Outgoing Gov. Gen. says criticisms levelled against her French abilities were unfair | Unpublished
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Outgoing Gov. Gen. says criticisms levelled against her French abilities were unfair

May 24, 2026

Outgoing Gov. Gen. Mary Simon says the criticisms levelled against her over her ability to speak French were "unfair" and it ultimately did not impede her connecting with Canadians while in the role.



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