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Dialogue uppermost as the Governor General visits Prince Edward Island

November 3, 2005

OTTAWA – Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, and His Excellency Jean-Daniel Lafond will travel to Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, on their second official regional visit, November 7 and 8, 2005.

“We are delighted that our second official visit takes us to Prince Edward Island. We hope to meet with many of you in your own communities, as you work to alleviate the hardships of your fellow islanders. We look forward to speaking with you about how, through your words and actions, you can get involved in your community. I, too, was born and raised on an island; the challenges of island life are dear to my own heart” said the Governor General.

Traditionally, governors general travel to each province and territory during the first year of their mandate to meet with Canadians in their respective communities.

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Visit to Prince Edward Island, November 7 and 8, 2005

Monday, November 7

10:30 a.m.   Arrival 
(Greeted by His Honour the Honourable Léonce Bernard, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island, and Mrs. Florence Bernard.)
Charlottetown Airport
CLOSED TO MEDIA

10:55 a.m.  Official Welcoming Ceremony 
(Greeted by the Honourable Pat Binns, Premier of Prince Edward Island, 21-gun salute and review of the Guard of Honour.)
Province House (Prince Edward Island Legislative Building)
OPEN TO MEDIA

11:10 a.m.  Meeting with the Honourable Pat Binns, Premier of Prince Edward Island
Province House (Prince Edward Island Legislative Building)
CLOSED TO MEDIA

11:25 a.m.  Visit to Province House
(Accompanied by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly and Ms. Kimberlee Trainor, Senior Interpreter. The Governor General will sign the guest book.)
Province House (Prince Edward Island Legislative Building)
OPEN TO MEDIA

11:35 a.m.  Welcoming Ceremony by the Government of Prince Edward Island
(Brief opening remarks by the Premier and the Governor General.)
Legislative Chamber (Prince Edward Island Legislative Building)
OPEN TO MEDIA

3:15 p.m.  Conversation with future Canadians
CLOSED TO MEDIA

4:00 p.m.  Swearing-in Ceremony for 32 new Canadians
(The Governor General will deliver a speech.)
Memorial Hall, Confederation Centre of the Arts
OPEN TO MEDIA

5:20 p.m.  Visit to the Art Gallery,Vaults, and Theatre, Confederation Centre of the Arts
(Accompanied by Jon Tupper, Art Gallery Director and David MacKenzie, CEO of the Centre.)
Confederation Centre of the Arts
PHOTO-OP UPON ARRIVAL

7:30 p.m.  Dinner with the Lieutenant Governor and Members
Fanningbank (residence of the Lieutenant Governor)
OPENING REMARKS ARE OPEN TO THE MEDIA

Tuesday, November 8

9:30 a.m.  Courtesy Call with His Worship Clifford Lee, Mayor of Charlottetown
Charlottetown City Hall
PHOTO-OP UPON ARRIVAL

10:15 a.m.  Walking Tour of Downtown Charlottetown
(Accompanied by Catherine Hennessey, Recipient of the Order of Canada (weather permitting), departure from lower foyer, Charlottetown City Hall)
OPEN TO MEDIA

11:00 a.m.  Unveiling of a Plaque Commemorating the National Historic Significance of the Confederation Centre of the Arts
Confederation Centre of the Arts, 145 Richmond Street, corner of Queen and Grafton
OPEN TO MEDIA
In case of inclement weather, the unveiling will take place at the Art Gallery, Confederation Centre of the Arts.
A reception open to the public will follow
OPEN TO MEDIA

12:30 p.m.  Roundtable discussion on family violence prevention programs
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, will participate in a roundtable discussion on family violence prevention programs with representatives from agencies serving women across Prince Edward Island.
CLOSED TO MEDIA

2:15 p.m.  Private visit with women at risk
CLOSED TO MEDIA

3:00 p.m.  His Excellency Jean-Daniel Lafond will meet with students of the Institute of Island Studies at the University of Prince Edward Island and with residents of the province to discuss various topics related to island life.
University of Prince Edward Island
MEDIA INTERESTED IN ATTENDING THIS EVENT ARE ASKED TO CONTACT THE RIDEAU HALL PRESS OFFICE
Note: The Governor General may join the discussion at 4:45 p.m.

4:00 p.m.  Unveiling of the Prince Edward Battery 
(The Governor General will speak and engage in a walkabout.)
Victoria Park
OPEN TO MEDIA

6:00 p.m.  Discussion on the Current State Island Fisheries
(Accompanied by Prince Edward Island fishermen, including aquaculture specialists and members of the PEI Fishermen's Association.)
CLOSED TO MEDIA

Wednesday, November 9

9:00 a.m.  Departure
Charlottetown Airport
CLOSED TO MEDIA