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  2. Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette

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Vigil in Toronto
Vigil in Toronto
April 29, 2018 - The Governor General took part in a vigil in Mel Lastman Square in Toronto to stand in solidarity with Torontonians, who have shown remarkable resilience in the face of the recent tragedy.
Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers
Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers
April 17, 2018 - In celebration of National Volunteer Week, the Governor General presented the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers to 41 individuals during a ceremony at Rideau Hall.
Official Visit to Nunavut
Official Visit to Nunavut
April 12 and 13, 2018 - The Governor General of Canada visited Iqaluit as part of her first official visit to Nunavut.
Women in Defence Presentation Award
Women in Defence Presentation Award
April 9, 2018 - Her Excellency attended the Top 20 Women in Defence award ceremony held at Ottawa City Hall.
Awards in Visual and Media Arts
Awards in Visual and Media Arts

March 28, 2018 - The Governor General presented the 2018 Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts during a ceremony at Rideau Hall.

Presentation of Letters of Credence
Presentation of Letters of Credence
March 27, 2018 - The Governor General received the letters of credence of 6 new heads of mission during a ceremony at Rideau Hall.
Visit to British Columbia - Day 2
Visit to British Columbia - Day 2
March 22, 2018 - The Governor General boarded the Canadian patrol frigate HMCS Regina to meet with and extend her support to members of the Royal Canadian Navy.
Visit to British Columbia - Day 3
Visit to British Columbia - Day 3
March 22, 2018 - The Governor General toured the TRIUMF campus and met with staff.
Visit to British Columbia - Day 1
Visit to British Columbia - Day 1

March 20, 2018 - The Governor General was officially welcomed to British Columbia during a ceremony at the Legislative Assembly.  

100th Anniversary of Statistics Canada
100th Anniversary of Statistics Canada

March 16, 2018 - The Governor General celebrated the 100th anniversary of Statistics Canada at an event where she delivered remarks to employees.