Media Advisory — Governor General to take part in tree dedication to mark end of mandate
Press Release
May 29, 2026
OTTAWA, Ontario—Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will participate in a ceremonial tree dedication on the grounds of Rideau Hall to commemorate the end of the Governor General’s mandate. Rideau Hall staff will be present to witness the dedication ceremony.
Their Excellencies will each turn a spade-full of earth at the base of a black spruce (Picea mariana), a coniferous tree native to Canada’s boreal forest, part of which grows in the Governor General’s home region of Nunavik. Over 150 commemorative trees grace the grounds of Rideau Hall, the official residence of the governor general of Canada. They mark visits by members of the Royal family, heads of State and dignitaries, and the mandates of past governors general.
More information on Ceremonial Tree Plantings
Date: Monday, June 1, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Rideau Hall Grounds
Notes to media:
- Media interested in capturing images of the tree dedication are asked to confirm their attendance with the Rideau Hall Press Office via media@gg.ca and arrive near the Rideau Hall Fountain no later than 9:30 a.m. on the day of the ceremony.
- Photo op before the tree dedication: Media representatives will get a chance to capture images of Their Excellencies exiting the Queen’s Entrance surrounded by staff.
Media information:
Rideau Hall Press Office
media@gg.ca
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