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Role and Responsibilities
Constitutional Responsibilities
Commander-in-Chief
Represent Canada
Encourage Excellence
Bring Canadians Together
Grant Armorial Bearings
Bring Canadians Together
The governor general plays a key...
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FrançaisContact UsHome
Role and Responsibilities
Constitutional Responsibilities
Commander-in-Chief
Represent Canada
Encourage Excellence
Bring Canadians Together
Grant Armorial Bearings
Bring Canadians Together
The governor general plays a key role in promoting national identity by supporting and promoting
Canadian values, diversity, inclusion, culture and heritage.
The governor general travels extensively across Canada, taking part in a variety of events, meeting
Canadians in their communities and discussing issues of local and national concern.
The governor
general encourages Canadians to build a compassionate society and to work together to create strong
and generous communities.
By meeting with Canadians during visits or activities held at either of the
two official residences, taking part in community activities, and listening to the concerns of
Canadians, the governor general encourages dialogue, promotes national identity and fosters national
unity.
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