INTERNATIONAL IMPERIAL COURT COUNCIL OF THE UNITED STATES, CANADA AND MEXICO

Alameda, CA Albuquerque, NM Anchorage, AK Austin, TX Bellingham, WA Boise, ID Boston, MA Buffalo, NY Calgary, AB Chicago, IL Chico, CA Cincinnati, OH Colorado Springs, CO Corpus Christi, TX Greetings to the Imperial Sovereign Court of Surrey - Empire of the Peace Arch and Dallas, TX Denver, CO Guests, Des Moines, IA Fifty-two years ago a proud Latino World War II veteran named Jose Julio Sarria planted a Edmonton, AB seed in that has grown into a vibrant royal oak tree with branches now extending Eugene, OR Everett, WA throughout over 68 cities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico… the International Imperial Court Fort Worth, TX System, one of the oldest GLBT organizations in the world. Jose, in 1961, also made history by Halifax, NS becoming the first openly gay candidate for public office in . Hartford, CT We, of the International Imperial Court System are continuing her legacy of community Holyoke, MA Honolulu, HI service and the Imperial Court of Surrey is a role model of noble deeds that benefit many. Houston, TX My sincere congratulations to Emperor Luc Gagne Royale and Empress Irene Starr Divine Indianapolis, IN Black, and all of the members of the Imperial Court of Surrey. I am proud of you all. Also Lexington, KY th th Las Vegas, NV congratulations to Alexis Dupree on her 10 as well as Duane Rose and Susan Crape on their 5 London, ON anniversaries! Los Angeles, CA This year I have proclaimed as: “Don’t Turn Away, Help Today, the North American Long Beach, CA Homeless Project,” and urge all court chapters to focus on our nation’s growing in Minneapolis, MN Missoula, MT 2017. Modesto, CA In closing, I will also be proud of our International Imperial County System for leading the New York, NY successful campaigns that have resulted in a Harvey Milk Postage Stamp, and soon the U.S.N.S. Omaha, NE Harvey Milk naval ship. God Bless You All. Ogden, UT Orange County, CA Respectfully, Phoenix, AZ Portland, OR “The strength of the court’s past, the promise of its future” Providence, RI Regina, SK God Bless Canada Reno, NV God Bless the United States Sacramento, CA God Bless Mexico St. Catharine’s, ON Salem, OR Salt Lake, UT Empress Nicole the Great San Antonio, TX Queen Mother I of the Americas , CA P.O. Box 33915 San Francisco, CA San Diego, CA 92163 San Jose, CA , WA [email protected] Spokane, WA 619.241.5672 Springfield, MO Stockton, CA Surrey, BC Tacoma, WA Tijuana, Baja CA Tulsa, OK , ON , WA Vancouver, BC Waco, TX Washington, DC Waterfall Empire, ON Winnipeg, MB C I T Y O F S U R R E Y M E S S A G E F R O M T H E M A Y O R

2017 Coronation Ball May 20, 2017 On behalf of Surrey City Council, it is my distinct pleasure to extend greetings to all in attendance at the Coronation Ball of The Imperial Sovereign Court of Surrey.

Our beautiful and growing city consists of a wide array of

vibrant communities who pride themselves on welcoming and LI N D A HE P N E R celebrating all people, and I feel that our rich diversity is one of MAYOR our greatest assets.

P 604 591 4126 I would like to recognize and extend a special thanks to the M A Y O R @ S U R R E Y . CA Empire of the Peace Arch Monarchist Association for hosting WWW . S U R R E Y . CA tonight’s wonderful event, and all their supporters for their tireless efforts in organizing the Coronation Ball.

The EPAMA continues to assist the growth of our City through fundraising initiatives and promoting the importance of creating inclusive and diverse communities.

I am pleased to congratulate the Imperial Sovereign Court for their continued support of LGBT oriented causes in our city and abroad.

Best wishes for a wonderful evening.

Sincerely,

Linda Hepner Mayor City of Surrey

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I am delighted on behalf of City Council and the residents of New Westminster, to extend warmest greetings and best wishes to the participants and organizers of the 2017 Annual Charity Coronation Ball.

As the oldest city in western Canada and the first capital of British Columbia, we are pleased to have the Peace Arch Monarchist Association in our midst. We recognize and value the contribution of your members and volunteers for the time, effort and resources dedicated to our community and to society at large.

We are thrilled that to see that you chose to use the historic Columbia Theatre for a 5th year in celebration of your 13th Coronation, entitled The Enchanted Kingdom....If the Slipper Fits. Best wishes to all of you as you celebrate what will surely be, a day to remember.

Enjoy the ball!

