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Governor General Announces 61 New Appointments to the Order of Canada

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Wednesday, December 30, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 30, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, today announced 61 new appointments to the Order of Canada.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 30, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, today announced 61 new appointments to the Order of Canada.
  • Appointments are made by the governor general on the recommendation of the Advisory Council for the Order of Canada.
  • Bestowment of Distinctions by the governor general are the result of nominations submitted by the general public to the Chancellery of Honours.
  • Appointments are made on the recommendations of the Advisory Council for the Order of Canada, an independent council chaired by the chief justice of Canada.

Governor General to Virtually Visit with Students in Iqaluit, Nunavut

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Thursday, December 10, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 10, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, will virtually visit the grade 10 students of Inuksuk High School in Iqaluit, Nunavut, on Thursday, December 10, 2020.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 10, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, will virtually visit the grade 10 students of Inuksuk High School in Iqaluit, Nunavut, on Thursday, December 10, 2020.
  • The Governor General visited Inuksuk High School as part of her first official to Nunavut in April 2018.
  • GGinteractive is an opportunity for Canadian students from across the country to meet and speak with the Governor General of Canada.
  • During one-on-one sessions from their classrooms, students can ask questions about the role of the governor general, Her Excellency's experiences in space and everything in between.

CAE's Marc Parent appointed to the Order of Canada

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Friday, November 27, 2020
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MONTREAL, Nov. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - (NYSE: CAE) (TSX: CAE) CAE is proud to announce that its President and CEO, Marc Parent, has been appointed Member of the Order of Canada by the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada.

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  • MONTREAL, Nov. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - (NYSE: CAE) (TSX: CAE) CAE is proud to announce that its President and CEO, Marc Parent, has been appointed Member of the Order of Canada by the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada.
  • Mr. Parent is receiving the Order of Canada "for his achievements that have greatly contributed to the development and growth of the aerospace industry in Canada".
  • "Being appointed to the Order of Canada is the honour of a lifetime.
  • "Through his business and philanthropic endeavours, Mr. Parent has made an exemplary contribution to our country, and his appointment to the Order of Canada is richly-deserved."

Governor General Announces 114 New Appointments to the Order of Canada

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Friday, November 27, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 27, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, today announced 114 new appointments to the Order of Canada.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 27, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, today announced 114 new appointments to the Order of Canada.
  • Presented by the governor general, the Order honours people whose service shapes our society; whose innovations ignite our imaginations; and whose compassion unites our communities.
  • Appointments are made by the governor general on the recommendation of the Advisory Council for the Order of Canada.
  • Her Majesty The Queen is the Sovereign of the Order, and the governor general is the chancellor and Principal Companion of the Order.

Live from the Space Station - GGconversations with Chris Cassidy and Kate Rubins

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Thursday, October 22, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 22, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, hosted a virtual conversation with astronauts Chris Cassidy and Kate Rubins aboard the International Space Station (ISS) on Monday, October 19, 2020.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 22, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, hosted a virtual conversation with astronauts Chris Cassidy and Kate Rubins aboard the International Space Station (ISS) on Monday, October 19, 2020.
  • He is a veteran of two previous space flights: STS127, alongside Madame Payette, and Expedition 35.
  • She is currently serving aboard the International Space Station for a six-month mission as a flight engineer for the Expedition 63/64 crew.
  • GGconversations is an innovative series that brings Canadians together and connects them with guests from different backgrounds.

First Poppy presented to Canada’s Governor General

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Friday, October 16, 2020
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OTTAWA, Oct. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The First Poppy of The Royal Canadian Legions 2020 National Poppy Campaign was presented to Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada today.

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  • OTTAWA, Oct. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The First Poppy of The Royal Canadian Legions 2020 National Poppy Campaign was presented to Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada today.
  • As Viceregal Patron of The Royal Canadian Legion, Ms. Payette accepted the symbolic poppy and expressed her support for the 2020 National Poppy Campaign.
  • The Legions 2020 National Poppy Campaign launches each year on the last Friday in October, and will begin on October 30 this year.
  • Funds donated locally during the National Poppy Campaign are distributed locally to help support Veterans and their families, communities, and to promote Remembrance.

Governor General Welcomes New Heads of Mission during Virtual Ceremony

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Tuesday, October 13, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 13, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, received the letters of credence of six new heads of mission during a virtual ceremony on Tuesday, October 13, 2020.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 13, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, received the letters of credence of six new heads of mission during a virtual ceremony on Tuesday, October 13, 2020.
  • The following new heads of mission presented their credentials:
    To ensure the health and safety of the new heads of mission, their families and government officials, the format of these presentationswhich usually occur in person at Rideau Hallhas been adapted to take place virtually.
  • Upon their arrival in Canada, and before they can carry out their duties as heads of mission, new ambassadors, as well as new high commissioners of countries for which Her Majesty QueenElizabeth II is not head of State, must be officially welcomed by the governor general of Canada.
  • Photos of the virtual ceremony can be provided for publication upon request.

Governor General Welcomes New Heads of Mission in Virtual Ceremony

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Monday, July 20, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 20, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, received the letters of credence of two new heads of mission during a virtual ceremony on Thursday, July 16, 2020.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, July 20, 2020 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, received the letters of credence of two new heads of mission during a virtual ceremony on Thursday, July 16, 2020.
  • The following new heads of mission presented their credentials:
    To ensure the health and safety of the new heads of mission, their families and government officials, the format of these presentations which usually occur in person at Rideau Hall was adapted to take place virtually.
  • Upon their arrival in Canada, and before they can carry out their duties as heads of mission, new ambassadors, as well as new high commissioners of countries for which Her Majesty QueenElizabeth II is not head of State, must be officially welcomed by the governor general of Canada.
  • Photos of the virtual ceremony can be provided for publication upon request.

Celebrating Canada Day in a New Way

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Wednesday, July 1, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 1, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - In celebration of Canada Day during these unprecedented times, HerExcellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, is sharing a special video message on the 153rd anniversary of our beloved country.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, July 1, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - In celebration of Canada Day during these unprecedented times, HerExcellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, is sharing a special video message on the 153rd anniversary of our beloved country.
  • That we will build on our ability to act collectively, to act as one for the good of all.
  • The Governor General would also like to take this opportunity to highlight Canadians doing remarkable deeds.
  • Coming from across the country and from all walks of life, these new honours recipients concretely illustrate why we can all be proud to call Canada home.

Prime Minister announces new Lieutenant Governor for Alberta

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Tuesday, June 30, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, June 30, 2020 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of SalmaLakhani as the new Lieutenant Governor of Alberta.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, June 30, 2020 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of SalmaLakhani as the new Lieutenant Governor of Alberta.
  • The Prime Minister thanked the outgoing Lieutenant Governor, the Honourable LoisMitchell, for her dedication and service to the people of Alberta.
  • As Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, I know she will serve the people of her province and our country well, and continue to be a source of inspiration for all Canadians."
  • Lieutenant Governors are appointed by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, on the recommendation of the Prime Minister.