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Encouraging excellence is one of the roles and responsibilities of a governor general. The governor general presents national honours and awards to recognize people who have demonstrated valour, bravery, excellence or exceptional dedication to service that brings credit to the country.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, Governor General of Canada, was sworn in on June 8, 2026. She is the 31st governor general of Canada.

The Honourable Louise Arbour, C.C., G.O.Q. Professional Experience 2021 to 2022 Independent External Comprehensive Review of policies, procedures, programs and culture within DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) 2017 to 2018 United Nations Special Representative of The Secretary General for Inter...

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, Governor General of Canada, was sworn in on June 8, 2026. She is the 31st governor general of Canada.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, presented the 2026 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards (GGPAA) to seven laureates.

Today marked a historic occasion, as Governor General Designate Louise Arbour was received in her first audience by His Majesty King Charles III.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour was installed as the 31st governor general of Canada during a historic ceremony that took place in the Senate Chamber.

Each year, the Governor General participates in numerous activities and engagements.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, Governor General of Canada, attended Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Toronto.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, Governor General of Canada, presented the 2025 Michener Awards during a ceremony at Rideau Hall.

The Governor General welcomed His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V to Rideau Hall on his first official visit to Canada since acceding as the Aga Khan in February 2025.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, met with His Excellency Cai‑Göran Alexander Stubb, President of Finland, at Rideau Hall.

Governor General Mary Simon recognized the outstanding contributions of Canada’s top innovators during the Governor General’s Innovation Awards ceremony at Rideau Hall.

Governor General Mary Simon travelled to Montreal to attend the Change of Command ceremony and deliver remarks.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada attended the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues today where she delivered a keynote address.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, presented the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers to 39 recipients during a ceremony in the Ballroom at Rideau Hall.