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 (78 years old)
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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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Canada:
Governor-General Mary Simon sent her deepest condolences to Tumbler Ridge.
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Canada:
Governor-General Mary Simon said she and her husband send their deepest condolences to the community.
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Canada:
Governor-General Mary Simon said in a statement that she and her husband Whit Fraser send their deepest condolences to the community.
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Romania:
Mary Simon is the first Native American representative to officially represent King Charles III.
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Canada:
Governor-General Mary Simon accompanied Anita Anand at the consulate opening ceremony.
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Belarus:
Mary Simon, the Governor General of Canada, stated that the opening of the consulate strengthens diplomatic ties.
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Canada:
Governor-General Mary Simon expressed her concerns about U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments regarding Greenland.
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