Category Archives: National
Canada’s first Inuk governor general, Mary Simon, sparks hope for new relationship
OTTAWA — When Mary Simon uttered her first words as Canada's next governor general in her native language of Inuktitut, a collective thrill was felt among many Inuit and other Indigenous people across Canada, recognizing it as a moment to
‘She knows where she comes from’: Mary Simon seen as humble, professional leader
Growing up in northern Quebec, Mary Simon was taught by her grandmother to respect elders and to always be kind. Raised in a family of eight children — four brothers and four sisters — Simon experienced harsh living conditions, her brother,
Mary Simon’s appointment as Canada’s next governor general sparks applause, criticism
OTTAWA — Federal politicians, Indigenous groups and others were quick to weigh in following Mary Simon's appointment as Canada's next governor general on Tuesday. Here is some of what they said: "This is an important day for both our country as a
Kahnawake’s first female, LGBTQ grand chief wants to focus on healing, unity
MONTREAL — The Kahnawake Mohawk community south of Montreal has a long tradition of female leadership but has never had a female grand chief — until now. Over the weekend, Kahsennenhawe Sky-Deer, 41, became the first woman and first person who
Liberals maintain narrow lead over Tories among decided voters: Poll
OTTAWA — A new poll suggests Justin Trudeau's Liberal party has only a narrow lead over the Opposition Conservatives among decided voters. The online survey from Leger and the Association for Canadian Studies found 33 per cent of decided voters who
At least 1.3 million Canadians opted to mix COVID-19 vaccines by the end of June
OTTAWA — Health Canada's latest weekly report on vaccinations shows at least 1.3 million Canadians opted for a mixed-dose finish to their COVID-19 vaccination schedule in June. The report, published Monday, shows of 6.5 million people who got their se...
Head of MADD Canada calls on Nova Scotia premier to take action against drunk driving
HALIFAX — Nova Scotia Premier Iain Rankin's apology for a previously undisclosed impaired driving conviction must be followed up with action on the issue, the head of Mothers Against Drunk Driving said Tuesday. Andrew Murie, CEO of MADD Canada, said Ra...
The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada for Tuesday, July 6, 2021
The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada (all times eastern): 7:33 p.m. Yukon is reporting another 10 cases of COVID-19, bringing its active cases to 147. A statement from chief medical officer of health Dr. Brendan Hanley says the surge of C...
Inuk leader Mary Simon named Canada’s next GG
OTTAWA — Mary Simon, an Inuk leader and former Canadian diplomat, has been named as Canada's next governor general — the first Indigenous person to serve in the role. “It is only by building bridges, bringing between people in the North
A look at the history and role of Canada’s governor general
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has named Mary Simon as Canada's next governor general. Here is a quick look at the history and role of the office: - The governor general represents the Queen at the federal level in Canada and is
