Mary Simon

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Mary Simon born?August 21, 1947
2. Where was Mary Simon born?Fort Severight (now Kangiqsualujjuaq), Quebec
3. What is Mary Simon known for?Lead negotiator for the creation of the Arctic Council
4. What is the indigenous affiliation?Inuk on her mother's side
5. What is the current office?30th Governor General of Canada (appointed July 26, 2021)
6. Who is Mary Simon?Mary Simon is the first Indigenous person to become Canada’s Governor General, the highest public office in the country.

Governor General: The official representative of the Canadian monarch, performing constitutional and ceremonial duties on behalf of the Crown.
Inuk: A member of the Indigenous peoples indigenous to the Arctic regions of Canada, known for their distinct culture and traditions.
Circumpolar Affairs: Matters pertaining to the Arctic region, encompassing environmental, social, economic, and political issues affecting countries bordering the Arctic Ocean.
Arctic Council: A high-level intergovernmental forum established in 1996 to promote cooperation, coordination, and interaction among Arctic states on common issues.