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The Monarchy in Prince Edward Island The Monarchy in Prince Edward Island Canada’s History with the Royal Family per cent of the world’s people. Canada was created in 1867. By most standards, Canada, though a relatively young country, has a long- Constitutional Monarchy standing association with royal families. Thirty-two As a Constitutional Monarch, the Queen’s powers are kings and queens reigned over the country long before exercised by the Prime Minister or Premier who are Elizabeth II was crowned Queen of Canada. Canada responsible to the elected representatives of the people was explored, settled and grew during the reigns of in the House of Commons and the provincial British monarchs as far back as 1497. legislative assemblies. Though largely symbolic, the Crown is an integral part of our governmental Canada’s Governmental System structure. The Canadian Constitution limits the power and the Monarchy of the Crown in government, creating a primarily symbolic Canada is a federal state (that is, role for the Queen. Because the it has two levels of government, Queen resides in Britain, she is national and provincial) with a represented in Canada by the constitutional monarchy and a Governor General and in each of parliamentary democracy. Our the provinces by a Lieutenant head of state is the Queen of Governor. Canada. She is also the Queen of the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and many other Did You Know? countries within the British The Honourable Antoinette Perry Commonwealth of Nations. Acts is our current Lieutenant of parliament and many actions Governor. She was sworn into of our national and provincial office on October 20, 2017 and is nd governments are made in the the 42 Lieutenant Governor of name of the Queen, though the Prince Edward Island. authority rests with cabinet and parliament. Parliamentary Democracy The Queen of Canada Since nearly every aspect of Canadian life (i.e., The official style and title of the Queen of Canada is marriage, employment, health and social benefits, “Elizabeth the Second, by the Grace of God of the food, television, etc.) is regulated or affected by United Kingdom, Canada and Her Other Realms and governments, it is important that Canadians play an Territories, Queen, Head of the Commonwealth, essential role in deciding how and by whom we are Defender of the Faith.” Most often, she is known as represented. Canadians elect members of the national “The Queen.” Canadians recognize her as “The Queen House of Commons (MPs) and members of the of Canada.” provincial and territorial legislative assemblies (in Prince Edward Island, MLAs). Their primary role is Did You Know? to enact laws, authorize taxation and expenditures and The Queen is a shared monarch, which means that she represent the views of the people (the electorate). is the Queen of a number of countries and the head of the Commonwealth of Nations and Queen of 16 of those nations, known as Commonwealth Realms. The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 54 independent countries representing approximately 30 (Prime Minister or Premier) who has the confidence of On December 13, 2002, the Governor General of the elected representatives (MPs or MLAs) of the Canada at that time, the Right Honourable Adrienne people. All the powers of the Queen are now Clarkson, presented a Full Achievement of Arms to exercised by her representatives, the Governor General the Province of Prince Edward Island. This honour th and the Lieutenant Governors. was requested by Premier Pat Binns in 2001, the 150 anniversary of the granting of responsible government to Prince Edward Island. Incorporation Did You Know? of the Shield of Arms as the centerpiece recognizes Lieutenant is pronounced “lef-tennant” in Canada, our history as a British colony province, its position Britain and other Commonwealth countries. in Confederation, the founding peoples and natural resources. Did You Know? In 1990, the Honourable Marion Reid was the first woman named Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island. What Special Significance Does Prince Edward Island Play in Canadian Lieutenant Governor’s Standard History? The Lieutenant Governor has a personal flag called the On September 1, 1864, delegates from the British Vice Regal Standard. It consists of the shield from the colonies in Atlantic Canada met in Charlottetown to PEI Coat of Arms surrounded by a wreath of 10 leaves discuss Maritime Union. They were joined by a large and a crown at the top, all on a royal blue background. delegation from the colony of Canada (now Ontario and Quebec) who successfully shifted the topic from The flag is Maritime Union to a union of all British North flown at American colonies. All of the delegates are now know Government as The Fathers of Confederation. The delegation had House when their photograph taken on the front steps of the Fanningbank, Government House, as seen below. Governor is in residence and on the Governor’s car when traveling to and from official functions. It may also be flown on any building in which the Governor is present. What Do the Symbols on the Flag Mean? In 