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The governor general is a key figure in Canada’s parliamentary democracy. Learn more about the Governor General’s role and responsibilities during these extraordinary times, and how Canadians are coming together in the face of adversity.

Speech from the Throne

Buffy Sainte-Marie speaks at a podium. A photo of her new commemorative stamp is visible behind her. — Governor General participates in the unveiling of a commemorative stamp

Governor General Mary Simon is sitting at a table. A notebook is open in front of her. The flag of Canada and the flag of the Canadian Armed Forces can be seen behind her. — Governor General Honours Members of the Canadian Armed Forces

State Visit to the Federal Republic of Germany

The Governor General and the President of Kosovo pose for a photo. Behind them are flags from Canada and Kosovo. Both are wearing masks. — Meeting with the President of the Republic of Kosovo

Their Excellencies stand with a group of finalists at the 2021 Sobey Art Award ceremony. — 2021 Sobey Art Award

Governor General Mary Simon — Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon

Governor General Presented with First Poppy

Remembrance Day 2021

The Governor General addresses the crowd from the podium. She is wearing a blue parka pinned with a poppy. — International Inuit Day Event and Annie Pootoogook Park Naming Ceremony

Official photo of His Excellency Whit Grant Fraser. Bookshelves are visible in the background. — His Excellency Whit Grant Fraser

Governor General invests 97 members of the Canadian military into the Order of Military Merit

Governor General Mary May Simon is laying a wreath at the base of the National Aboriginal Veterans Monument. Feathers are visible on the left side of the photo. Trees and a small crowd wearing masks are visible in the background. — Annual Ceremony of Remembrance for Indigenous Veterans

Newly appointed governor general Mary May Simon does an inspection of the Guards. — Installation Day of Canada’s 30th Governor General

Nominate Someone for a Canadian Honour

View of driveway leading up to Rideau Hall. Fall colours. — The Grounds of Rideau Hall: Opening Hours

Governor General Mary May Simon is seated at a table signing a book. — Swearing-In Ceremony of Members of the Canadian Ministry

View of artwork on the far wall of the Ballroom at Rideau Hall. — Point de rencontre by Jean Paul Riopelle: Now at Rideau Hall

An Updated Register to mark the 100th Anniversary of the Arms of Canada

Entrance to the Citadelle. Sign above reads Gouverneur Général. — The Citadelle