Mary Simon
Mary Simon is a Canadian politician and the first Indigenous Governor General of Canada, appointed in July 2021. As a prominent advocate for Indigenous rights and issues, Simon has played a crucial role in promoting reconciliation and understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians. Recently, she was in the news for signing the ordinance that terminated Buffy Sainte-Marie's appointment to the Order of Canada amid controversies surrounding Sainte-Marie's claimed Indigenous heritage.
Born on Aug 21, 1947 (79 years old)
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Canada:
Mary Simon is Canada’s first Indigenous and 30th Governor General, who has presided over the event since her appointment in 2021.
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Uzbekistan:
Furqat Sidiqov presented his credentials to Canadian Governor General Mary Simon in June 2023.
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Canada:
Mary Simon is the current governor general of Canada who was represented by Michaelle Jean during the ceremony for Marilyn Brooks.
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United Kingdom:
Former governor general Mary Simon stated it was inappropriate for a prime minister to live on the grounds of Rideau Hall.
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Canada:
Ms. Simon made the appointments on April 17, acting on the recommendations of an advisory council on the order.
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Canada:
Mary Simon, a former governor-general, stated it was inappropriate for prime ministers to live at Rideau Cottage.
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Canada:
Former governor-general Mary Simon marked the opening of the Canadian consulate in Nuuk, Greenland.
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Canada:
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon attended the ceremony unveiling the model dog sled.
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Canada:
The intensity of news coverage reached a crescendo Friday night, with a public vigil attended by Governor-General Mary Simon.
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Croatia:
Mary Simon is the first Indigenous Governor General of Canada who attended the reception for the new consulate.
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