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Governor-general (plural governors-general ), or governor general [note 1] (plural governors general ), is the title of an office-holder. In the context of governors-general and former British colonies, governors-general are appointed as viceroy to represent the monarch of a personal union in any sovereign state over which the monarch does not ...
governor-general, official set over a number of other officers, each of whom holds the title of governor or lieutenant governor. An alternative term sometimes used is governor in chief. The office has been used by most colonial powers but is perhaps best known among the countries of the Commonwealth. In British constitutional practice, the ...
The governor general of Canada (French: gouverneure générale du Canada) is the federal representative of the Canadian monarch, currently King Charles III. The king or queen of Canada is also monarch and head of state of 14 other Commonwealth realms and lives in the United Kingdom.
The current governor-general is David Hurley, having been appointed on 1 July 2019. [4] [5] Samantha Mostyn has been chosen by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to be the next governor-general, beginning 1 July 2024. [6]
Governor General. Governor General Mary Simon. Biography; Official Photo; Coat of Arms; Insignia; His Excellency Whit Fraser, C.C. Role and Responsibilities. Constitutional Duties; Commander-in-chief; Represent Canada; Encourage excellence; Bring Canadians Together; Former Governors General; Crown. Sovereign and Royal Family; Tribute to Queen ...
Home. About the Governor-General. The role of the Governor-General. The Governor-General of Australia is His Majesty The King’s representative . In practice, they are Australia’s Head of State and have a range of constitutional and ceremonial duties. The Governor-General is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force.
Governor General. Governor General Mary Simon. Biography; Official Photo; Coat of Arms; Insignia; His Excellency Whit Fraser, C.C. Role and Responsibilities. Constitutional Duties; Commander-in-chief; Represent Canada; Encourage excellence; Bring Canadians Together; Former Governors General; Crown. Sovereign and Royal Family; Tribute to Queen ...
