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The Governor General of Canada

The Governor General of Canada

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon

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Governor General

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The role has transformed over time, alongside the evolution of Canada as a sovereign and independent nation. As the country’s oldest public office, the position dates back more than 400 years, to 1608, when Samuel de Champlain fulfilled duties and responsibilities that would eventually become those of modern-day governors general.

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  • Governor General Mary Simon

    Governor General Mary Simon

    Mary Simon is the first Indigenous governor general in Canada since Confederation. She was installed as the 30th governor general of Canada on July 26, 2021.
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    Role and Responsibilities

    Our system of government is a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary democracy. His Majesty King Charles III is King of Canada and Head of State. The Governor General is the representative of The King in Canada.
  • Governor General Mary Simon sits in a red chair, while holding a book and smiling at child who is standing beside her.

    Priorities

    Ms. Simon was installed as Canada’s first Indigenous governor general during a historic ceremony in the Senate of Canada. During her speech, she identified reconciliation, mental health and wellness, diversity and inclusion and nature and environment as mandate priorities.
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    Former Governors General

    Since 1867, Canada has been served by 30 governors general, each of whom has arrived in office with a unique personal story and background. The blending of the institutional with the individual is one of the qualities that makes the office of governor general unique and effective, allowing Canadians to connect with the office on a personal level.
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