Itinerary for 2010 Royal Tour of Canada

View the schedule for Her Majesty The Queen’s 22^nd tour of Canada, June 28 to July 6, 2010.

Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh will celebrate the Canadian record of service during their Royal Tour. They will honour a number of Canadian milestones and participate in events highlighting Canadian service and commitment at the local, national and global level.

Monday, June 28, 2010
Halifax, Nova Scotia

2:20 p.m.
Arrival in Canada
The 2010 Royal Tour begins when Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at Stanfield International Airport in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

As they are welcomed by the Minister-in-Attendance for Nova Scotia, the Honourable Peter MacKay, P.C., M.P., Minister of National Defence and other officials, The Queen’s Personal Canadian Flag is raised to signify the presence of The Queen of Canada – the country’s Head of State. The flag will be flown in her presence throughout the Tour.

3 p.m.
Official Welcome Ceremony to Canada and Nova Scotia – Public Event
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh kick-off a nine-day celebration of the Canadian record of service at the Official Welcome Ceremony to Canada and Nova Scotia.

Join the Governor General, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean; the Prime Minister of Canada, the Right Honourable Stephen Harper, P.C. M.P.; the Premier of Nova Scotia, the Honourable Darrell Dexter, the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, Her Honour the Honourable Mayann E. Francis and other prominent Canadians as they welcome The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh to Canada and Nova Scotia.

The ceremony takes place on the Garrison Grounds at the foot of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada. Built in 1856 to defend the city, the fort is a national symbol of Halifax’s role as a major naval station in the British Empire and in Canada’s development from colony to nation.

Against this historic setting, the ceremony begins with full military honours. A Mi’kmaq Elder will provide the opening prayer, followed by speeches by the Prime Minister of Canada and the Premier of Nova Scotia. Highlighting Canada’s vibrant culture, renowned Nova Scotian and Acadian artists such as Rawlins Cross, Blou and Baie en Joie will perform. The Queen herself will address Canadians and conduct a walkabout to meet as many Canadians as possible.

Canadians are invited to attend in person or watch the ceremony broadcast live on television.

The Queen’s great knowledge of Canada and affection for Canadians has been forged over almost six decades since Her first tour in 1951 as Princess Elizabeth. Over the years, she has both witnessed and contributed to the evolution of Canada. This makes her 2010 Royal Tour, which celebrates the Canadian record of service, one of great personal significance.

3:55 p.m.
Mi’kmaq Cultural Event at Halifax Commons – Public Event
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh honour the 400^th anniversary celebrations of the baptism of Grand Chief Membertou at the Mi’kmaq Cultural Village at Halifax Common. 

The village showcases the history, culture, and traditions of the Mi’kmaq – the founding people of Nova Scotia. The displays and activities, including a demonstration of the game of “waltes,” highlight the common interests of mutual understanding, respect and lasting relationships among all Nova Scotians. Nova Scotia is home to 13 First Nation Mi’kmaq communities.

4:30 p.m.
Rededication of Government House – Public Event
The Queen unveils a plaque to rededicate Government House. The oldest official residence in Canada, Government House is home to the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia. More than 200 years old, this stately mansion recently underwent a three-year renovation.

The Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, Her Honour the Honourable Mayann E. Francis, presents to The Queen the ceremonial Royal Key, made of gilt-sterling silver and engraved with The Queen’s Royal Cypher. This presentation of the key, to be returned at the end of the tour, begins a new tradition at Government House. The Royal Key will also be presented to future Lieutenant Governors and important visitors who stay at Government House.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Halifax, Nova Scotia

10:45 a.m.
Certificate Presentation to HMCS Haida
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh presents a certificate from the World Ship Trust to HMCS Haida – Canada’s most famous warship. This kicks off a day of celebrations marking the Canadian Naval Centennial – 100 years of proud service by the Royal Canadian Navy.

Built as a Tribal Class destroyer in 1941 for the Royal Canadian Navy, the ship was converted to a destroyer escort in 1950. HMCS Haida is the last of its kind in the world. She is also Canada’s most decorated warship.

The certificate represents the prestigious International Maritime Heritage Award – bestowed on ships considered important to maritime history and heritage. This award provides an occasion to honour the legacy of all who served in HMCS Haida during the Second World War, the Korean Conflict, and in peacetime until 1963. The award also provides an occasion to recognize the veterans, Parks Canada employees, and volunteers whose devotion to Canada’s maritime heritage assures HMCS Haida a place of honour among Canada’s National Historic Sites.

