The new Canadian order and the next governor general

Looking through the lens of national unity, Prime Minister Mark Carney would be wise to appoint someone from Alberta, who is ready to deal with a crisis on their first day in office.
In all likelihood, Prime Minister Mark Carney will appoint a new governor general this year to replace Mary Simon, writes Adam Dodek. In Ottawa, names are already being floated including Beverley McLachlin, Chris Hadfield, Rosalie Abella, Phil Fontaine, and others.The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
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BY ADAM DODEK
February 13, 2026

In remarks that are reverberating at home and abroad, Prime Minister Mark Carney declare...

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