1867, the colonies of Canada, Nova Scotia and New The Wreath of leaves represents the 10 provinces of Brunswick were united to form the new, self- Canada. governing country of Canada. The Crown represents royalty. The Shield of Arms is the centerpiece of the Prince The Fathers of Confederation who framed the basis of Edward Island Armorial Bearings and recognizes that our current written constitution gave the formal period in the Island’s history as a British colony. It executive authority to the Queen, “to be administered was granted as Armorial Bearings in 1905 by Royal according to the well understood principles of the Warrant of his late Majesty King Edward VII. A British constitution by the Sovereign personally or by mature oak and three saplings growing on an island the Representative of the Queen.” appear on the lower portion of the shield. The mature tree represents the “Mother” country, Great Britain, In essence, it meant responsible government, wherein and the saplings, the three counties into which the the representative of The Crown, in Ottawa or the province was divided in 1767. provinces, must accept the advice of that individual opening of the St. Lawrence Seaway The Crown’s Influence Still Surrounds 1964 - Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - to commemorate the meeting of Us Today - Some Examples Include: 1864 (Charlottetown and Quebec) Names of streets. 1967 - Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth, the Our monarch’s head is on all coins and on Queen Mother some stamps. 1973 - Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Publicly owned land and companies are called Edinburgh - recognize the province’s 100 Crown Land and Crown Corporations years as a province of Canada respectively. 1983 - Their Royal Highnesses Prince Charles and Diana, Princess of Wales (stayed aboard the Did You Know? Royal Yacht Britannia) New Canadians pledge their allegiance to the Queen 1987 - His Royal Highness Prince Edward when they take their Oath of Citizenship. 1989 - Their Royal Highnesses Prince Andrew and Sarah, Duchess of York “I swear/affirm that I will be faithful and bear true 2000 - His Royal Highness Prince Edward allegiance to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the 2005 - Their Royal Highnesses Prince Edward & Second, Queen of Canada, Her Heirs and Successors, Sophie, Countess of Wessex (Garden Party at according to law and that I will faithfully observe the Government House) laws of Canada and fulfil my duties as a Canadian 2007 - His Royal Highness Prince Edward (stayed citizen.” overnight at Government House) 2011 - Their Royal Highnesses Prince William, the Did You Know? Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of The Lieutenant Governors of Prince Edward Island Cambridge (stayed overnight at Government were not always born on the Island. Robert Hodgson, House) the 15th Lieutenant Governor, was the first Island-born 2014 - His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and Lieutenant Governor. He was also the first Islander to Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall (stayed be knighted. overnight at Government House) 2015 - His Royal Highness Prince Edward (stayed overnight at Government House - Duke of Did You Know? Edinburgh Gold Recipients Ceremony Samuel de Champlain was the first Governor General in 1615. Did You Know? Roles of the Governor General and Canada’s Governors General were not always Canadian residents or citizens. The Right Honourable Lieutenant Governors Vincent Massey, the 18th Governor General of Canada The Governor General (the Queen’s representative in was the first to be born in Canada. Canada and the Commander-in-Chief of the Canadian Forces) is appointed by Her Majesty on the advice of Did You Know? the Prime Minister. Canada has 10 Lieutenant Governors representing the Queen in each of the The Right Honourable Jeanne Sauvé was the first provinces. The Lieutenant Governors are appointed woman to be Governor General in 1984. by Commission under the Great Seal of Canada on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. The Royal Visits to Government House The Prime Minister is selected by the Governor 1951 - Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip, Duke of General as the individual who has the confidence of Edinburgh (luncheon) the elected representatives (MPs) of the people. 1959 - Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Premiers are selected by the provincial Lieutenant Edinburgh, afternoon tea and dinner at Governors in the same way. Government House and stayed overnight- visited all provinces to commemorate the Some of the responsibilities of the The house is the centre for official functions and hospitality in the province. Many distinguished Governor General and the Lieutenant visitors, including foreign diplomats, are welcomed Governors include: and entertained at Government House each year. Summons, prorogues and dissolves Parliament or the Legislative Assembly on the advice of The administrative staff who support the work of the the Prime Minister or Premier and reads the Governor have offices in Government House.
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