12:20 p.m.
Luncheon at CFB Halifax
In honour of The Queen’s 22^nd tour to Canada, the Honourable Peter MacKay, P.C., M.P., Minister of National Defence, hosts a luncheon for The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh. Canadians present include those who have served their country in various ways. The royal presence symbolizes the bond between Canadians, who are dedicated to service, their nation and their Sovereign.

2 p.m.
International Fleet Review and Plaque Unveilings Followed by a Walkabout – Public Event
Celebrations for the Canadian Naval Centennial continue when The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at the Bedford Institute of Oceanography, Canada’s largest centre for ocean research. The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh board the naval frigate HMCS  St. John’s for the International Fleet Review, which also serves to highlight the Canadian naval contribution to world security.

This spectacular naval pageant features about 22 foreign ships, which form two or more lines and display their country’s flags and pennants. As the reviewing ship, HMCS St. John’s, passes by, each ship will “man the side” and give “three cheers for The Queen.”

The Queen also has a personal interest in the Royal Canadian Navy. She is patron of    The Navy League of Canada, The Royal Canadian Naval Association and The Royal Canadian Naval Benevolent Fund.

The Queen unveils two plaques commemorating the Canadian Naval Centennial and the International Fleet Review, and the HMCS Sackville.

The HMCS Sackville was built in Canada during the Second World War to escort convoys and defending against submarines. The Queen will also meet serving military, veterans, and cadets.

5:15 p.m.
Private Reception with the 2^nd  Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment The Duke of Edinburgh meets members of the 2^nd   Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment at Government House.

Like The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh is committed to supporting the Canadian Forces and acts as Colonel-in-Chief of many units, including the 2^nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment. This long-serving regiment is the only regular force infantry battalion stationed in Atlantic Canada.

The reception highlights and honours the past and present contributions of the 2^nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment.

8 p.m.
A Celebration of Nova Scotia Reception  
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh join those who bring to life the theme of the 2010 Royal Tour – the Canadian record of service. The evening at the Cunard Centre, which overlooks the Halifax port, celebrates Nova Scotians who have made significant contributions to their communities, province and country. These include recipients of the province’s highest honour – the Order of Nova Scotia – as well as the unsung heroes, who work quietly to make their communities better.

The evening brings to life Nova Scotia’s vibrant history and culture through outstanding performances by Nova Scotian musicians, dancers and singers, including a performance by DRUM! a group of artists from Canada's Aboriginal, Black, Celtic and Acadian communities.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Halifax, Nova Scotia

10:20 a.m.
Tree-Planting and Departure from Nova Scotia
Her Majesty The Queen plants a tree in the Government House garden to commemorate the 2010 Royal Tour in Nova Scotia.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Ottawa, Ontario

12:00 p.m.
The 2010 Royal Tour in Ottawa begins with the arrival of Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh at the Canada Reception Centre in the Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.

They are welcomed by the Minister-in-Attendance, the Honourable John Baird, P.C., M.P., Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, and other dignitaries.

12:25 p.m.
Tour of the Canadian Museum of Nature Followed by a Walkabout – Public Event

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh begin their visit to the nation’s capital by touring the newly-restored Canadian Museum of Nature. They are accompanied by the Honourable James Moore, P.C., M.P., Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages,

The Queen unveils a plaque dedicating The Queens’ Lantern. This spectacular glass addition replaces the original tower of the Victoria Memorial Museum Building, built in 1910 to house this natural history museum. The Lantern is dedicated to The Queen and her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria, after whom the building was named.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh honour the tireless efforts of volunteers and Canadians for preserving this 100-year-old building – a designated national historic site.

Outside the Museum, The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh will greet Canadians who are waiting to catch a glimpse of them. 

1:15 p.m.
Unveiling of Statue of Oscar Petersen Followed by a Walkabout – Public Event
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at the National Arts Centre – one of Canada’s foremost showcases for the performing arts – to honour Canadian jazz legend Oscar Peterson.

The Queen unveils a life-sized bronze statue of the late jazz pianist, crafted by Canadian sculptor Ruth Abernethy.

Oscar Peterson played for audiences around the globe, including The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh during the 2002 Golden Jubilee celebrations in Toronto.

The Queen also meets Mr. Peterson’s widow, Mrs. Kelly Peterson, and daughter, Ms. Celine Peterson.

After the unveiling, you may have an opportunity to see The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh as they proceed on a walkabout, and hear The Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir – La chorale Gospel Jubilation de Montréal perform.

