Governor General to visit Natoaganeg First Nation for discussions on Miramichi River salmon conservation and research activities

On May 31st, 2024, the Governor General of Canada shared the following media advisory:

Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will undertake their first official visit to New Brunswick from June 4 to 7, 2024.

The visit to New Brunswick will focus on reconciliation, digital respect, mental health, nature and the environment, military commemorations and youth. During the visit, Her Excellency will meet with provincial officials including the Lieutenant Governor, the Premier, and Indigenous leaders.

The Governor General plays an important role in raising awareness of significant issues throughout our country, and in recognizing incredible Canadians working to better the lives of their neighbours and communities. Official visits provide opportunities for Her Excellency, on behalf of Canadians, to meet with and recognize people who are making a difference in a range of fields.

On Thursday, June 6th, the Governor General will meet with members of Natoaganeg First Nation, the North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council’s Anqotum Resource Management department, and the Atlantic Salmon Federation.

The meeting will be held in Natoaganeg First Nation, adjacent to the Miramichi River, one of Canada’s most productive Atlantic salmon watersheds. Her excellency will then travel to the Northwest Miramichi River to meet with Mi’kmaq harvesters conducting the only commercial fishery for striped bass in Canada.

To read the original media advisory, visit: https://www.gg.ca/en/media/news/2024/first-official-visit-new-brunswick