Sincerely,

Jonathan Coté MAYOR Our History Way, way, back a decade and a half ago, in the then rural city of Surrey BC there were 4 musketeers that set out to defy logic and prove that it was okay to be gay! Darlene Trewan, Linda Rennie, Robert Loewen and Martin Rooney held the first ever open GLBTQ dance in a Greek Orthodox Church Hall in the middle of the then growing district of Fleetwood. What were we called? Out in Surrey (OIS). It was held on February 14th, Valentine's Day and was attended by over 200 people, including local politicians from all level of government, and was promoted as a benefit for the Bigots Banned Books Defense Fund - a group of concerned parents and teachers that same sex family books were not being permitted in the Surrey School district. All of this because of a challenge one night at a bowling league! The dances continued on a regular basis and one year later in February 1999, when ted northe, the then Empress of Canada, had a vision and wanted to offer us an indirect way to be recognized in what the drag world called the "court system". ted then granted the Principality of Surrey/Delta to the fledgling OIS group under his mentorship and invested Martin Rooney as Imperial Prince for Life - the crowned to "rule" this kingdom. The support for this move was embraced within the local community and elsewhere. In 1999 OIS held the first Surrey Pride event at Sullivan Hall and it consisted of a games day with a vendor fair and BBQ followed that evening by a drag show and dance, and raised our first money for AIDS Tijuana. In 2000 we elected our first titleholders - Mr.& Ms Gay Surrey who were totally embraced by the other courts in the local area both in Canada and the Pacific Northwest of the US. In 2001 we applied for and received Baronial Status within the International Court Systems under the mentorship of the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Olympic and Rainier Empire, Seattle Washington, and 9 months later elected our first and Baroness, Scott Rhode and Onya Marx...... Following 3 elected Reigns of Baronial Rule, the International Courts System validated our request to be just like "everyone else" and have Emperors and Empresses. In October 2004, The Founder of the International Court System, Absolute Empress 1, Jose, the Widow Norton made a State Visit to our new Empire and crowned our first Emperor and Empress Martin and Taylor Mayd and there began our journey into the world of Empires and international travel and networking. Surrey has grown exponentially in the past 15 years and is now no longer the "red-neck" city it was back then. It is the 3rd largest city in Canada, is the fastest growing city in Canada and is now a city that embraces diversity and a Mayor and council that are working hard to encourage people to embrace equality for all. In 2007 Emperor Martin was denied entry to the US as he was HIV + and with the Court of Surrey, local and international politicians and the International Court system the travel ban was lifted effective January 4th 2010. Recently, November 30 2014, EPAMA co hosted the largest single one night benefit (Red Ribbons 4 Life VII) in the history of the GLBT community in the Fraser Valley - $20,000 donated to Keys Housing and Solutions. And $1,000 to AIDS Tijuana. As you will see, we had our ups and downs - our successes and our realization that to survive playing the game of court we had to rebrand, and put a trademark in place that makes the Monarchy relevant today in the community and to the potential candidates, and ensure that what we do benefits charities and embracers ALL sections of the community we live in. Now follows the story of the Imperial Reigns I through X in their own words, please read and enjoy the memories and legacies of the first Decade of Imperial Monarchs.

The Baronial Monarchs

Founder/Protector Baron & Baroness 1 Baroness & Baron 2 Baroness 3 Martin Rooney Scott Rhode, Onya Marx Paige Turner, Robert Mayd Boyz Onya Marx

The Origin of the Arch - Imperial Reign 1

The Imperial House of Outwit, Outlast, Outplay - Survivor

October 2004 - October 2005

Peace Emperor Martin Rooney (Storm)

Arch Empress Taylor Mayd Storm

Imperial Crown Prince Bruce Mayd Storm (Coddington)

Imperial Crown Princess Melissa Mayd Storm (Healey)

Reign Colors - Sapphire Blue and Silver

Reign 1 Highlights

October 2004 - Created the first Youth Court titles

January 2005 - Founded the Surrey Youth Alliance

May 2005 had the single largest one night benefit in community history - $4300 at "straight to drag" a breast cancer fundraiser

Travelled and attended 21 Out of Town Coronation weekends

Continued the tradition of Christmas Hampers with SFCSS (now KEYS)

Created the Award - the Imperial Order of Surrey

Coronation step down theme "A Night of Imperial Challenge, Outlast - The Final Survivor"

Had the distinct honor of being crowned by Her Imperial Majesty, the Late, Absolute Empress 1 Jose - The Widow Norton and then the only Canadian Court to have back to back state visits by Jose, who entertained the audience for 30 mins live at Coronation 2.

The Spirit of the Arch - Imperial Reign 2

October 2005 - October 2006

Peace Emperor 2: Sir Robert Mayd Boyz

Arch Empress 2: Rose Royce Ryane

Imperial Crown Prince: Wayne Steel Boyz

Imperial Crown Princess: Amanda Luv

Reign 2 Highlights

Emperor 2 Robert covered most USA

Empress 2 Rose covered most Canadian Coronation

June 2006 we had our 1st Golf Tournament Fundraiser bringing in more than $7000 for breast cancer

The reign worked closely with the Surrey Youth Alliance

We continued the tradition of the Christmas Hampers with SFCSS (now KEYS)

A total of 4 - $500 Scholarships were presented at Coronation 3

Coronation step down theme "Stars -A toast to the Future"

The Integrity of the Arch - Imperial Reign 3

October 2006 - September 2007

Peace Emperor Scott Rhode

Arch Empress Onya Marx

Imperial Crown Prince Eric Deman Rhode

Imperial Crown Princess Elektra Quecha

Reign Colors - Red & Gold

Reign 3 Highlights

First life couple to reign together in our court

19 Coronations attended including Hamilton &

First Empress Tea hosted by Elektra Quecha in their backyard - the Tea has continued annually to benefit

BBQ's were hosted regularly at Fireside Café and Corvette Lounge.

Hosted the BBQ for Surrey Pride at the Tom Binnie Center on Pride Day

First Bedroom Show hosted by Prince 3 at Fireside.

