Message from the Governor General on the Occasion of the 150-Day Countdown to Canada's 150th

OTTAWA, Aug 4, 2016 /CNW/ - Today, we mark the 150-day countdown to Canada's sesquicentennial.

For 150 years, we have built strong communities and we have been innovative and compassionate because we desire a better country.  Getting there means imagining the Canada of tomorrow and doing what we can to make that a reality.

I look forward to welcoming all Canadians to Rideau Hall in Ottawa and the Citadelle in Québec next year because celebrations will happen here! Both official residences will host some fantastic public events and ceremonies honouring Canadians who have made this a great nation.

What a year 2017 will be! Not only will we celebrate Canada's 150^th, we will also mark the 50^th anniversary of the Order of Canada and the 125^th anniversary of the Stanley Cup.

Our stories shape our country, and it's our duty to share them far and wide. In celebration of Canada's 150^th birthday, I invite Canadians to share these stories and to get involved in the celebrations as a gift from one generation to the next.

Let's get ready to celebrate this momentous occasion, 150 years in the making!

David Johnston

The video version of the message can be viewed at https://youtu.be/wZxjZJkO6Fw.

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SOURCE Governor General of Canada

Media information: Marie-Pierre Bélanger, Rideau Hall Press Office, 613-998-9166, [email protected]