Whit Fraser
Whit Fraser is a Canadian journalist and the husband of Governor General Mary Simon, who is representing Canada at the funeral of Pope Francis. He brings a wealth of experience in media and public relations, contributing to the Canadian delegation's efforts to honor the late pope's legacy of compassion and reconciliation.
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Canada· 2026-03-06
Governor-General Mary Simon mentioned her husband Whit Fraser in her statement of condolences.
Emotional Carney says nation mourns with Tumbler Ridge, B.C., after deadly school shootingCanada· 2026-02-11
Governor-General Mary Simon said in a statement that she and her husband Whit Fraser send their deepest condolences to the community.
Live updates: Leaders react to Tumbler Ridge mass shooting, Carney to deliver speech in House of CommonsCanada· 2026-02-11
Whit Fraser accompanied Mary Simon during her reception.
Canciller De la Fuente recibe en el AIFA a Mary Simon, gobernadora general de Canadá
Mexico· 2026-01-19
Whit Fraser was present with his wife, Mary Simon, to meet the royal couple.
Honour guard, 21-gun salute among pageantry during King Charles’s final day in CanadaCanada· 2025-05-27
Whit Fraser is the husband of Governor-General Mary Simon.
Throne Speech from King Charles asserts Canada’s sovereignty, outlines plans for investments, defenceCanada· 2025-05-27
Whit Fraser is the husband of Governor-General Mary Simon.
Live updates: King Charles set to deliver the Throne Speech today, opening ParliamentCanada· 2025-05-27
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon is leading Canada’s delegation alongside her husband Whit Fraser and Senate Speaker Raymonde Gagné.
Pope Francis’s funeral to unite people from different backgrounds and faithsCanada· 2025-04-26
