Becoming Canadian on Canada Day

Celebrating Canada’s 140th birthday was a special moment for 1,700 individuals who became Canadian citizens at 34 swearing-in ceremonies across the country. Many ceremonies were held across Canada, including as far north as Whitehorse, as far west as Victoria, and as far east as St. John’s.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, and the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, participated in a citizenship ceremony on the grounds of Rideau Hall in Ottawa. In the nation’s capital, a total of 17 families, representing each province and territory, became Canadian citizens on July 1.

Alice Daghavarian, Director of Immigration Services.