David Johnston is the Governor General of Canada because the Queen appointed him on the recommendation of Prime Minister Stephen Harper. The Prime Minster recommended him based on his nomination by a committee that was tasked with deciding who should be the Governor General of Canada. David Johnston was chosen due to his non-partisan reputation, his experience in the academic and corporate worlds, and his dedication to public service.
The Governor General is David Lloyd Johnston.
David Johnston will likely be Governor General for five years, though it can be extended, since the Governor General serves at the Queen's pleasure.
Governor General of Canada, Holder name is David Lloyd Johnston
His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston is the Governor General of Canada.
David Johnston is the Governor General for 2011.
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David Johnston is the current Governor General of Canada, assuming office October 1, 2010. His predecessor was Michaëlle Jean.
David Johnston took office October 1, 2010.
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The Queen's representative in Canada is the "Governor General". At the momenth this particular position belongs to David Johnston.
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