Governor General to present the new Mary May Simon Cup at the Canadian Ringette Championships

April 3, 2025

Ottawa, Ontario—Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will present the inaugural Mary May Simon Cup, which is named in her honour, following the gold medal game at the Canadian Ringette Championships. It will be the first time a National Ringette League trophy has featured the Inuktitut language. 

As a sport invented in Canada and growing in popularity, ringette is a source of national pride. Bringing young women athletes from across the country together, the championships celebrate outstanding athletic achievement and Canada’s sports heritage.

Find more information about the Canadian Ringette Championships

Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Centre Slush Puppie, 500 Bd de la Cité, Gatineau, Quebec

Notes for Media:

Media information
Rideau Hall Press Office
media@gg.ca

Ringette Canada
Jenni Lloyd
Communications, Engagement and Marketing Director
jenni@ringette.ca

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