OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 4, 2026 /CNW/ - Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will travel to Greenland, from February 6 to 7, 2026. In Greenland, the Governor General will meet with His Excellency Jens-Frederik Nielsen, Prime Minister of Greenland, and attend the opening of the Canadian consulate in Nuuk.
The visit will focus on reinforcing the close historic and cultural bonds between Inuit in Canada and Greenland. The visit will further strengthen Canada's leadership in circumpolar collaboration by engaging the Prime Minister of Greenland, as well as other leaders, in discussions on shared approaches to Arctic sovereignty and governance; and by elevating Inuit voices in discussions on the future of Arctic communities.
The Governor General plays a key role in representing Canada and performing the duties of the head of State on behalf of the Sovereign in domestic and international events. By undertaking visits abroad, the Governor General builds on existing international relationships and strengthens ties across a broad range of sectors of Canadian life.
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Note: times in Greenland are indicated in Western Greenland Time.
Friday, February 6 – Nuuk
11:15 a.m.
Arrival in Nuuk
Upon her arrival in the capital, the Governor General will be greeted by Greenlandic and Canadian officials.
Nuuk International Airport
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY
For safety and security reasons, media access to the tarmac and airport grounds will not be permitted. Photo and B-roll opportunities will be available from an area located across the road from the airport.
2:00 p.m.
Official Opening and Flag-Raising Ceremony
The Governor General will witness an outdoor flag-raising ceremony to mark the opening of the Consulate General of Canada in Nuuk, Greenland.
Consulate General of Canada in Nuuk
OPEN TO MEDIA
3:00 p.m.
Meeting with the Prime Minister of Greenland
The Governor General will meet with His Excellency Jens-Frederik Nielsen, Prime Minister of Greenland.
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY
5:00 p.m.
Reception to mark Canadian diplomatic presence in Greenland
The Governor General will deliver remarks at a reception hosted by Canada to mark Canadian diplomatic presence in Nuuk and Canada-Greenland bilateral ties.
Hans Egede Hotel
OPEN TO MEDIA FOR REMARKS AT THE BEGINNING
Saturday, February 7 – Nuuk
9:00 a.m.
Visit with crew members aboard the Canadian Coast Guard Ship Jean Goodwill
As honorary chief commissioner of the Canadian Coast Guard, the Governor General will spend time on the ship and interact with crew members.
Port of Nuuk
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY FOR MEDIA AT THE BEGINNING
10:00 a.m.
Meeting with the Inuit Circumpolar Conference Greenland
The Governor General will meet with representatives of the Inuit Circumpolar Conference Greenland to discuss long-standing Inuit ties between Canada and Greenland, and the importance of Indigenous rights, involvement and views in Arctic policy and co-operation.
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY
11:30 a.m.
Meeting with the Kingdom of Denmark's Arctic Council Chairship team
The Governor General will meet with representatives of the Kingdom of Denmark's Arctic Council Chairship team to discuss the continued importance of circumpolar co-operation and the Kingdom's leadership of the council.
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY
Quick Facts
- This will be Her Excellency's first visit to Greenland as governor general.
- The only governor general who previously visited Greenland was Edward Schreyer, in 1982.
- The Governor General undertakes official international travel in support of the Government of Canada's diplomatic, foreign policy and trade objectives.
Notes for media
- Photos of the visit can be provided to media upon request via [email protected].
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SOURCE Governor General of Canada
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