OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 4, 2022 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will deliver remarks at the opening ceremony of the 2022 Canada Army Run.
The Governor General will also have an opportunity to meet with members of Soldier On and cheer on participants at the starting line.
Date: Sunday, November 6, 2022
Time: 8:20 a.m. EST
Location: Canada Army Run Start Stage (corner of Laurier and Elgin)
Notes for media:
- Official photos will be made available upon request.
- Media passes are required to gain access to certain areas, including the start and finish lines. Media interested in covering this event should contact [email protected].
Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the Canada Army Run is a unique event in which Canadians can run or walk with members of the Canadian Armed Forces in 5- or 10‑kilometre events. Fundraising proceeds go to Support Our Troops and Soldier On.
The theme of the 2022 Canada Army Run recognizes the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the Canadian Rangers, highlighting the past and present contributions made by Canadian Rangers in Canada's remote, coastal and isolated areas.
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SOURCE Governor General of Canada
Media information: Rideau Hall Press Office, 343-573-7563, [email protected]; Lt John Byrtus, Directorate Army Public Affairs, 613-794-4753, [email protected]
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