Raised the seed money for the registration paperwork for EPAMA and SYA to be set up

Ball theme Zoot Suits & Chopsticks - A Chinese New Year

The Unity of the Arch - Imperial Reign IV

September 2007 to September 2008

Arch Empress Alexis Dupree

Imperial Crown Prince Zach Sapers

Reign Colors - Black & White

Reign 4 Highlights Continued the tradition of donating over 100 Christmas Hampers with SFCSS (now KEYS). Donations and support to HIV/AIDS Tijuana. Donations and support to Learning Charities in the Lower Mainland. Hosted a State Visit from Queen Mother of the Americas Nicole the Great Awarded Edmonton Sister Court status Inducted ted northe and Queen Mother with the Keys of the Empire Coronation step down theme "A Black and White Mardi Gras - The "L" Word" The L Word referenced Literacy as Her Majesty had devoted the Reign to upgrade her reading and writing skills. Honorable mention goes to Mz Adrien for making my makeup look fabulous, making my outfits look gorgeous, and my hair look the best. Honorable mention goes to Jaylene of Vancouver for making my makeup look fabulous in Edmonton. Honorable mention goes to Martin Rooney for guiding me to make a successful reign.

The Elegance of the Arch - Imperial Reign 5

The House of the Rising Sun

September 2008 - September 2009

Peace Emperor Wolfgang Bang!

Arch Empress Elektra Quecha

Imperial Crown Prince Ethan

Imperial Crown Princess Melody Bang! On

Reign Colors – Burgundy and Gold

Reign 5 Highlights

The first legally married same-sex couple to reign together in ICS history

Created a strong connection and friendship with the Court of Vancouver

Supported the HIV Travel Ban rally in full regalia

Continued the tradition of Christmas Hampers with SFCSS (now KEYS)

Created the Award – The Order of the Rampant Lion

Created and donated the historical Legacy Pin Box to preserve all pins from the Barony and Imperial Sovereign Court eras

Coronation step down theme "The Solar Ball – The Radiance of the Sun"

Inaugural Recipients of the Royal Order of the Maple Leaf from the Queen Mother

Had the distinct honor of being the only Monarchs in British Columbia to be introduced in the Provincial Legislature in Victoria, March 2nd, 2009.

The Treasure of the Arch - Imperial Reign 6

September 2009 - September 2010

Co Imperial Crown Princess 6

Joycelynn Starr & Erica Divine

Reign 6 Highlights

The year had it share of ups and downs as is normal with most reigns, but also ended not in a typical fashion like most Coronations. Unfortunately during the reign Empress Plastika resigned her position due to personal health issues. Her Co - Princesses Joycelynn & Erica completed the year and reign on behalf of the Court of Surrey and hosted the Annual Coronation Ball.

November Hosted 2nd Bridging the Communities Drag Show in Mission, BC at the Bad Dog Grill

December - Christmas Hamper Food Drive for Djaef Mahler Foodbank raising $2500

January 2010 - Celebrated the lifting of the US HIV Travel Ban

March Hosted the First Surrey Court ICP Ball "Two Peas in a Pod"

Attended 30 events

Coronation step down theme "Under the Sea"

The Protection of the Arch - Imperial Reign 7

September 2011 - May 2012

Peace Emperor Martin Rooney (Storm)

Arch Empress Rose Royce Ryane

Imperial Crown Prince Duane Rose

Imperial Crown Princess Susan Crape

Reign Colors - Sapphire Blue and Silver

Reign 7 Highlights

It was during this year that the Court of Surrey under the guidance of the Queen Mother, Nicole the Great, rebranded EPAMA, had new bylaws placed, returned the court to the community making the court viable and relevant and mandated fundraising and awareness.

September 2011 Martin and Rose served as Monarchs Regent during this process. Eight weeks prior to Coronation they were both granted their titles with full rights and privileges.

December - Held the largest Red Ribbons to date $4,000

Continued the tradition of Christmas Hampers with SFCSS (now KEYS)

Participated in the ICS Year of the Service members and Veterans as both the Imperial Crown Prince, Princess and Emperor 2 had relatives that served in wars

The Imperial family attended more than 10 Coronation weekends during the Regent Reign.

Coronation step down theme "Renaissance - It's all Theater, None of it is Real"

The Respect of the Arch - Imperial Reign 8

The Imperial House of Rose

May 2012 - May 2013

Peace Emperor Duane Rose

Arch Empress Susan Crape

Imperial Crown Prince Max

Imperial Crown Princess to the Emperor Mz Adrien

Imperial Crown Princess to the Empress Jennifer Geddes

Reign Colours - Red, White and Silver

Reign 8 Highlights

Supported many charities including: KEYS, Canadian Forces Comfort Fund, Health Initiatives for Men, EPAMA Scholarship Fund, Royal City and Surrey Pride Societies by raising over $23,000 during our year.

Increased EPAMA membership by 60% and worked tirelessly to strengthen alliances with many community organizations within our realm and the ICS Courts.

Imperial Family represented our Court at many Court and Community functions throughout the year.

Embraced our realm by moving Coronation celebrations to the Royal City - New Westminster.

Legacy of Reign 8 - EPAMA's KEYS to EDUCATION Fund to help supply school supplies to under-privileged school children connected with the KEYS organization.

