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Carney appoints Louise Arbour as Canada's new governor general
Mark Carney has appointed Louise Arbour to serve as Canada’s governor general. Arbour will represent King Charles and fulfill ceremonial and constitutional responsibilities. (sources: theguardian, ft, bbc, cbc)
ModernAction Briefing
Louise Arbour has been appointed as Canada’s new governor general, succeeding the previous officeholder. She is recognized for her legal career, including her role as a former supreme court justice and international prosecutor.
- Louise Arbour will represent King Charles in Canada.
- Arbour has a distinguished legal background, including serving as a supreme court justice.
- The appointment was made by Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carney.
Why it matters
The appointment of a new governor general is significant for Canada's ceremonial and constitutional framework.
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