Governor General Mary Simon is standing behind a clear podium. She is speaking. The Canadian flag and a flag representing the Royal Canadian Air Force are displayed behind her.

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Governor General

The Governor General is a key figure in Canadian parliamentary democracy. Learn about the role and responsibilities of the representative of the Sovereign, Canada’s head of State.

Letter to Canadians from the Governor General

Governor General Simon sits next to His Holiness Pope Francis in a room at GGCitadelle. He is holding one of her hands. She has a book open in her lap. — Message following the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis

Books on a table. The background is blurred. — Governor General’s Literary Awards

Supreme Court of Canada’s 150th anniversary Symposium

InvestInYourself Youth Summit

Governor General Mary Simon speaks with Lisa LaFlamme sitting in chairs in the Ballroom — Fostering Respect in a Digital World

Rideau Hall

Governor General Simon and King Charles III sitting in chairs. There is a fireplace behind them. — Sovereign and Royal Family

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