shared values of democracy, equality and peace. As a proud member, Canada remains committed to developing the bonds between our family of nations.
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Message from His Majesty The King on the occasion of Commonwealth Day
Message – March 9, 2026
We join together on this Commonwealth Day at a time of great challenge and great possibility. Across our world, communities and nations face the increasing pressures of conflict, climate change and rapid transformation. Yet it is often in such testing moments that the enduring spirit of the Commonwe...
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Governor General to support Canadian participants at the Whitehorse 2026 Arctic Winter Games
Media Advisory – March 11, 2026
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will travel to Whitehorse, Yukon, from March 13 to 15, 2026, to attend the Arctic Winter Games.