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Monarchy in Canada

The monarchy still plays a ceremonial role in Canada. Find out about Queen Elizabeth II, Royal visits and protocol, kings and queens in history, and the Governor General of Canada.
Kings and Queens of Canada
Kings and Queens of Canada and their reigns since Canadian Confederation in 1867.
Canadian Monarchy Glossary
Index of Canadian government terms related to the monarchy in Canada.
Canadian Autumn Kelly Marries Queen's Grandson
Montreal native Autumn Kelly marries Peter Phillips, the Queen's oldest grandson.
Royal Grandson to Marry a Canadian
Buckingham Palace announces that Peter Phillips, grandson of Queen Elizabeth II, is engaged to Montrealer Autumn Kelly.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Biography of Queen Elizabeth II, the role of the Queen in Canadian government and Canadian celebrations marking the Golden Jubilee. From the Canadian Heritage Department.
The British Monarchy
Queen Elizabeth II of England is also the Queen of Canada. This is the official Web site - with information on the Royal Family, Buckingham Palace and other Royal residences, and the Crown jewels.
Royal Visits to Canada
This is a list of the private and official Royal visits to Canada, going back to 1786. From the Department of Canadian Heritage.
Royal Protocol
If you have an opportunity to meet the Queen or other members of the Royal Family, these guidelines will help with What to say, whether to curtsy or bow, how to dress and how to handle toasts and meals. From the Canadian Heritage site.
Royal Anthem "God Save the Queen"
History and protocol, as well as lyrics and audio for "God Save the Queen." From the Canadian federal government Heritage Department.
Write to the Queen
How to write a letter to the Queen and other members of the Royal Family, and where to send your letters. From Canadian Monarchist ONLINE.
Congratulations Messages
Arrange congratulations from the Queen for birthdays of Canadians who are 100 years old or more and for those celebrating sixtieth or higher wedding anniversaries. On the Canadian Governor General's site.
Canadian Monarchist Online
This site is devoted to countering "republican myths" and includes an online petition in support of the monarchy in Canada.
Monarchist League of Canada
The objective of this organization is to be the recognized national authority in explaining, promoting and defending the monarchy in Canada.

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