1:40 p.m.
Tree-Planting at Rideau Hall
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh plant a tree at Rideau Hall, the Governor General’s official residence, to commemorate their tour in Canada. The grounds of Rideau Hall are graced with more than 120 trees planted by members of the Royal Family, heads of state and other dignitaries. A bronze plaque at the base of each tree indicates the name and title of the person who planted it and the species and date. This will be the fifth tree The Queen has planted at Rideau Hall.

4:15 p.m.
Private Reception with the Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa
The Duke of Edinburgh meets with members of the Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa, of which he is Colonel-in-Chief. This military unit traces its history back to 1866, and it continues to serve Canada at home and abroad. This reception highlights and honours the past and present contributions of this long-serving regiment.

4:30 p.m.       
Audience with the Right Honourable Stephen Harper, P.C., M.P.
The Queen has an audience with Prime Minister Stephen Harper.

5 p.m.
Unveiling of Diamond Jubilee Window/Bust for the Senate
The Queen unveils the design for the Diamond Jubilee Window for the Senate of Canada, the upper chamber of the Parliament of Canada. The Window will commemorate Her Majesty’s 60 years of service as Queen, to be celebrated in 2012, and that of Queen Victoria’s, celebrated in 1897.

The Queen also unveils a design for a carving of The Queen for the Senate Foyer. The Senate Foyer is the ceremonial entrance to the Senate Chamber where the sovereign or her representative, the Governor General, addresses Parliament. This image of The Queen will be installed alongside the other five of Canada’s sovereigns (Victoria, Edward VII, George V, Edward VIII and George VI) who have reigned since Confederation.

These symbolic architectural features honouring significant celebratory occasions are key components in linking Parliament to Canada’s Head of State.

5:20 p.m.
Garden Reception
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh host a garden reception at Rideau Hall. 

Thursday, July 1, 2010 – Canada Day!
National Capital Region

10 a.m.
Portrait sitting
Her Majesty The Queen sits for a portrait photograph at Rideau Hall. This photo will serve as the model for Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee portrait, to be unveiled in 2012.  

12:05 p.m.
Canada Day Noon Show Followed by a Walkabout – Public Event

Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh join the festivities for Canada’s 143rd birthday on Parliament Hill. Highlighting the theme “Our Year to Shine: Canada Welcomes the World,” the Canada Day Noon Show will celebrate 143 years of service at home and abroad.

The celebrations begin when The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive by landau (a horse-drawn carriage) escorted by mounted members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

As The Queen’s Personal Canadian Flag flies over the Peace Tower, The Queen receives full military honours: a Royal Salute, the inspection of the Guard of Honour, a 21-gun salute, a fly-past and a march-past.

Speeches by the Minister Moore, Prime Minister Stephen Harper and The Queen will take place between performances by some of Canada’s best artists. These include the Barenaked Ladies, Quebec pop star Isabelle Boulay, bagpipers The Campbell Brothers, and Newfoundland Indie rock band Hey Rosetta! The Noon Show will be broadcast live.

Visit the Canada Day Noon Show Web page for more information (hyperlink to Canada Day Web page on PCH site)

Don’t miss your chance to see The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh during a special walkabout after the show.

Friday, July 2, 2010
Ottawa

10 a.m.
Audience with the Honourable Michael Ignatieff, P.C., M.P.
Her Majesty The Queen meets with the Leader of Her Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, Dr. Michael Ignatieff. 

Saturday, July 3, 2010
Winnipeg, Manitoba and Toronto, Ontario

12:20 p.m. (CDT)     
Official Arrival to Winnipeg
The Royal Tour of Manitoba begins when Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at the James Armstrong Richardson International Airport in Winnipeg. The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh will be the first official passengers to the airport, entering the terminal via an arrival bridge.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh are welcomed by the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, His Honour the Honourable Philip S. Lee; the Premier of Manitoba, the Honourable Greg Selinger and other Manitoban dignitaries.

In addition to highlighting the new international airport, the official welcome recognizes the volunteers who help with the daily operation of the airport. Manitoba youth are also honoured; the creation of The Queen Elizabeth II Silverwings Youth Scholarship will promote aviation among Grade 12 students in Manitoba. The Queen also signs a letter addressed to the young people of Manitoba. The letter will be placed in a time capsule, located in the new terminal, to be opened in the year 2060.

1:50 p.m.
Luncheon Offered by the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh attend a luncheon hosted by the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba at Government House. Built in 1883, this Victorian mansion is the official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba. Government House has housed 20 of the province’s 23 Lieutenant Governors.

