10:40 a.m.
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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.
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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. |
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The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh depart Canada for New York City, marking the end of Her Majesty The Queen’s 22nd tour of Canada.
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