The Song of the Arch - Imperial Reign IX

The House of Butterflies

May 2013 - May 2014

Peace Emperor Mr. Max Bylander

Arch Empress Jennifer Geddes

Imperial Crown Princess Whoopsie Daisy

Reign Colours - Green and Gold

Reign 9 Highlights

May 2013 - Mr. Max became the first man to be crowned Emperor in our Court

June 2013 - Introduced Youth Prince and Princess titles back into Court

December 1 2013 - Co-hosted the largest single event fundraiser in the history of our Court - Red Ribbons for Life 6 - $12, 000 donated to Keys $500 to Aids Tijuana

Represented and attended 16 Out of Town Coronation weekends

Coronation step down theme "Metamorphosis - On the Wings of Change - The Decade Ball "

Donated the scepter for the new Decade Regalia

The Expansion of the Arch - Imperial Reign 10

May 2014-May 2015

Peace Emperor David Cook Royale

Arch Empress Erica Divine

Imperial Crown Prince Boyd Divine

Imperial Crown Princess Joycelynn Starr

Reign Colors – Black and Purple

Reign 10 Highlights

Took part at Pride Exhibit with other GLBTQ Groups at Surrey City Hall

Attended 6 Pride Celebrations between Canada and USA

November – Co-Sponsored the largest Red Ribbons for Life to date $20,000

Clothing Drives hosted throughout the Fraser Valley

The Imperial Reign attended more than 35 out of town events including Coronations, Pageants and Prince & Princess Gala’s

Coronation step down theme “An Evening with the Mafia Kings and Burlesque Queens“

Proclamation of Reign X: All Coronation Books going forward shall include all individual Reign’s History Pages

The Strength of the Arch ‐ Imperial Reign 11

May 2015‐May 2016

Arch Empress XI Amanda Luv

Imperial Crown Consort to Empress XI Rob Lowen

Crown Prince XI Masin

Imperial Crown Princess XI Irene Starr Black

Reign Colors – Black and Red

Reign 11 Highlights

Performed & was interviewed at Surrey City Hall for the Live “Tucked & Plucked” Show Attended and Participated in the First Rainbow Flag Raising at New Westminster City Hall nd Produced and Co‐Hosted the 2 Annual Safe Spaces Fundraiser Shows in Kamloops raising a estimated $25,000 Co‐Sponsored Red Ribbons for Life in November raising $13,000 Hosted the Empress’ Coat & Blanket Drive along with two direct food drive serving the Surrey Homeless Population directly Brought back a Monthly Drag Show to Surrey at the new GLBT Venue (Pride Lounge @the Flamingo) benefiting local charities, co‐hosted by Amanda Luv & Martin Rooney

Court of Surrey & Court of Vancouver were each Co Hosts of the “Jose Honors” in March 2016 The Empress XI ‐ Amanda Luv & Emperor I & VII ‐ Martin Rooney appeared as extra in the ABC Miniseries “When We Rise” Coronation Step Down Theme ‐ The Glamour Ball

The Enchantment of the Arch – Imperial Reign 12

May 2016– May 2017

Peace Emperor Luc Gagne Royale

Arch Empress Irene Starr Black

Imperial Crown Princess Devilla De Lishus Reign Colors - Blue and White

Reign 12 Highlights Took part at Pride Exhibit with Surrey Attended 3 Pride Celebrations Clothing and fed the Homeless on Christmas Eve The Imperial Reign Had attended 9 out of town Cor- onations and events Coronation step down :The Enchanted Kingdom… If the slipper fits!

Aspirants to the throne

Candidate for Peace Emperor XIII John Croteau

Candidate for Arch Empress XIII Holly Bear President’s Message

Your Majesties, Dignitaries and Honoured Guests.

Greetings and welcome to Coronation XIII The Enchanted Kingdom….If the Slipper Fits. I want to thank you all for attending and your continued support of EPAMA. It has been a very enjoyable year for the Court of Surrey and a very busy one. For me it has been a rewarding and learning experience this go round. New Society Bylaws were drafted, presented and accepted by College, Board and Community. New Policy and Procedures are being drafted and worked on by the college which is great to see teamwork of those working together. Added to all the Court events and meetings I also had the honour this year of being named and to Queen Mother 1 of the America’s Nicole the Great. This has added to my involvement to the ICS and been a very productive year thus far with duties on the International Court front.

I would like to thank our team of Board members for their talents and additions to this years Reign. Your efforts have helped to keep the Society going and moving forward. I want to extend my congratulations to our Decade Empress HISM Empress 4 Alexis Dupree, it has been a joy to see you out and continuing to be a great ambassador to our Court. Also Congrats to our 5 Year Anniversary Monarch’s their HISM Emperor 8 Duane Rose and Empress 8 Susan Crape who I have had the pleasure to work with all year in her role as Dean of the College. It has been a pleasure to work with you this year, and I wish you well with your future endeavors. Congrats also to our 1 Year celebrant Empress 11 Amanda Ryane Luv, it has been a busy year of reconnecting and talking shop. So glad that you are able to be here tonight after your eye surgery and I am looking forward to seeing all the performances tonight.

Now to our Current Emperor and Empress 12 Luc Gagne Royale and Irene Starr Divine Black, I hope this year has been everything that the two of wanted it to be. I know there were lots of late nights, and road trips, laughs and memories and even a few tears. You two have stayed strong and worked together and have brought many people together to celebrate your year. I wish you both the best in what ever you have planned next

Lastly to our Candidates to Reign 13 John and Holly, I wish you both the best of luck and I am sure the two of you will amazing things if granted the opportunity to represent the Society. I am here for you if you need me.

