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Samuel de Champlain
The office’s origins reach back to New France. Champlain performed several responsibilities of a governor without officially holding the title, a legacy distinct from today’s federal office.
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Our Representatives
The Governor General represents His Majesty the King in Canada, while the ten Lieutenant Governors represent the Crown in each province.
Representative of His Majesty in Canada
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour
C.C., C.M.M., C.O.M., G.O.Q., C.D. — Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada
The Governor General represents His Majesty the King of Canada at the federal level. The office is at the heart of the country's constitutional continuity and, on behalf of the Sovereign, carries out numerous parliamentary, ceremonial and military functions.
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour was sworn in on 8 June 2026 as Canada's 31st Governor General.
A Career in Law and Human Rights
Born in Montréal, Louise Arbour earned her law degree at the Université de Montréal in 1970. Following an academic and judicial career in Ontario, she served as Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Tribunals for the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda from 1996 to 1999.
She served on the Supreme Court of Canada from 1999 to 2004, then as United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights from 2004 to 2008. Her career also includes leading the International Crisis Group and a United Nations mandate on international migration.
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🏛️ Parliament
She opens parliamentary sessions and reads the Speech from the Throne, which sets out the government’s priorities. She also summons, prorogues and dissolves Parliament, generally on the advice of the Prime Minister.
She opens parliamentary sessions and reads the Speech from the Throne, which sets out the government’s priorities. She also summons, prorogues and dissolves Parliament, generally on the advice of the Prime Minister.
📜 Royal Assent
Once the House of Commons and the Senate have passed identical wording, Royal Assent turns the bill into law. Its provisions may nevertheless come into force at a later date.
Once the House of Commons and the Senate have passed identical wording, Royal Assent turns the bill into law. Its provisions may nevertheless come into force at a later date.
🎖️ Honours
She presents honours recognizing volunteering, bravery, service or excellence. These ceremonies highlight contributions that benefit communities and the country.
She presents honours recognizing volunteering, bravery, service or excellence. These ceremonies highlight contributions that benefit communities and the country.
🛡️ Commander-in-Chief
She maintains the link between the Crown and the Armed Forces, visits military personnel and recognizes their service. Direction and management of the Forces rest with the Chief of the Defence Staff, under the authority of the Minister.
She maintains the link between the Crown and the Armed Forces, visits military personnel and recognizes their service. Direction and management of the Forces rest with the Chief of the Defence Staff, under the authority of the Minister.
Historical Milestones
The Office of Governor General
From the origins in New France to today’s officeholders: explore fourteen milestones by scrolling through the cards.
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1867
Lord Monck
With Confederation, Lord Monck becomes Canada’s first Governor General. He had previously been Governor of British North America.
Official source →1893
Lord Stanley
Lord Stanley donates a trophy for Canada’s best amateur hockey club. It will become the famous Stanley Cup.
Official source →1931
Lord Bessborough
His installation is the first broadcast by radio across the country. In 1932, he inaugurates the trans-Canada telephone network by calling the Lieutenant Governors.
Official source →1947
The Letters Patent
George VI authorizes the Governor General to exercise the Sovereign’s powers concerning Canada within the framework of the Letters Patent. They also establish the office’s role as Commander-in-Chief.
Official source →1952
Vincent Massey
Vincent Massey becomes the first Canadian-born person appointed Governor General. Since this appointment, all holders of the office have been Canadian citizens.
Official source →1959
Georges Vanier
A military officer and diplomat, Georges Vanier takes office. With Pauline Vanier, he supports young people and families; their 1964 conference helps lead to the creation of the Vanier Institute of the Family.
Official source →1967
Roland Michener
Roland Michener takes office during the centennial of Confederation. His term begins in a year filled with celebrations and visits by dignitaries.
Official source →1984
Jeanne Sauvé
Jeanne Sauvé becomes Canada’s first woman Governor General. She had also been the first woman elected Speaker of the House of Commons and champions young people and peace.
Official source →1995
Roméo LeBlanc
Born in Memramcook, New Brunswick, Roméo LeBlanc is the first Acadian Governor General and the first from the Maritimes. He arrives at Rideau Hall after a career in teaching, journalism and public life.
Official source →1999
Adrienne Clarkson
Born in Hong Kong, Adrienne Clarkson arrives in Canada with her family as a refugee in 1942. She becomes Governor General in 1999.
Official source →2005
Michaëlle Jean
Born in Haiti, Michaëlle Jean arrives in Canada in 1968 with her family, who are fleeing dictatorship. She takes office in 2005.
