Russell Mirasty

Russell Mirasty (born 1956 or 1957) was the 23rd lieutenant governor of Saskatchewan from 2019 to 2025. He was appointed by Governor General Julie Payette, on the constitutional advice of the prime minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, on July 17, 2019. Mirasty was sworn in on July 18, filling the vacancy in the position left when W. Thomas Molloy died in office on July 2.

Mirasty's term as lieutenant governor came to an official end on January 31, 2025, with the installation of his successor, Bernadette McIntyre.

As lieutenant governor, Mirasty was the viceregal representative of Charles III of Canada in Saskatchewan. He was the first Indigenous person appointed to this office.

Personal life Mirasty is a member of the Lac La Ronge Indian Band. His first language is Cree.

He and his wife Donna have two children. At the time of his appointment, he and his wife lived in La Ronge.

2019.

9 November 2017. Civil Division.

2002. Canadian version of this medal.

2012. Canadian version of this medal.

With 35 year Bar

2022. Saskatchewan version of this medal.

2024. Canadian version of this medal.

Legacy Russell Mirasty's official portrait at the Saskatchewan Legislative Building rotunda was revealed to the public on June 24, 2026.