4:20 p.m.
Statue Unveiling and Tree-Planting Followed by a Walkabout – Public Event
Accompanied by the Premier of Manitoba, The Queen unveils a statue of herself created by the late Leo Mol, Manitoba’s most famous artist and sculptor. Mol created the statue of The Queen for her visit to Manitoba in 1970. It stood in the courtyard of the Manitoba Centennial Centre, but was recently relocated to the garden of Government House.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh also plant a shrub in the Government House garden, to be renamed the Queen Elizabeth II Gardens. This shrub, the Amber Jubilee Ninebark, was specially created in honour of The Queen’s upcoming Diamond Jubilee. The planting will be followed by a walkabout where The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh will meet a broad cross-section of Manitobans, including visually-impaired youth, Girl Guides, the Monarchist League and the Manitoba Corgi Association.   

5:10 p.m.
Crossing the Esplanade Riel
En route to celebrations for the Canadian Museum for Human Rights – the first national museum created in over 40 years – The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive on the Esplanade Riel (pedestrian bridge) at The Forks. They cross the bridge with the Prime Minister of Canada, the Premier of Manitoba, and other dignitaries.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh pass through two Guards of Honour: Voyageurs from the Festival du Voyageur, and La Compagnie de La Vérendrye, representing Winnipeg’s Francophone roots. At The Forks side of the bridge, The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh are greeted by the Sagkeeng First Nation Chief.

The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders active infantry regiment will present The Duke of Edinburgh, its Colonel-in-Chief, with a book about the regiment’s history.

5:20 p.m.
Cornerstone Dedication at The Forks
The Queen dedicates the cornerstone for the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. As leader of the Commonwealth, The Queen has long been a champion of human rights, working hard to abolish apartheid in South Africa. She continues to support Canadian efforts to educate and expand the global discussion on human rights.

For this historic dedication, The Queen uses a stone from Runnymede – the site of the 1215 signing of the Magna Carta. This document is considered to be one of the most significant first steps toward democratic freedoms and our contemporary concept of human rights.

Once officially opened in 2012, this national museum will be a national centre of learning, where Canadians and people from around the world can engage in discussion and commit to taking action against hate and oppression.

The event also features a contribution from Canada’s youth in the form of a national multi-disciplinary art contest designed to promote a better understanding of human rights.

5:40 p.m.
The Manitoba Homecoming Canadian Concert for Human Rights, at The Forks – Public Event
The Queen delivers a speech at the Manitoba Homecoming Canadian Concert for Human Rights. She is accompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh, the Prime Minister, the Premier of Manitoba, and other dignitaries.

The concert features a host of Manitoban performers, including Aboriginal drummers, members of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Manitoba-born singer-songwriter Chantal Kreviazuk (add link to: http://www.chantalkreviazuk.com/) and the Winnipeg/Montréal-based vocal quintet Chic Gamine.

9:55 p.m.
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at Toronto Pearson International Airport, Mississauga, for the next stage of their Royal Tour.

They are greeted by: the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, His Honour the Honourable David C. Onley; the Premier of Ontario, the Honourable Dalton McGuinty; The Minister-in-Attendance, the Honourable Jim Flaherty, P.C., M.P., Minister of Finance, and other officials.

Sunday, July 4, 2010
Toronto, Ontario [H2]

10:55 a.m.
Morning Church Service – Followed by a Walkabout – Public Event   
Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh begin their tour in Toronto, Canada’s largest city, with morning worship at the Cathedral Church of St. James. St. James has served Toronto as a spiritual centre for more than 200 years.

As the head of the Church of England, The Queen has a close connection to St. James, part of the Anglican Church of Canada. The Anglican Church of Canada is an autonomous national church within the Anglican Communion (also known as the Church of England), a worldwide family of Christian Churches with some 70 million members in 164 countries.

The service is followed by a presentation of hand bells to the Chapels Royal of the Mohawk (Christ Church, Tyendinaga and St. Paul’s, Grand River). Built by the Crown in 1785, the chapel (originally St. Paul’s) was given to the Mohawk who supported the British during the American Revolution. The oldest surviving church in Ontario, it is the only Royal Chapel in North America. The bells are symbolic of the councils and treaties that originated between the English colonies in North America and the Iroquois Confederacy.

After the presentation of hand bells, the rededication of St. George’s Chapel takes place. The chapel was named for King George V, commemorating his Silver Jubilee.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh greet well-wishers after the service is over.

3:55 p.m.
The Queen’s Plate at Woodbine Racetrack – Public Event
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at Woodbine Racetrack to watch several races, including the Queen’s Plate – the oldest continuously run stakes race in North America. The Queen will make the presentation to the winning owner, trainer, and jockey.

