Day at a Glance

Monday, June 28, 2010
Halifax, Nova Scotia

The 2010 Royal Tour begins when Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at the Official Arrival Ceremony to Canada and Nova Scotia on the Garrison Grounds at the foot of the historic Halifax Citadel. The Queen’s Personal Canadian Flag is raised and Canadians kick-off the nine-day tour celebrating the Canadian record of service. This ceremony, to be broadcast Canada-wide, will profile the vibrant culture of Canada and the hospitality that Nova Scotia is known for. It will include full military honours, including a 21-gun salute, Snowbirds fly-past and cultural presentations featuring renowned Nova Scotian and Acadian performing artists.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh visit the Mi’kmaq Cultural Village on the Halifax Common for the 400^th anniversary celebrations of the baptism of Mi’kmaq Grand Chief Membertou. Her Majesty’s presence at this most important anniversary speaks to the enduring close relationship between the Crown and the Aboriginal peoples of Canada.

Later, The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh rededicate Government House, the official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia. Read more.