Media advisory - Governor General to attend National Commemorative Ceremony for the Honourable Murray Sinclair

OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 8, 2024 /CNW/ - Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will attend the National Commemorative Ceremony to mark the passing of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, C.C., O.M., M.S.C., K.C.

The foremost figure in Canada's reconciliation journey, Mr. Sinclair was Anishinaabe and a member of the Peguis First Nation. He was appointed Companion of the Order of Canada on September 24, 2021.

The Governor General will join Indigenous leaders, dignitaries and the public for the memorial service. Her Excellency will deliver remarks at the service to recognize Mr. Sinclair's immense contributions to Canada.

National Commemorative Ceremony for the Honourable Murray Sinclair

Date: Sunday, November 10, 2024.
Time: 2:00 p.m. CST
Location: Canada Life Centre, Winnipeg

Notes for media:

• All media intending to report on the National Commemorative Ceremony must register their attendance by providing their name and their media outlet to [email protected] by 12 p.m., on Saturday, November 9, 2024. 
• Official photos of the memorial service can be provided to media upon request via [email protected]. 

Related links:

• Statement from the Governor General on the passing of the Honourable Murray Sinclair
• In memory of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, C.C., O.M., M.S.C., K.C.
• Official Obituary for the Honourable Murray Sinclair (1951-2024)
• Citation for Companion of the Order of Canada
• Citation for Meritorious Service Decoration (Civil Division), Meritorious Service Cross

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SOURCE Governor General of Canada

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