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Mary Simon chosen as 1st Indigenous governor general

2 years ago

3:43

Mary Simon chosen as 1st Indigenous governor general

2 years ago
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Duration 3:43

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has appointed Inuk leader Mary Simon to be Canada's next governor general in a move that is being praised. But after the controversy surrounding Julie Payette, Simon may have a challenging road ahead.

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