CP NewsAlert: New GG Arbour says learning from differences key to strong society
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OTTAWA – Gov. Gen. Louise Arbour says that both extreme polarization and consensus are dangerous and a better Canada can only be built through the “peaceful management” of our differences.
In her first speech today as the King’s representative in Canada, the former Supreme Court justice says that our ability to coexist peacefully together, despite our differences, is critical to maintaining a lawful, rules-based society.
She says that celebrating and learning from our differences is the way to build a more just and prosperous country.
Arbour also discussed the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and cautioned against overreliance on the technology.
She says Canadians should realize how lucky they are to share this country, even as they’re rightfully concerned about the challenges they face at home and abroad.
She also thanked outgoing governor general Mary Simon for serving in the role through the COVID-19 pandemic and economic upheaval, and for showing that reconciliation is a lifelong exercise.
— With files from Dylan Robertson
This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 8, 2026.
Note to readers:This is a corrected story. A previous version said the governor general is commander-in-chief of the Canadian Armed Forces.