I remain Her Imperial Sovereign Majesty Empress 10 of Surrey Empress 28 of Calgary Empress 5.5 of Winnipeg Empress 27 1/2 of Everett President of EPAMA 2016-2017 Heir Apparent to Queen Mother 1 of the America’s Nicole the Great

Erica Divine

Good Evening Everyone in Surrey It has been my pleasure to have been one of the ½ Emperor’s to my good friend Luc Gagne, Luc our friendship goes back to the early 90’s and when we were going out together. To have been asked to be your half this year as you embarked on your journey, as an Emperor of Surrey has been an honour I will never forget. I enjoyed being with you out on the circuit and will continue to enjoy our visits together in the future. To Erica and Boyd every time I get to see the two of you together it is like rekindling an old friendship, I am glad that when I am in Surrey or Vancouver our paths get to cross, and I sure enjoyed my time with you at Vancouver’s ball. Speaking of which I would like to give a shout out to my very good friends Cory Yanciw and JJ Nation Emperor’s of Vancouver B.C. that I just love to pieces and I am glad I get to walk as Cory’s Calgary Empress tonight in Surrey as I stepped down as ½ at the out of town show. Martin and Rob it sure is fun when we get together and man I had an awesome time with you both at Vancouver’s ball thanks for being such great friends I love you both to pieces as well. Irene Starr Black what can I say the very first time I saw you we became soul mates and we bonded like we had known each other for a lifetime. I enjoyed our times together in Edmonton, Regina, Calgary and Vancouver this year, and I am so glad I get to spend your step down week and night with you here in Surrey. If I was ever to move to Surrey I would love to reign with you as your Emperor, or we could do vice-versa you could be Emperor and I could be Empress. You are one person that knows how to have a great time fun to be around and you say it like it is. I am Honoured as well to have been able to share this year with you as well as your half emperor to Luc. In closing to the Court of Surrey thank you for the honour of being able to represent your city while I was out on the court circuit this year it has truly been an experience I have enjoyed. H.I.S.M. Emperor XII, XVII & XVIII of Calgary, Alberta, Canada & H.M.I.S.M Emperor XII ½ of Surrey B.C. Canada. David Atchison.

Good evening your Majesties, Dignitaries and Guests. It has been my honor to serve as American ½ Emperor to His Most Imperial Majesty, Peace Emperor XII Luc Gagne Royale. Luc, your friendship has meant the world to me and I will cherish it forever! I truly appreciate your spirit, drive and passion for what it is that we do in the Court System. I was humbled and shocked when you offered me the opportunity to be your half and I am so very glad we got to take this journey together. I especially loved when you came to my home and stayed for Portland Coronation weekend. Your sense of humor and the conversations with our friends here were priceless… even if some things were lost in “translation”! I am so glad to be here tonight to celebrate your year with you and your Empire. I congratulate you on your accomplishments and look forward to a lifetime of friendship. Irene, your Majesty, what can I say? You embody the best there is in the community! Your drive, dedication and passion are amazing. You have a heart as big as your personality and I am so much the better to have you as a part of my life. You and Luc have done so much this year for your city and your charities, I will always be so proud to be part of your year. To the Court and community of EPAMA I extend my sincere thanks and gratitude. Every time I have visited I have been made to feel welcome and at home. You collectively make your community a better place. Your love and hospitality constantly amaze me. I am so proud to call you all friends and fellow courtiers!

With Love and Service to the Empire The American ½ Emperor to H.M.I.M. Emperor XII Luc Gagne Royale Tarell Irene & Luc

It’s been my pleasure to serve as your half empress this year and thank you for the honor

Enjoy your evening surrounded by those who love you

My best wishes always

Shauna Starr Wow! What an experience! My reign as Imperial Crown Princess Devilla De Lishus has been a blast. Empress Irene Star Black and I met at a drag show out in Mission. My partner, Danielle and I had just moved from the Kootenays, where I was a pretty big part of the LGBTQ community. The community has always been dear to our hearts. When I met Irene, I spoke with her about my passion about making a difference within the community. She told me all about EPAMA and all the good that the organization does. I was immediately excited and wanted to be a part of this fabulous machine and to be gifted with such an awesome new friend. I eventually was crowned Princess, which has always been an impossible dream growing up that was now going to be a reality. I was given the chance to perform musical numbers, which was amazing. I finally had a way to express my artistic side through music. I will always be grateful for the guidance that Mz. Adrian had given me to create an awesome performance. She is truly one the most talented people that I have met thus far. She is also incredibly kind. Our reign was able to attend the many Pride festivities throughout the lower mainland. I attended the Coronation in Edmonton, where I was fortunate enough to meet many people that are now my dear friends. I also attended an event in Bellingham where I got to spend some time with some super people. There have been many good times at numerous events throughout the year. Our reign is truly rich with a plethora of fabulous folks that I am lucky enough to be able to call my true friends. I Remain, Her Most Imperial Sovereign Highness Imperial Crown Princess XII Devilla De Lishus

