National commemorative ceremony — In memory of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, C.C., O.M., M.S.C., K.C.

The Government of Canada and the Government of Manitoba will hold a national commemorative ceremony in memory of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, C.C., O.M., M.S.C., K.C., also known as Mazina Giizhik, who passed away on November 4, 2024.

Details on the national commemorative ceremony

The ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. CT on Sunday, November 10 at the Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg. People who wish to attend the ceremony are invited. The doors will open at 1 p.m. CT.

Watch live

The ceremony will be broadcast live from Winnipeg on Canadian Heritage’s Facebook and YouTube channels.

Other commemorative activities

Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada

The Government of Canada is flying the National Flag of Canada at half-mast on the Peace Tower in Ottawa as well as on all federal buildings and establishments in Winnipeg from November 6 until sunset on November 10, and additionally in Ontario on November 10.

Pay homage

Canadians are invited to share their condolences by signing an online book of condolences.

It will also be possible to sign a book of condolences in person at the Canada Life Centre during the ceremony.

Related links

• National commemorative ceremony to be held in memory of the Honourable Murray Sinclair
• National Flag of Canada half-masting notice