IN HIS COMMUNITY ROLE, THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR:

• welcomes The Queen and members of the royal family, world leaders and their diplomatic representatives, and as their official host in Ontario, provides opportunities for them to gain an appreciation of this province and its people
• hosts significant events in the life of Ontario at Queen's Park, and attends events organized by communities and groups throughout the province, speaking publicly to honour citizens, celebrate milestones, and reflect the diversity of the province
• provides leadership by lending the dignity of the office to worthwhile causes to encourage volunteers and others whose contributions add to the quality of life in Canada
• recognizes outstanding Ontarians by presenting the Province’s honours and awards, national honours at the request of the Governor General, various Lieutenant Governor’s awards, and other awards presented on behalf of organizations in Ontario
• congratulates individuals and organizations on important occasions, sends greetings to mark significant birthdays and anniversaries, provides messages for special community events, and conveys condolences on behalf of all citizens
• represents the people of Ontario and the characteristics of the province, rather than the policies of the government of the day