The Governor General is appointed by the Queen on the advice of the Prime Minister. If would be appropriate to involve the Canadian public in the decision of who the next Governor General should be.

Phil Esposito is a man who was instrumental in giving Canadians their most memorable victory in sporting history. His on and off-ice leadership during the 1972 Canada-Russia Summit Series clearly demonstrated the qualities required for the role of Governor General.

The role of the Governor General is to do the following:

1. Represent the Queen in Canada
2. Represent Canadians
3. Bring Canadians together
4. Celebrate Excellence

Phil Esposito is a man who loves Canada and has represented Canadians internationally. His commitment to excellence and perseverance during the Summit Series is second to none.

Besides his heroics at the Summit Series, Phil Esposito is a two-time Stanley Cup champion. Esposito also represented his nation in other international hockey challenges as well. He is an Officer of the Order of Canada and a member of hockeys Hall of Fame. He is the founder of the Tampa Bay Lightning NHL franchise and served as the teams president and general manager for many years.

Phil Esposito is the man who made hockey history by signing Manon Rheaume, making her the first woman to sign with an NHL team.

In 1972 represented Canada when his country needed him. He gave us the most important moment in Canadian Sports history. He has dedicated his life to Canadas favorite sport.

Lets make Phil Esposito Canadas next Governor General.