Good evening your Majesties, family, and friends. Thank you all for joining us in celebration of our step down at Coronation XIII, The Enchanted Kingdom, If the Slipper Fits. As a reigning monarch for Surrey BC this past year it has been my great honor to have traveled to many coronations throughout Canada and the United States. I met a lot of new people and made a lot of new friends. I would like to thank my Empress Irene Starr Black for being there for me and standing by me through our year together. I have struggled at times with the language barriers between my native language of French and my new language of English. I would like to take the time to thank my board for helping me through this year. It takes a team to work together to make it a successful year. We have overcome so much and jumped many hurdles together. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported us during the year. I would like to say thank you to my USA Half Emperor, Tarell Pitcher and my Half Canadian Emperor, David Atchison for being there for me throughout my reign. This has been an experience that I will never forget and will always cherish. We did a lot of fundraising this year for a special charity that is very dear to my heart, Alzheimer's disease. I feel that everyone knows or has a family member has gone thought it. To my friends and family that have supported me during my reign, thank you. I hope everyone has a great evening and enjoy Vancouver BC, thank you to the Emperor and Empress for the toast you did for us at your investiture. Congratulations to Andrew and Sienna for a wonderful year. To the new monarchs, we wish you one hell of a year. GVNCS, thank you so much for supporting Reign 12. I am so happy that we could come together as a community. I am hoping that this continues for the next reign and for years to come.one Winnipeg, thank you for the lovely evening. Jamie, Jasmine's you are lovely personn and I had a really great time. I am so glad I got to make it to your coronation and spend time with family Everett, Washington, I would like to say a big thank you to all of you. I had a wonderful time at your coronation. I cherish the laughs we had when we went to the bar where bartenders were wearing nothing more than undies or halter tops. What memories we made that night! Edmonton Alberta, I really want to congratulate you on the wonderful work that you accomplished this year. Well done Portland, , What a marvelous evening I had at your coronation. Thank you Terrell and Brandon for the hospitality of your home. Bellingham, Washington, Congratulations to Rikki. I know you're going to continue to have an epic year with your big smiles and your great big heart! Vancouver, Washington, I was able to have my last out of town coronation for my reign with you. Thank you so much for making the end of the year a very nice and happy occasion. I Remain H.M.I.S.M. The Cinderfella Peace Emperor Luc Gagne Royale Reign XII Enchantment of the Arch.

Good evening Ladies and Gentlemen. I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you who has come from near and far to celebrate this lovely evening. I was asked a few months ago what made me become who I am today. I sat this person down and started to explain, when I was little girl I was raised by my grandfather and grandmother. When I reached seven and a half years old, my biological mother wanted me back. She had gotten married and wanted the chance to raise her daughter. I went to living with two strangers. I had no idea who they were. I cried myself to sleep many, many nights. Soon after, my stepfather started touching me in improper places. My biological mother became a very abusive mother. I would go to school everyday with bruises and feeling bruised inside. My teacher at the time knew what was going on in my household but had never done anything about it. I would go to school and see all these young girls wearing beautiful dresses and gowns. They had their ears pierced with earrings hanging from them. I swore, one day I will be one of those princesses. I would find my prince charming. As I got older I went to schools in my province to talk to kids. I taught them that no one should ever touch you or hurt you and whether you are straight, gay or lesbian no one should ever treat you wrong. As I got older, the way I was brought up was always in the back of my mind. When I started doing things with the LGBTQ and EPAMA, I saw all the beautiful drag queens, with their beautiful gowns and sparkling jewelry. I knew in my heart that one day soon that will be me and that dreams really can come true. Vancouver, BC: Thank you so much to Andrew Myte Von Bearstine for being who you are and becoming a good friend. Sienna Blaze, you have changed the way I think about things now.

Regina: My wonderful hometown of Regina, thank you. Bruce and Avaughna Sanoir, you are a mom and dad to me. You give your hearts and good advice openly. Kerry G Barrett don't change. Colonel Sanders you're the man! xo Calgary: Thank you so much for your coronations that I have attended. A big thank you to my Half Empress Shauna Starr for being there when I needed someone to talk too, and then there is Dion Belanger, you my dear, will always be in my heart forever. You both helped me in becoming who I am today.

Edmonton: Hmm, what to say about Edmonton? Well Dave Ahlberg and Bobb Yeust we have had a lot of laughs and tears over the years. You will never lose this women. Thanks guys. Everett: This woman, she took a piece of my heart. My lovely Half Empress Faye Funsize Nelson. You know I love you today, tomorrow and forever to the moon and back. Bellingham: Wow so much to say. Okay, here it goes. I met this wonderful person and she was amazing! I got to really know her heart of gold. Thank you to Wynonna Storm. I also was there for another amazing woman when she stepped up as Empress, Rikki Royale. Right from the first day we met it was sisters for life. Vancouver Washington: Okay this is going to be a big one folks. To Rain Emperor Shelley and Empress Jane, from the day I met you there was such a heart connection. It was almost like you both were sisters that I have lost and again found. Once again, you welcomed me into your home. You are both the most amazing people that I have ever known. Thank you both from the bottom of my heart. Then there is Tarell Pitcher. You have become a brother I never had. You fill my heart with joy. Then there is my wonderful Husband Brandon Glover. That day you became my husband you were an angel sent from God. I love each and every one of you forever and ever amen.

Portland: I was there the day you stepped up as Empress Vivica and Emperor Richard. I enjoy watching Vivica on FB. You made me laugh many times girl. Richard, you are always there with that big, beautiful smile. My Surrey family: This year I have been totally overwhelmed by the love and the support of each and every one of you. Thank you to my board President Doug Klein, Vice President Lauren McAdams, Dean of the College Susan Crape, Secretary Lois Best, Events Coordinator Melissa Efonoff, Treasure Gale Davis, my Emperor Luc Gagne Royale. To my ICP Devilla De Lishus, you are a great person. Thank you, girl! It's been a great year together. A great big thank you to everyone who came and supported this year. Mz A, thanks for the talks. After talking to you I see things more clearly and see a light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you, my friend. As this comes to the end, I am sorry if I have missed anyone. You should all know that I am so grateful for everything you have done for me. Now please sit back and enjoy the lovely coronation that is to come! Xoxo

With Love, I remain, H.M.I.S.M. The Cinderella Arch Empress Irene Starr Divine Black Reign XII Enchantment of the Arch.

Reign 8-The House of Rose The Five Year Anniversary Team

Emperor Duane and Empress Susan congratulate Reign 12,

Emperor Luc and Empress Irene,

on their successful year of noble deeds.

