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Anglican named new governor general

By Anglican Journal Staff

Published September 1, 2010

Canada’s next governor general, David Johnston, is a respected academic and lawyer. He is also Anglican.

Currently the president and vice-chancellor of the University of Waterloo, Johnston will succeed Governor General Michaelle Jean when her term ends on Oct. 1.

“David Johnston represents the best of Canada,” said Prime Minister Stephen Harper in a statement.

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The Anglican Journal is the national newspaper of the Anglican Church of Canada. Its print edition is published 10 times a year and carries 16 regional newspapers that provide important local information for Anglican dioceses.