OTTAWA, ON, April 21, 2026 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will present the Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers to 39 recipients during a ceremony in the Ballroom at Rideau Hall.

The ceremony will be held during National Volunteer Week 2026, which runs from April 19 to 25. Through tireless and selfless volunteerism, the recipients being recognized have not only made their communities a better place but have also brought honour to Canada. 

List of recipients attending the ceremony

Ceremony details:

Date:            Thursday, April 23, 2026
Time:            11:00 a.m.
Location:      Rideau Hall Ballroom

Notes for media

• To guarantee your access to the ceremony, we ask that you please confirm your attendance with the Rideau Hall Press Office at media@gg.ca.
• Media are asked to arrive at the Princess Anne Entrance no later than 10:30 a.m. on the day of the ceremony.
• Official photos of the ceremony will be made available upon request.

About the Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers

The medal recognizes the exceptional volunteer achievements of Canadians from across the country in a wide range of fields and pays tribute to the dedication and commitment of volunteers. Any living person who is a Canadian citizen and who has made significant, sustained and unpaid contributions to their community in Canada or abroad is eligible.

Find out more on the Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers

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SOURCE Office of the Secretary to the Governor General