Governor General of Canada
The Canadian Governor General is the representative of the Queen in Canada. Learn about the role and services provided by the Governor General and about current and past Canadian Governors General.
Governor General Michaëlle Jean
A broadcaster and social activist, Michaëlle Jean is the first black Governor General of Canada.
A broadcaster and social activist, Michaëlle Jean is the first black Governor General of Canada.
Role of Governor General of Canada
The duties and responsibilities of the Governor General of Canada as the representative of the Queen in Canada.
The duties and responsibilities of the Governor General of Canada as the representative of the Queen in Canada.
Governors General Since Confederation
Governors General of Canada and their terms of office since Canadian Confederation in 1867.
Governors General of Canada and their terms of office since Canadian Confederation in 1867.
Vincent Massey - First Canadian-born Governor General of Canada
Biography of Vincent Massey, the first Governor General of Canada born in Canada.
Biography of Vincent Massey, the first Governor General of Canada born in Canada.
Georges Vanier - First French-Canadian Governor General of Canada
Biography of Georges Vanier, World War I hero, diplomat and the first French-Canadian Governor General of Canada.
Biography of Georges Vanier, World War I hero, diplomat and the first French-Canadian Governor General of Canada.
Jeanne Sauvé - First Woman Governor General of Canada
Jeanne Sauvé, Governor General of Canada and Speaker of the House of Commons - biography, professional, political and government background.
Jeanne Sauvé, Governor General of Canada and Speaker of the House of Commons - biography, professional, political and government background.
Rideau Hall
The official residence of the Governor General of Canada.
The official residence of the Governor General of Canada.
Order of Canada
How to nominate a deserving Canadian for the Order of Canada, the country's highest honour for lifetime achievement.
How to nominate a deserving Canadian for the Order of Canada, the country's highest honour for lifetime achievement.
Canadian Parliament Glossary
Definitions of Canadian government terms relating to Parliament in Canada.
Definitions of Canadian government terms relating to Parliament in Canada.
Canadian Monarchy Glossary
Definitions of Canadian government terms related to the monarchy in Canada.
Definitions of Canadian government terms related to the monarchy in Canada.
Governor General of Canada
Official site of Canadian Governor General Michaëlle Jean. Information on history, honours and heraldry.
Official site of Canadian Governor General Michaëlle Jean. Information on history, honours and heraldry.
Congratulations Messages
Arrange congratulations from the Canadian Governor General or the Queen for significant birthdays, anniversaries, and community milestones. From the official site of the Governor General of Canada.
Arrange congratulations from the Canadian Governor General or the Queen for significant birthdays, anniversaries, and community milestones. From the official site of the Governor General of Canada.