Role of the Lieutenant Governor

Canada is a parliamentary democracy with a constitutional monarchy.
Our system of government is based on the British parliamentary model, but has been adapted to suit our own needs.  Canada’s Constitution recognizes The Queen as our Head of State.  The Lieutenant Governor represents The Queen in the Province of Saskatchewan.

The Lieutenant Governor plays an important role as the representative of the Head of State, reading the Speech from the Throne, formally appointing Premiers and Cabinet Ministers, opening and proroguing (closing) Legislative Sessions, approving legislation, and bestowing honours.

In addition to constitutional duties, the Lieutenant Governor is involved with many organizations in the role of honourary patron.  The Lieutenant Governor attends hundreds of events each year and receives diplomatic visitors.