Simon’s appointment represents hope and change

The muted and negative responses in Quebec about Mary Simon’s appointment as Canada's Governor General are somewhat galling, and here’s why.

The GG's role can be wielded in ways that influences national discourse, and there is no doubt that Mary Simon has the skill to do just that. Indigenous kids will have a strong role model in her on how to change the world, writes Rose LeMay. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Opinion

BY ROSE LEMAY

July 12, 2021

OTTAWA—Mary Simon’s appointment represents the type of change required for reconciliation. Known as simply Mary to many Inuit, the position of governor general is in a long list of firsts for her life's achievements. There are two special accomplishments built in the appointment of governor ge...

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