The first Canadian-born Governor General was Vincent Massey.
The first Canadian appointed as governor general was Vincent Massey, who took office in 1952. His appointment marked a significant milestone, as he was the first Canadian-born individual to hold this position, which had traditionally been occupied by British nobles. Massey served until 1959, contributing to the establishment of a more Canadian identity in the role.
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No. The people have absolutely no say in who is offered the position of Governor-General. The Governor-general is appointed by the Queen, on the advice and recommendation of the Prime Minister.
The first Canadian Governor General was Lord Monck, who was appointed in 1867 when the Dominion of Canada was established. He served from July 1, 1867, until 1868. Monck's role was to represent the British Crown in Canada, and he played a crucial part in the early governance of the newly confederated provinces.
No. The people have absolutely no say in who is offered the position of Governor-General. The Governor-general is appointed by the Queen, on the advice and recommendation of the Prime Minister.
Yes, but this requirement goes back only to the 1960s when the first Canadian-born Governor General was appointed or when the first francophone one was (General Georges Vanier).
US President Lincoln appointed Nathaniel P. Banks, the governor of Massachusetts to the position of general. He was to raise an army from his state and be available to lead a sea-land expedition to retake Texas for the Union.
Canadian senators are appointed by the Prime Minister, they are not elected (although there are plans to reform the Senate).
Senate of Canada is a part of Canadian parliament along with House of Commons and Governor General, who is representative of the monarch. Senate has 105 members who are nominated by governor general on the advice of prime minister and not elected by Canadian citizens through elections. Senators can generally serve till the age of 75.
The Governor General is appointed by the Queen on advice of the Prime Minister and not elected.
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Quentin Bryce was appointed as Australia's Governor General in April of 2008, and she was sworn in to office in September of that year.