The Lieutenant Governor is the Crown's representative in each Canadian province, performing a role similar to the Governor General at the federal level. Appointed by the federal government on the Prime Minister's advice, Lieutenant Governors give Royal Assent to provincial legislation, formally appoint premiers and swear in cabinets, and can dissolve legislatures for elections. While these duties are largely ceremonial, following the advice of elected premiers, Lieutenant Governors retain reserve powers for constitutional crises. They also perform important community functions, recognizing volunteers, presenting honours, and representing the Crown at provincial events. Each of Canada's ten provinces has a Lieutenant Governor.