OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 15, 2026 /CNW/ -- Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, Governor General of Canada, will present the Governor General's Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case to 12 laureates during a ceremony in the Ballroom of Rideau Hall, on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 10 a.m.
Organized by Women and Gender Equality Canada, this award ceremony will recognize Canadians, including youth, who have made outstanding contributions to the advancement of gender equality.
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Monday, October 19, 2026 |
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10 a.m. (EDT) |
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Rideau Hall |
Quick fact:
- This will be the first time that Governor General Louise Arbour has presented this award.
Notes for media:
- To guarantee your access, we ask that you please confirm your attendance with the Rideau Hall Press Office in advance via [email protected].
- Media are asked to arrive at the Princess Anne Entrance no later than 9:30 a.m.
- Photos taken by the Governor General's official photographer will be made available upon request.
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SOURCE Office of the Secretary to the Governor General
Media information: Rideau Hall Press Office, [email protected]; Women and Gender Equality Media Relations, [email protected]
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