OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - On behalf of Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, Justice Karakatsanis, Deputy to the Governor General of Canada, will host a series of events on January 30, 2024, as part of the State visit of Her Excellency Zuzana ?aputová, President of the Slovak Republic, and Mr. Juraj Rizman.
This State visit is an important opportunity to celebrate the strong Canada-Slovakia relationship, and affirm Canada's commitment to promoting and protecting the rules-based international order and the rule of law; furthering environmental efforts; and supporting gender equality initiatives, particularly as they relate to the issue of digital respect.
President ?aputová is an acclaimed former public interest lawyer who has worked extensively on environmental issues, for which she received the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize. A long-standing supporter of democratic values, she has advocated for greater transparency in government, improved care for children affected by abuse, and the advancement of gender equality and human rights commitments.
Times are indicated in Eastern Standard Time (EST).
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Ottawa
9:30 a.m.
Welcoming Ceremony with Military Honours
Justice Karakatsanis will greet President ?aputová and Mr. Rizman upon their arrival at Rideau Hall. Justice Karakatsanis and President ?aputová will deliver remarks and inspect a guard of honour.
Grounds of Rideau Hall
OPEN TO MEDIA
10:15 a.m.
Tree-Planting Ceremony
President ?aputová and Mr. Rizman will participate in a tree-planting ceremony, a Canadian tradition symbolizing friendship and co-operation between nations.
Grounds of Rideau Hall
OPEN TO MEDIA
18:55 p.m.
Official State dinner photo
Justice Karakatsanis will take part in an official photo with President ?aputová and Mr. Rizman.
Rideau Hall
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY
19:00 p.m.
State Dinner
Justice Karakatsanis will host a State dinner for President ?aputová and Mr. Rizman, as well as Canadian and Slovak dignitaries. Justice Karakatsanis, President ?aputová and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will deliver remarks.
Ballroom, Rideau Hall
POOLED MEDIA COVERAGE ? During speeches only
Notes for media
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