June 8th
Let's start off with an item which, while not tecnically news, is interesting. It is rumoured the search as begun for the successor to His Honour Graydon Nicholas, Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick. While all vice-regal positions are 'at Her Majesty's pleasure', traditionally (and barring certain circumstances) the time in office is five years. The Lieutenant Governors are vice-regal positions 'once removed' from the Crown meaning they are actually appointed by the Governor General. In this instance the Premier of New Brunswick takes precedence over the Prime Minister in advising the Governor General.
His Honour Frank F. Fagan, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador, toured the Cupids Legacy Centre and attended the Official Opening of the Rug Hooking Guild of Newfoundland and Labrador Display.
His Honour Frank F. Fagan, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador, toured the Cupids Legacy Centre and attended the Official Opening of the Rug Hooking Guild of Newfoundland and Labrador Display.
June 9th
His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, met with the Honourable Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of Australia, at Rideau Hall. Tony Abbott is a strong supporter of the Australian Monarchy and has presided over a collapse in support for a republic (if polls can be believed).
His Honour Frank Fagan, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador and Honorary Colonel, hosted a Meeting of Honorary Colonels of Provincial Military Regiments at Government House.
His Honour Frank Fagan, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador and Honorary Colonel, hosted a Meeting of Honorary Colonels of Provincial Military Regiments at Government House.
June 10th
Their Excellencies the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, and Mrs. Sharon Johnston attended the regimental funeral for RCMP constables Dave Ross, Fabrice Georges Gevaudan, and Douglas James Larche in Moncton, New Brunswick. Their killer, meanwhile, is in custody and availing himself of Her Majesty's justice system.
In happier news HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh celebrated his 93rd Birthday.
In Manitoba His Honour Philip Lee Attended the 50th Anniversary Gala Concert of the Sarah Sommer Chai Folk Ensemble at Winnipeg Centennial Concert Hall. 'Chai' means 'alive' in Hebrew and is a type of group dance set to music.
In Alberta His Honour Donald Stewart Ethell hosted a Reception for new Consul General of Japan in Calgary.
In happier news HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh celebrated his 93rd Birthday.
In Manitoba His Honour Philip Lee Attended the 50th Anniversary Gala Concert of the Sarah Sommer Chai Folk Ensemble at Winnipeg Centennial Concert Hall. 'Chai' means 'alive' in Hebrew and is a type of group dance set to music.
In Alberta His Honour Donald Stewart Ethell hosted a Reception for new Consul General of Japan in Calgary.
June 11th
On Wednesday His Honour Donald Stewart Ethell presented the Lieutenant Governor's Emerging Artist Awards at Government House. Eight Albertans were each awarded a medal and $10,000.
Once again back to the Governor General who presented the Michener Award for outstanding public service in journalism, as well as the Michener-Deacon Fellowships and the Michener-Baxter Special Award in a ceremony at Rideau Hall. His Excellency's speech can be found here.
His Honour Philip Lee, Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, attended the University of Winnipeg Spring Convocation.
Once again back to the Governor General who presented the Michener Award for outstanding public service in journalism, as well as the Michener-Deacon Fellowships and the Michener-Baxter Special Award in a ceremony at Rideau Hall. His Excellency's speech can be found here.
His Honour Philip Lee, Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, attended the University of Winnipeg Spring Convocation.
June 12th
His Honour David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, was delighted to open up the Lieutenant Governor’s Suite in celebration of the Luminato Festival. The festival celebrates artistic creation and consists of music, theatre, dance, visual arts, literature, film and celebrations of all kinds.
June 13th
After a day of artistic expression His Honour David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, had a very different duty to carry out. The Lieutenant Governor received the Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario, and was formally advised of the results of the provincial election. The results mean Kathleen Wynne will most likely be Premier of Ontario for the next four years (since the premier retains their position through an election she technically isn't being asked to form a government; just to continue the current one).
In Manitoba His Honour Philip Lee Attended the Fenestration Canada's President Dinner at The Fort Garry Hotel. Fenestration Canada is an organization promoting the door and window industry (no one said the life of a vice-regal representative was glamourous).
Their Honours Frank F. Fagan and Mrs. Patricia Fagan attended the Canadian Forces Station St. John’s Annual Mess Dinner at the Surgeon Lieutenant- Commander W. Anthony Paddon Building.
The Governor General warmly welcomed the creation of the Diamond Jubilee Scholarships. The program was apparently a collaborative effort between former PM Chretien, the federal government, the provincial governments business, and universities. According to the Governor General's website, "The new program, to be launched this fall, will award 1500 scholarships over five years to Canadian students at the graduate and undergraduate level for internships or academic study for periods of four months to one year in another Commonwealth country. The scholarship will also be available to students from Commonwealth countries to attend a Canadian university for up to two years of masters or doctoral studies."
In Manitoba His Honour Philip Lee Attended the Fenestration Canada's President Dinner at The Fort Garry Hotel. Fenestration Canada is an organization promoting the door and window industry (no one said the life of a vice-regal representative was glamourous).
Their Honours Frank F. Fagan and Mrs. Patricia Fagan attended the Canadian Forces Station St. John’s Annual Mess Dinner at the Surgeon Lieutenant- Commander W. Anthony Paddon Building.
The Governor General warmly welcomed the creation of the Diamond Jubilee Scholarships. The program was apparently a collaborative effort between former PM Chretien, the federal government, the provincial governments business, and universities. According to the Governor General's website, "The new program, to be launched this fall, will award 1500 scholarships over five years to Canadian students at the graduate and undergraduate level for internships or academic study for periods of four months to one year in another Commonwealth country. The scholarship will also be available to students from Commonwealth countries to attend a Canadian university for up to two years of masters or doctoral studies."
June 14th
And finishing off the week; Their Honours Frank F. Fagan and Mrs. Patricia Fagan attended the International Grenfell Association’s Centennial Dinner and Exhibition at The Rooms. The Association has an interesting history in the province which can be found here.
Loyally Yours,
A Kisaragi Colour
Loyally Yours,
A Kisaragi Colour
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