Technical Briefing and Accreditation: National Commemorative Ceremony for the Honourable Murray Sinclair
Ottawa, Ontario – November 7, 2024
The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced a technical briefing and accreditation process for media wishing to cover the National Commemorative Ceremony for the Honourable Murray Sinclair.
The ceremony will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Quebec.
The technical briefing will provide media with information on the logistics of the event, including media access, seating arrangements, and interview opportunities. The briefing will take place on Wednesday, November 15, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. ET at the Canadian Museum of History.
To cover the event, media must be accredited by Friday, November 10, 2024. Accreditation will be granted to members of the media who are current members of a recognized media association or who have a letter of assignment from a recognized media outlet.
Accreditation for the event can be requested online at the following link:
Requests for interviews should be submitted to:
Media Relations Department of Justice Canada mediarelations@justice.gc.ca
Background:
The Honourable Murray Sinclair was a legendary Indigenous leader, lawyer, and jurist. He was the first Indigenous Canadian to be appointed as a judge in Canada, and he served as the Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Judge Sinclair’s tireless advocacy for Indigenous rights and his profound understanding of Canadian history made him a respected and influential figure both in Canada and around the world.
The National Commemorative Ceremony will honour Judge Sinclair’s legacy and celebrate his life and work. The ceremony will include speeches, performances, and tributes from dignitaries, Indigenous leaders, and members of Judge Sinclair’s family.
The Department of Justice Canada is committed to providing media with the necessary information and access to cover this important event. We encourage all media to attend the technical briefing and apply for accreditation.
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