Commonwealth Day has a special significance this year as we mark the 70th anniversary of the London Declaration, when nations of the Commonwealth agreed to move forward together as free and equal members. The vision and sense of connection that inspired the signatories has stood the test of time, and the Commonwealth continues to grow, … Continued
Series of Free Public Events Celebrating Manitoba’s Ceremonial Home Lt.-Gov. Janice C. Filmon invites Manitobans to join her in engaging in Conversations and Celebrations – a monthly gathering of fascinating and entertaining people from across this great province. Lt.-Gov. Filmon developed this initiative to honour the 135th birthday of Government House throughout 2018. Based on … Continued
Lieutenant-Governor Janice C. Filmon will present two Royal Canadian Humane Association Bravery Awards in a ceremony at Government House on Wednesday, Feb. 13 at 5:30 p.m. In November 2018, Jonathan Meikle and Matthew Shorting came to the aid of a passenger on a City of Winnipeg transit bus who was being threatened by another passenger. … Continued
Nominations are still being accepted for for the Lieutenant Governor’s Make a Difference Community Awards which are presented annually to six deserving individuals from across the province. The awards will be presented at the 36 th Annual Volunteer Awards banquet on April 11 at the Club Regent Events Centre in Winnipeg. The awards recognize individuals … Continued
Biffies, Barns and Booze with Gordon Goldsborough — Series of Free Public Events Celebrating Manitoba’s Ceremonial Home Lt.-Gov. Janice C. Filmon invites Manitobans to join her in engaging in Conversations and Celebrations – a monthly gathering of fascinating and entertaining people from across this great province. Lt.-Gov. Filmon developed this initiative to honour the 135th … Continued
Lt.-Gov. Janice Filmon will present the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for the Advancement of Interreligious Understanding to Michel Aziza at a ceremony at Government House on Monday, Jan. 7 at 5 p.m. Aziza has quietly led and been the driving force behind the Operation Ezra project to rescue, sponsor and resettle Yazidi refugees since its very … Continued
Lt.-Gov. Janice Filmon is encouraging the public to nominate a worthy Manitoban who has provided prolonged and meritorious service in the preservation and promotion of Manitoba history for an award, presented in consultation with the Manitoba Historical Society. “Since 2011, this award has formally recognized Manitobans who have spent countless hours preserving and promoting the … Continued
Series of Free Public Events Celebrating Manitoba’s Ceremonial Home Lt.-Gov. Janice C. Filmon invites Manitobans to join her in engaging in Conversations and Celebrations – a monthly gathering of fascinating and entertaining people from across this great province. Lt.-Gov. Filmon developed this initiative to honour the 135th birthday of Government House throughout 2018. Based on … Continued
The Queen’s representative in Manitoba, Lt.-Gov. Janice Filmon invites all Manitobans to attend the annual New Year’s Levee at the Manitoba Legislative Building. This traditional event will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 1 between 2:30 and 4 p.m. Their Honours Janice and Gary Filmon, will greet guests in the Blue Room, which is the historic … Continued
Series of Free Public Events Celebrating 135 Years of Government House Lt.-Gov. Janice C. Filmon invites Manitobans to join her in engaging in Conversations and Celebrations – a monthly gathering of fascinating and entertaining people from across this great province and beyond. Lt.-Gov. Filmon is hosting a series of monthly free public events throughout … Continued