To perform ceremonial roles as required by our Constitution..steve can take it from there.
Which governor-general? The governor-general of Canada is in a different position than the governor-general of Australia.
michaelle jean is a Governor general of Canada !
Canada does not have a president. Canada has a Prime Minister (head of government) and a Governor General (head of state).
As per the Office of the Secretary to the Governor General of Canada, Canada does not use a hyphen for "Governor General".
Constitutionally, the Governor General is the chief executive officer and commander-in-chief of Canada, and carries out the government of Canada in the Queen's name. The Governor General's role is to carry out the functions of goverment. Actual decision making and debate is left to politicians, but the Governor General does have to grant assent to all legislation issued by Parliament or the Cabinet, call elections and referendums, appoint officials such as ministers and senators, conduct diplomatic relations with other governments, ect... Generally, the Governor General performs these duties on the advice of the Prime Minister, but the Governor General can exercise discretion in some cases, and always has the right to be informed and give advice to the ministers. The Governor General represents the Queen in Canada, and most of the Queen's authority has been delegated to the Governor General as her personal representative. The Governor General plays an important role in granting Canadian honours, and participates in civilian and military ceremonies throughout the country and abroad. The Governor General also represents Canada internationally by conducting state visits.
The Governor General of Canada earns CAD $129,800 per annum.
The Governor General of Canada in 2018 was Julie Payette. She was appointed on October 2, 2017, and served as the 29th Governor General. A former astronaut and engineer, Payette brought a diverse background to the role, representing the Queen in Canada and performing various ceremonial duties. She concluded her term in January 2021.
As of my last update, the Governor General of Canada is Mary Simon, who took office in July 2021. The Governor General serves as the representative of the monarch in Canada, performing ceremonial duties, signing bills into law, and representing Canada at official events both domestically and internationally. The role also involves promoting national unity and engaging with various communities across the country. Additionally, the Governor General plays a key role in upholding the Constitution and ensuring the continuity of government.
In what year? ========== Upper Canada had a Lieutenant Governor.
Her Majesty the Queen of Canada appoints the Governor General (on the advice of the prime minister).
Queen Elizabeth II is the queen of Canada in an entirely separate role than her role as the Queen of England. She has a role in Parliament, although she is usually represented by a Governor General.
David Johnston is the Governor General for 2011.