The Governor General Designate and the installation
The installation of a new governor general is a historic moment reflecting our constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy.
On May 5, 2026, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that His Majesty King Charles III has approved the appointment of the Honourable Louise Arbour as the next Governor General of Canada.
Learn more about Governor General Designate Louise Arbour.
The role of a Governor General
As Governor General, Louise Arbour will be the representative of His Majesty The King in Canada. Her responsibilities include carrying out constitutional duties, serving as commander-in-chief, representing Canada at home and abroad, encouraging excellence, and bringing Canadians together.
The Honourable Louise Arbour will be Canada’s 31st Governor General since Confederation, and the first Governor General appointed by His Majesty since his accession to the Throne in 2022.
The installation ceremony
The installation ceremony will take place on June 8, 2026 at 10 a.m. (ET) and will be broadcast live on television and on the CPAC website (external site).
Visit the ceremony page for more information.
Congratulatory messages
Congratulatory messages, invitations, and requests to the Governor General Designate can be sent to the Office of the Secretary to the Governor General.