May all your memories of your year be

happy and plentiful. Congratulations to Peace Emperor XII Luc Gange Royale and Arch Empress XII Irene Starr Black on a successful reign.

Best wishes to the Aspirants to the throne. The Decade Celebrant Arch Empress IV Alexis Dupree Coronation XIII

Set 1

Introduction Emcees: Shauna Starr & Erica Divine

Flags and Anthems

Invocation: GVNCS

Introduction TMISM Emperor and Empress 12 Luc Gagne Royale and Irene Starr Divine Black

Introduction of the Court of Surrey

In and Out of town businesses

Court Walks – San Francisco, Portland, Vancouver BC, Canadian Courts, Seattle, Denver

Brother/Sister Courts – Bellingham, Chicago, Hawaii

Imperial Crown Princess Command Performance- Shelly Volante

Out of Town Show Command Winner

Dean of College Command Presidents Command

Excuse the Royal Family from Dias

Set 2

Introduction of Emcees: Lorne Stelmach & Judy Jive

Introduction of Guest to the Dias

Introduction of Imperial Family and Board of Directors to Stage

Presentation of Awards Presentation of Charity Donation & Scholarships

Court Walks A-M

Emcee Performance-Shauna Starr

Court Walks N-Z

Entertainer of the Year Performance-Qorie Luv

Excuse Guest & Monarchs from Dais

Aspirant Performance

Coronation XIII

Set 3

Introduction of Emcees: Shauna Starr & Erica Divine

Introduction of TMISM Emperor and Empress Luc Gagne Royale & Irene Starr Divine Black

Introduction of Guests to Dias

Anniversary Performances: 1 year HISM Empress XI Amanda Luv

5 year HISM Emperor VIII Duane Rose 5 year HISM Empress VIII Susan Crape

10 year HISM Empress IV Alexis Dupree

Emcee Performance-Lorne Stelmach Emcee Performance-Judy Jive

Emperor Command Performance-Mz Adrien

Empress Command Performance-David Cook Royale

Emperor Command Performance-Wynonna Storm

Empress Command Performance-Dion Bonk

Emperor Command Performance-Hell on Heels

Empress Command Performance-Krystal Starr

Emperor Command Performance-Yeust Bobb

Empress Command Performance-Salvador Tovar

Excuse Guests and Monarchs from Dias

Set 4

Introduction of Emcees: Lorne Stelmach & Judy Jive

Last Walk of HMISM Emperor XII Luc Gagne Royale

Last Walk of HMISM Empress XII Irene Starr Divine Black

Introduction of Baronial and Imperial College of Monarchs

Crowning Council of Imperial Crown Prince and Princess

Imperial Crown Imperial Crown Imperial Crown Prince & Prince & Prince & Princess 1 Princess 2 Princess 3 Bruce & Wayne & Eric DeMan & Amanda Luv Melissa Elektra Quecha

Imperial Crown Imperial Crown Co-Imperial Prince 4 Prince & Crown Princesses Zach Flash Princess 5 6 Joycelynn Starr Foxx Ethan & & Erica Divine Melody

Imperial Crown Imperial Crown Imperial Prince & Princess 9 Crown Prince Princesses 8 Whoopsie Daisy & Princess 7 Mr. max, Mz Adrien Fuca Rose Duane Rose & & Jennifer Geddes Susan Crape Council of Imperial Crown Prince and Princess

Imperial Crown Imperial Crown Being added tonight Prince & Princess 11 Princess 10 Imperial Crown Boyd Divine & Irene Starr Princess 12 Joycelynn Starr Black Devilla De Lishus Founder & Protector Martin Rooney

Baronial & Imperial College of Monarchs

Baron & Baron & Baroness 3 Baroness 1 Baroness 2 Scott Rhode Robert Mayd Boyz Onya Marx & Onya Marx & Paige turner

Emperor & Emperor & Emperor & Empress 1 Empress 2 Robert Mayd Boyz Empress 3 Martin Rooney Scott Rhode & & Taylor Mayd & Rose Royce Ryane Onya Marx b.d. Baronial & Imperial College of Monarchs

Empress 4 Emperor & Emperor & Empress 5 Alexis Wolfgang Bang & Empress 6

Elektra Quecha Vacant Dupree

Emperor & Emperor & Emperor & Empress 7 Empress 8 Empress 9 Martin Rooney & Duane Rose & Mr. Max & Rose Royce Ryane Susan Crape Jennifer Geddes

Emperor & Empress 11 Being Added Tonight Empress 10 David Cook Royale Amanda luv Emperor & Empress 12 & Erica Divine Luc Gagne Royale & Irene Starr Black

2016-2017 Board of Directors

President Vice President Secretary Erica Divine Whoopsie Daisy Lois Best

Treasurer Dean of the College Emperor XII Gale Force Susan Crape Luc Gagne Royale

Imperial Crown Empress XII Princess Events Co-Ordinator Irene Starr Black Devilla De Lishus Melissa Healy Awards of Empire of the Peace Arch Monarchist Association In November of 2007 it was decided at the OISRCS Annual General Meeting, that the Court of Surrey would form it’s own Society. Thus EPAMA was created and a new set of awards were established for 2008. Previous Awards such as the Jose Bertao Humanitarian Award, and the OIS Presidents Award were retired. Awards carried forward were Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, Rainbow Spirit Award and the Turner/Boys Scholarship Awards.

