Governor General of Canada to visit Medicine Hat for Special Olympics Canada Summer GamesBy Anna Smith on August 7, 2026. Share this story:The Governor General of Canada, the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, will be travelling to Medicine Hat early next week to attend the 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games.This will mark Arbour’s first visit to the city and the first time a Governor General will attend the Special Olympics Canada Summer Games.As part of her time in Medicine Hat, Arbour will deliver remarks at the opening ceremony, meet with coaches, families and friends as well as support athletes in various events as they compete.She will also take this opportunity to thank the many volunteers whose dedication is making the Games possible.See Saturday’s News for more on the announcement.-1