What to know about Louise Arbour, Canada's next governor general

The former war crimes prosecutor has been named by Prime Minister Mark Carney to be the Monarch's, currently King Charles III, representative in Canada.

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the appointment of retired Supreme Court Justice Louise Arbour as Canada's next governor general, succeeding Mary Simon in July. Arbour, a renowned legal expert and human rights advocate, is expected to bring her extensive experience to the role.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Louise Arbour, a former Supreme Court justice and war crimes prosecutor, as Canada's new governor general. Arbour's appointment reflects the importance of global institutions and her significant contributions to international justice.

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that retired Supreme Court Justice Louise Arbour will be Canada's next governor general. Arbour's appointment is seen as a strategic move to strengthen Canada's commitment to justice and inclusion within its constitutional framework.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has named retired Supreme Court justice Louise Arbour as Canada’s next governor general. Arbour, who is fluently bilingual, has served as UN human rights commissioner and chief prosecutor at The Hague.

Louise Arbour has been named as Canada’s next governor general to replace Mary Simon. She is expected to formally assume the role in a ceremony in early June. Arbour, 79, is a renowned legal expert and human rights advocate.