New Canada Post stamp of the Queen released for jubilee

In celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee, Canada Post has released a new stamp featuring the long-reigning monarch. The new issue marks 70 years since the Queen’s accession to the throne on Feb. 6, 1952. Queen Elizabeth II is the only British and Canadian sovereign to reign for seven …

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Queen’s Platinum Jubilee: What is a royal consort?

The Queen is the first British monarch in history to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee. Elizabeth II will have reigned for 70 years, or 25,568 days, on Sunday, February 6, excluding this Accession Day itself. The Queen paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh, the Queen Mother and the Duchess of …

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Trudeau praises Queen’s devotion, generosity and support of values over 70-year reign

As the United Kingdom marked the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s reign on Sunday, Canada’s prime minister acknowledged the historic milestone by praising her as a “steadfast leader” and champion of “cherished values.” “Over the course of her reign, Her Majesty has been a constant presence in the life of Canadians, offering steadfast leadership …

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