Official source →2021
Mary Simon
Sworn in on 26 July 2021, Mary Simon becomes Canada’s first Indigenous Governor General. Her career is shaped by advocacy for Inuit rights and work on Arctic issues.
Official source →2026
Louise Arbour
Louise Arbour becomes the 31st Governor General on 8 June 2026. Her career spans Canadian justice, international criminal law and the defence of human rights.
Official source →Constitutional and Public Service
Principal Responsibilities of the Governor General
Parliamentary Life
Summoning brings Parliament together; prorogation ends a session; dissolution ends a Parliament and leads to an election. At the opening of a session, the Governor General reads the Speech from the Throne, written by the government to announce its priorities.
Royal Assent
When both chambers have passed a bill in the same terms, Royal Assent completes its legislative journey. Assent may be granted at a ceremony or by written declaration; the law’s provisions determine when it comes into force.
Honours
Honours such as the Order of Canada, Decorations for Bravery and the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers recognize different forms of merit. By presenting them, the Governor General publicly acknowledges people whose actions inspire others.
Diplomacy
She welcomes heads of state and receives new ambassadors’ letters of credence, documents that formally establish their mission in Canada. Through state visits and official visits abroad, she helps strengthen Canada’s relationships with its partners.
Armed Forces
She signs officers’ commissions, presents military honours and participates in remembrance ceremonies. Her visits to units and meetings with families express the country’s appreciation for military personnel; operational orders pass through the military chain of command.
Communities
By visiting regions and meeting people from all walks of life, she highlights local initiatives and encourages dialogue. She promotes volunteering and community service, bringing Canadians together around shared experiences and concerns.
Representatives of the King in the Provinces
The Ten Lieutenant Governors
Each province has a Lieutenant Governor appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister of Canada. They represent His Majesty the King in their province.
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British Columbia
The Honourable Wendy Cocchia
Official website →Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia
Prince Edward Island
The Honourable Wassim Salamoun
Official website →Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island
Saskatchewan
The Honourable Bernadette McIntyre
Official website →Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan
Newfoundland and Labrador
The Honourable Joan Marie J. Aylward
Official website →Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador
Constitutional role: Lieutenant Governors represent the King in their province, swear in governments, open legislative sessions and grant Royal Assent to provincial laws.
The Three Territories
Territorial Commissioners
The Commissioners perform several functions comparable to those of Lieutenant Governors, but they are not representatives of His Majesty the King. They are appointed by the Governor in Council.
Northwest Territories
The Honourable Gerald W. (Gerry) Kisoun
Official website →Commissioner of the Northwest Territories
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The Crown Across the Country
Canada, From Coast to Coast
From Rideau Hall to the ten provinces, the institutions of the Crown provide a constitutional and ceremonial presence across Canada. In the three territories, Commissioners perform several comparable functions within territorial government.
Political map of Canada — provinces, territories and capitals.
Further reading: constitutional responsibilities · Commander-in-Chief · honours · diplomacy · legislative process · National Defence Act, section 18.
Institutional sources: Office of the Governor General of Canada, provincial vice-regal offices and territorial governments.
Portraits: Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Quebec (Manon Jeannotte); Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island (Wassim Salamoun);
Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan (Bernadette McIntyre); Government House of Newfoundland and Labrador (Joan Marie Aylward);
Government of New Brunswick (Louise Imbeault); Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories (Gerald W. Kisoun);
Office of the Commissioner of Yukon (Adeline Webber). Other portraits and visuals: institutional sources and Wikimedia Commons according to the credits on their respective pages.
Political map of Canada: Wikimedia Commons, public domain.
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The Crown in Canada
An institution at the heart of Canada's history, Constitution and identity.
The Crown
An institution woven into Canada's history
Canada is a constitutional monarchy. The Crown in Canada was first established by the kings of France in the 16th century, when Canada formed part of the Kingdom of France. Kings and queens of France and Britain have reigned over Canada since 1534. Under Canada's sovereigns, the country evolved from a French colony into an independent nation. Today, the Crown remains at the heart of our democratic institutions: it is a source of lawful authority, a symbol of historical continuity and a unifying institution for Canadians regardless of origin, language or region.
Historical Milestones
The Historical Evolution of the Crown in Canada
1534
Beginning of the French monarchical connection in Canadian history.
1760
The British Crown succeeds the French Crown.
1867
Confederation and the creation of the Dominion of Canada.
1931
The Statute of Westminster recognizes Canada's legislative independence.
1953
Elizabeth II formally receives the title “Queen of Canada.”
1982
Patriation of the Canadian Constitution.
2022
Charles III succeeds Queen Elizabeth II as King of Canada.
