OTTAWA, June 30, 2015 /CNW/ - On Wednesday, July 1, 2015, Their Excellencies the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, and Mrs. Sharon Johnston will attend the
Canada Day Noon Show on Parliament Hill.
Their Excellencies will be joined by the Right Honourable Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada, and the Honourable Shelley Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, as well as thousands of Canadians and visitors. The Governor General will inspect the guard of honour upon his arrival and deliver a speech later on in the program.
Activities at Rideau Hall
On Canada Day and throughout the summer months, Rideau Hall and its grounds are open daily. From 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., members of the public can visit the State rooms where Canadians are honoured and dignitaries are welcomed. From 8 a.m. until one hour before sunset, visitors are invited to bring a picnic, explore this unique urban oasis at their leisure and enjoy the play structure with their children. Visitors can start their discovery of the site at the Visitor Centre and pick up a self-guided tour brochure at either the Thomas or MacKay street entrances.
For more information about Rideau Hall's activities and guided tours, visitors can call 613‑991‑4422 or 1-866-842-4422 (toll-free); write to [email protected]; or visit our website at www.gg.ca/visitus.
SOURCE Government House
Media information: Dominique Collin, Rideau Hall Press Office, 613-993-2569, [email protected]; Follow GGDavidJohnston and RideauHall on Facebook and Twitter
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