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The Governor General of Canada

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette

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        • Non-Article 5 NATO Medal for Service on NATO Operation “Unified Protector - Libya” (2011- )
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        • Non-Article 5 NATO Medal for service on operations and activities approved by the North Atlantic Council in relation to Africa (2008- )
        • Non-Article 5 NATO Medal for the NATO Training Mission in Iraq (2004- )
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Represent. Serve. Honour. Showcase.

As Canada’s 29th governor general, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette is a key figure in Canada's parliamentary democracy. Follow her official program and learn more about her role and responsibilities.

The Governor General signs a document.
The Dissolution of Parliament and the Calling of an Election
Move for What Matters! 5 km Walk Run Roll
Visit to Lévis, Quebec
photo of Order of Canada medals
Order of Canada at Rideau Hall
Visit to the Netherlands and Poland
View of the Îles-de-la-Madeleine.
Visit to Prince Edward Island and the Îles-de-la-Madeleine
A picture of various medals.
Governor General Honours Remarkable Canadians at Rideau Hall
What to See and Do
Apply for a Coat of Arms, Flag, Badge
Apply for a Coat of Arms, Flag, Badge
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