A Canadian Crown
A Crown distinct from the British monarchy
Although the same Sovereign reigns simultaneously over Canada, the United Kingdom and several other Commonwealth realms, the Canadian Crown is legally distinct from the British Crown. The King of Canada acts solely on the advice of his Canadian ministers and within the framework of the Canadian Constitution, independently of his role in the United Kingdom.
Head of State
Canada's Head of State
In today's constitutional monarchy, His Majesty King Charles III is King of Canada and Canada's Head of State. He is the embodiment of the Crown in Canada. Within our system of government, authority is vested in the Crown, while elected governments exercise that authority in the name and for the benefit of the people.
A Living Institution
A Constitutional, Symbolic and Unifying Role
Constitutional
The Crown ensures the continuity of the State, grants Royal Assent to legislation, summons and dissolves Parliament, and contributes to the proper functioning of parliamentary government.
Symbolic
It embodies values of service, stability and continuity that transcend governments and partisan allegiance.
Unifying
It unites Canadians around shared institutions and remains present in the oaths taken by new citizens, parliamentarians, members of the military and police officers.
Continuity and Adaptation
A Monarchy That Has Evolved With Canadian Identity
Far from being static, the Canadian monarchy has continually adapted to the country's evolving identity. It has embraced official bilingualism, recognized Canada's cultural and Indigenous diversity, and strengthened its connection with citizens through an active presence in communities, the Canadian Armed Forces and charitable organizations.
Institutions
The Crown in Our System of Government
The King of Canada
His Majesty King Charles III is Canada's Sovereign and Head of State.
The Governor General
The Governor General represents the Crown at the federal level and performs many functions on behalf of the King.
The Lieutenant Governors
The ten Lieutenant Governors represent the Crown in each of the provinces.
The Parliament of Canada
The Parliament of Canada consists of the King, the Senate and the House of Commons.
Institutional source referenced on the current page: Government of Canada.
The Canadian Royal Family
The Sovereign and Principal Members of the Royal Family
14 novembre 1948
Sa Majesté le Roi Charles III
King of Canada, the United Kingdom and 13 other Commonwealth realms.
17 juillet 1947
Her Majesty Queen Camilla
Queen of Canada, the United Kingdom and 13 other Commonwealth realms.
21 juin 1982
H.R.H. The Prince of Wales
Prince William is first in the line of succession to the Canadian Throne.
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H.R.H. The Princess of Wales
Princess Catherine is widely recognized for her commitment to numerous charitable causes.
The Next Generation
The Children of the Prince and Princess of Wales
Second in the line of succession
H.R.H. Prince George of Wales
Third in the line of succession
H.R.H. Princess Charlotte of Wales
Fourth in the line of succession
H.R.H. Prince Louis of Wales
The Monarch
His Majesty King Charles III, King of Canada
Canada is a constitutional monarchy. Since 1534, when the King of France claimed what is now Canada, our country's history has been marked by the successive reigns of French and British monarchs who profoundly influenced its development.
Queen Elizabeth II was the first Sovereign of Canada to be distinctly proclaimed Queen of Canada; in 1953, the Royal Style and Titles Act formally conferred upon her the title “Queen of Canada.” On 8 September 2022, she died peacefully at Balmoral Castle. His Majesty King Charles III succeeded her.
As the living embodiment of the Crown, the King unites Canadians, inspires a shared sense of belonging to our country and strengthens our national identity. New Canadians, Members of Parliament, military personnel and police officers swear an oath of allegiance to the King.
A Global Queen
70 Years of Devotion
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - 1926-2022
70
years of reign
22
official visits to Canada
1982
patriation of the Constitution
For more than seven decades, Queen Elizabeth II embodied service, continuity and duty. Her reign spanned profound social, political and technological change while maintaining a constant bond with Canada and its people.
The reign of Elizabeth II profoundly shaped the evolution of modern Canada. During her reign, Canada patriated its Constitution in 1982, a defining moment when the Queen herself came to Ottawa for the proclamation of the Constitution Act. She was also present for major national milestones, including the Centennial of Confederation in 1967 and the Montreal Olympic Games in 1976.
Over the course of her 22 official visits to Canada, Queen Elizabeth II developed a special relationship with Canadians, visiting every province and several territories. Her commitment to public and voluntary service made her a symbol of stability and continuity throughout her 70-year reign.
70 Years of Service
Throughout her reign, the Queen championed public and voluntary service around the world. Until late in her life, she was patron of more than 600 charities and organizations, including 36 in Canada, and she passed this sense of service on to members of the Royal Family.
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