Her Majesty’s Historic Reign
Three commemorative pieces were unveiled on this special occasion. The Governor General and Mr. Richard Wall, Chief of Currency of the Bank of Canada, unveiled a new $20 polymer bank note.
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"Today, we mark a milestone moment in Canadian history. But today is less about longevity than about the strength of The Queen’s dedication to Canada, and the dignity with which she comports herself," said the Governor General.
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His Excellency then helped Mrs. Siân Matthews, Chairperson of the Board of Directors and Chairperson of the Strategic Initiatives Oversight of Canada Post, unveil a commemorative stamp.
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Finally, the Governor General and Mr. Claude Bennett, Member of the Board of Directors of the Royal Canadian Mint, unveiled a new coin commemorating this historic reign.
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Their Excellencies the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, and Mrs. Sharon Johnston hosted a special event at Rideau Hall in celebration of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II becoming the longest-reigning sovereign in Canada’s modern era.
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