1. Home
  2. / Canada
  3. / What is the official head of state in Canada?

What is the official head of state in Canada?

  • President

  • Monarch

  • Prime Minister

  • Chancellor

Answer

The monarch is the official head of state of Canada. Although the monarch does not hold any political power, they are still an important part of Canadian society. The monarch is represented in Canada by the governor general, who is appointed by the monarch on the advice of the prime minister. The governor general performs a number of ceremonial duties, such as opening parliament and giving royal assent to bills.
Canada Knowledge Showdown: Will You Emerge Victorious?

Canada Knowledge Showdown: Will You Emerge Victorious?

Take the Canada Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox