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Mary Jeannie May Simon CC CMM COM OQ CD (in Inuktitut syllabics: ᒥᐊᓕ ᓴᐃᒪᓐ; Inuktitut: Ningiukudluk; born August 21, 1947) is a Canadian civil servant, diplomat, and former broadcaster who has served as the 30th governor general of Canada since July 26, 2021.
Learn about the life and achievements of Mary Simon, who was sworn in as Canada's 30th governor general in 2021. She is a prominent Inuk leader, diplomat and advocate for Arctic and Indigenous issues.
Learn about Mary Simon, the first Indigenous governor general of Canada since Confederation, and her work on Arctic and Indigenous issues. Find out more about her official photo, coat of arms, insignia and spouse.
Jul 6, 2021 · Learn about the life and achievements of Mary Simon, the Inuk leader and former diplomat who will become Canada's first Indigenous governor general. Find out how she advocated for Inuit rights and culture, negotiated landmark agreements and became the first Inuk ambassador.
Sep 10, 2021 · Mary Simon. Article by John Boyko. Published Online September 10, 2021. Last Edited September 10, 2021. Mary Jeannie May Simon (Ningiukudluk); diplomat, civil servant, (born 21 August 1947 in Kangirsualujjuaq, Nunavik, QC ). Simon is an advocate for international cooperation in the Arctic and Indigenous education and rights.
Jul 26, 2021 · Mary Simon, an Inuk from Kuujjuaq in Quebec, was sworn in as Canada's 30th governor general today. She praised Canadians' selflessness and vowed to work on reconciliation, climate change and mental health.
Jul 6, 2021 · Inuk leader Mary Simon will be Canada's 30th Governor General, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Tuesday. She is making history as the first Indigenous person in this country to take on...
