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Outgoing Gov. Gen. says she questioned completing full term due to age, job demands

June 6, 2026

Outgoing Gov. Gen. Mary Simon says she wondered halfway through her five-year mandate whether she'd be able to complete the full term due to her age and the demands associated with the position.



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