Letters of Credence Ceremony | The Governor Normal of Canada

September 24, 2025

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Today, we collect on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe peoples.

Land acknowledgements are a solution to present respect to Indigenous peoples, who’ve taken care of those lands for hundreds of years.

Welcome to our new heads of mission from Belgium, Haiti, Norway, Ukraine, India and Serbia.

Congratulations in your new positions!

I used to be a head of mission myself—Canadian ambassador to Denmark, within the early 2000s.

In the 25 years since, the world has modified dramatically.

Digital innovation, local weather pressures and rising tensions are reshaping each the character of battle and the worldwide economic system.

Yet the targets of diplomacy stay the identical.

Peace. Security. Co-operation. Trade that advantages everybody.

It’s nonetheless about constructing bridges between nations—or, when crucial, repairing them by dialogue.

Excellencies, these previous few years have examined the resilience of communities world wide.

Many peoples are struggling amid the violence of escalating conflicts, together with the brave individuals of Ukraine.

Others face immense challenges, just like the resilient individuals of Haiti.

Our nations should proceed to work collectively to deal with the humanitarian wants of weak populations.

We should additionally stay steadfast in our assist for peace, democracy and the territorial integrity of all nations.

Canada will proceed to be a dedicated companion in worldwide co-operation—each in our bilateral relationships and inside international establishments.

During your keep right here, I’m assured you’ll embody that very same spirit of collaboration.

Our nations have lengthy been certain by enduring ties.

Our peoples share cultural ties, business and tutorial partnerships, and alliances throughout all sectors, constructed on our frequent values.

Let us maintain fostering these significant connections.

For these of you who’ve include households, I need to lengthen a heat welcome.

I hope that your time right here will likely be stuffed with rewarding experiences and new friendships.

Welcome to Canada.