Ceremonial Meeting with the First Nations Leaders Rideau Hall, Friday, January 11, 2013 "I am so pleased to welcome you to Rideau Hall, the home of the people of Canada. Let me begin by acknowledging that this gathering is taking place on the traditional territory of the Algonquin Nation, which spans the provinces of Ontario and Quebec. I would also like to take this opportunity to say a special welcome to Chief Theresa Spence and to say how concerned I am about your health and … [Read more...]
Rideau Hall, Celebrate & Enjoy Summer Concerts 2011
2011 Governor General's Summer Concerts Come Enjoy Summer Concerts at Rideau Hall July 13, 2010 OTTAWA—Everyone is invited to hear the sounds of summer at Rideau Hall, during the 2011 Governor General’s Summer Concert Series, being held in partnership with the Music and Beyond Festival 2011 and Ottawa Chamberfest 2011. Visitors are encouraged to come early, bring a picnic and enjoy these free outdoor concerts on the beautiful grounds of Rideau Hall, the governor general’s official … [Read more...]
Governor General to Celebrate Canada’s Top Natural Sciences and Engineering Researchers
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada Awards Governor General to Celebrate Canada’s Top Natural Sciences and Engineering Researchers February 10, 2011 OTTAWA—His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, will present a series of ; Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Awards a ceremony at Rideau Hall, Monday, February 14, 2011, at 5:30 p.m. On this occasion, His Excellency will deliver a speech on … [Read more...]
PMO(Canada) – PM highlights Government legislation becoming law
December 16, 2010 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper and His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, highlighted key legislation that became law yesterday. A total of 8 Government bills became law bringing the total number for the session to 10. “The economy was our top priority this Fall and I am pleased that the Sustaining Canada’s Economic Recovery Act became law, allowing measures from the Jobs and Growth Budget to be implemented,” … [Read more...]