The Queen is a keen owner and breeder of horses. Horses bred at the Royal Studs (stables) over the last 200 years have won virtually every major race in Britain. This will be the second time The Queen has watched the Queen’s Plate. The first time was in 1959 when she celebrated the 100th running of the race. Her attendance of the event supports Canadian sport and Canadian-bred racehorses. 

Monday, July 5, 2010
Toronto and Waterloo, Ontario

10:15 a.m.
Departure from Toronto
Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to travel to Waterloo.

10:40 a.m.      
Arrival in Waterloo
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh begin their visit to the southern Ontario city of Waterloo when they arrive at the Region of Waterloo International Airport. The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh are greeted by local officials.

11 a.m.           
Tour of Research in Motion
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive for a tour of Research in Motion, makers of the award-winning BlackBerry used by millions around the world. In August 2009, Fortune magazine named Research in Motion the fastest-growing company in the world.

The Queen shows her support for this Canadian technology that has changed the way we do business. Research in Motion has put Canadian mobile expertise front and centre on the world stage.

Toronto, Ontario

12:25 p.m.
Return to Toronto
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

12:50 p.m.
Luncheon and Tour of Pinewood Toronto Studios

A supporter of Canada’s film industry, The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at Pinewood Toronto Studios for a luncheon and a tour of Canada’s largest film and television production complex. They are greeted by the Premier of Ontario and directors of Pinewood Toronto Studios, the third largest film studio in North America after Los Angles and New York.

After the luncheon – hosted by the Province of Ontario – The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh are taken behind the scenes of movie-making. Ms. Deepa Mehta, the acclaimed Canadian Film Director, explains a 3-D movie project. The film will be produced by Sheridan College’s Screen Industries Research and Training Centre and the University of Waterloo’s Institute for Computer Research.

4:30 p.m.
Private Presentation of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award          
The Duke of Edinburgh presents The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, which encourages and support the personal development of young people around the world. About six million youth have participated in this program, created by The Duke of Edinburgh in 1956. The Award now operates in 126 countries, and has been active in Canada since 1963.

The ceremony is attended by program executives and recipients, as well as their families and mentors.

7:30 p.m.
Official dinner
The Prime Minister and Mrs. Harper host a dinner, at which the Prime Minister thanks The Queen for her service over 58 years to Canada and allows her to speak to all Canadians by way of television broadcast. The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh meet Canadians who have made major contributions to their neighbourhood, community or country.

The presence of The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh symbolizes the bond between Canadians dedicated to service, their nation and Sovereign.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Toronto, Ontario [H2]

10:40 a.m.
Provincial Reception at Queen’s Park and Plaque Unveiling – Public Event
On the final day of the Royal Tour of Canada, Her Majesty The Queen honours the theme of service during the presentation of the Ontario Medals for Good Citizenship, awarded to those who have made outstanding contributions to their communities. The ceremony takes place at the main Legislative Building of Queen’s Park, home of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. The Premier of Ontario presents some of the men and women who represent Ontario’s caring and diverse society. Their lives and deeds exemplify excellence and achievement of the highest order.

Outside, The Queen then unveils a special plaque commemorating the 150th anniversary of the dedication of Queen’s Park in 1860 by her great-grandfather, The Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII.

11:40 a.m.
Official Departure Ceremony from Canada and Ontario at Queen’s Park and the Last Walkabout – Public Event
Join the Governor General, the Prime Minister, the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, the Premier of Ontario and others as they bid farewell to The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh at the Official Departure from Canada and Ontario.
 
The ceremony begins on the lawn of Queen’s Park when The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh proceed on a walkabout on the way to receiving full military honours.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh conduct a final walkabout to see as many Canadians as possible and are accompanied by the Governor General, the Prime Minister, The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, and the Premier of Ontario.

12:40 p.m.
Viewing of New Badge
At Toronto Pearson International Airport, The Queen will view the newly awarded coat of arms and badge created for the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). An agency of the Government of Canada, CBSA ensures the security and prosperity of Canada by managing the access of people and goods to and from Canada.

The Queen’s Personal Canadian Flag is lowered as The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh board the aircraft.

For 58 years, The Queen has shown a commitment to duty rivaled only by her affection to Canada and Canadians. As The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee approaches in 2012, The Queen’s dedication to service can inspire us to become more active participants wherever we live and in whatever way we consider appropriate.

12:55 p.m.     
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh depart Canada for New York City, marking the end of Her Majesty The Queen’s 22^nd tour of Canada.