The Turner Boys Scholarship Awards were founded by Baron and Baroness 2 Robert Mayd Boyz and Paige Turner in 2002.. It has been awarded to many Youth and Adults who were pursuing and continuing their educational studies. In 2016 it was decided to rename the scholarships to The EPAMA Scholarships (formerly the Turner/Boyz Scholarships).

Citizen of the Year Business of the Year Rainbow Spirit Award Awarded to the person or persons that provide Awarded to businesses that have shown Created by Scott Rhode & Onya Marx exemplary services to the Society. remarkable support to the Society. Presented by the Reigning Monarchs to a Past Recipients Past Recipients deserving person who works mainly behind the 2000 Mz. Adrien The Now Newspaper scenes of the Society. 2001 Bruce Coddington All Points Travel Past Recipients 2002 Martin Rooney Days Hotel (Compass Point Inn) 2001 Gerry Gardner 2003 Nancy & Jules VanCity 2002 Martin Rooney 2004 Onya Marx Paddlewheeler Cruises 2003 Mel Gil 2005 Lori Roberts Imagine Graphics 2004 Steven Smailes 2006 Rob Neyts & Sterling Hargitt Buddies (50’s Burger) 2005 Bill Robbins & Larry Szunyik 2007 Amanda Luv Les Grande Dames 2006 Ken & Ramona Mc Neil 2008 Bruce Coddington Dell Bowling Lanes 2007 The Lanoue Family 2009 Larry Szunyik Fireside Café 2009 Max Bylander 2010 Martin Rooney Oasis Hotel 2010 Paul Scoles 2012 The Barony Era Olympia Pizza 2012 Susan Crape 2013 Reg Manning Tinasco Graphics 2013 Mz. Adrien 2014 Susan Crape Columbia Theatre 2014 2015 Irene Black Met Hotel 2015 Melissa Healy 2016 Masin Ingenthron The Flamingo 2016 Dawn Brown Added tonight Added tonight Added tonight 2017 Gale Davis Winners Circle 2017 Boyd Klein

AWARDS CREATED BY EPAMA

Court Member of the Year 2008 Mz. Adrien, 2009 Paul Scoles, 2010 Mel Gil, 2012 Max Bylander, 2013 Phyllis Frazell-Hanle,2014 Lois A Best, 2015 Alexis Dupree, 2016 Lisa Larinne. 2017 Added tonight: Melanie Dolly Normand

President’s Award 2008 Darshun Hall, 2009 Vern Eaton & Paul Scoles, 2010 Wayne Steel, 2012 Susan Crape, 2013 Surrey Community, 2014 Robert Vant’ Hof, 2015 Martin Rooney, 2016 Youth For a Change. 2017 Added tonight: Mz. Adrien

Dean of the College Award 2008 Rob Loewen, 2009 Mel Gil & Martin Rooney, 2010 Michael Sean Morris, 2012 Susan Crape, 2013 The Community, 2014 Rob Loewe n, 2015 Bruce Coddington, 2016 Rob Loewen. 2017 Added tonight: Luc Gagne Royale

Dusty Ryane Humanitarian Award Created and Donated by Martin Rooney & Mz. Adrien Ryane Jive. Awarded to those who give of themselves beyond the call of duty. They work with and for the local community, have a positive impact on social issues, and support fundraising worthy charitable causes. 2008 Penny Priddy, 2012 Positive Haven Food Bank.

Vanguard Award Created by Amanda Ryane Luv and to be presented with consultation of the Reigning Monarchs. The award is given to a person who has given support to the Society for a minimum of 10 Years through promoting, attending or contributing to its events and growth. 2016 Sushi Bar Added tonight 2017 Alexis Dupree lifetime titleholders Gay Titleholders Order of Surrey Mr. & Ms. Gay 1 Robert & Taylor Mayd Dave Smith-Seattle JD Renee-Vancouver, BC Mr. & Ms. Gay 2 Scott Rhode & Onya Marx Beverly X-Vancouver, BC Secret Desire-Bellingham Regent Gay Surrey to 3rd Year Robert/Fonda Boyz Meme Jenkins-Seattle Brad Atkins-Vancouver, BC Mr., Ms. & Miss Gay Surrey 2003 Tyler Storm, Crystal Cathedral & Stingray Slaughter-Salem Emperor Jimmy –Eugene Robynn Frame Martin Deaver-Las Vegas Mercedes Benz-Redding Ms. & Miss Gay Surrey 2004 Alexis Dupree & Rose Royce Robynn Frame-Surrey Lyle Sandy-Vancouver Ms. & Miss Gay Surrey 2005 Alexis Dupree & Nikki Hell On Heels-Calgary John D-Seattle Mr. & Miss Gay Surrey 2006 Rob Neyts & Desiree Kent Epperson-Denver Rhani D’Chea-Tacoma Mr. Gay Surrey 2007 Jazz Channel Divine Empress Milo-San Diego Jeff Kirkey-Vancouver, BC Mr. Gay Surrey 2008 Steve Von Wrap Katrina Yen-Surrey Raven Maniac-Bellingham Mr. & Miss Gay Surrey 2009 Levi & Jayla Vie Louis-Buffalo Miss Gay Surrey 2010 Jennifer Geddes Imperial Order of Surrey Mr. Gay Surrey 2011 Max Bylander Martin Rooney-Surrey Scott Rhode-Surrey Gay Surrey 2012 Vacant Onya Marx-Surrey Robert Mayd Boyz-Surrey Mr. Gay Surrey 2013 David Cook Paige Turner-Surrey Robert Loewen-Surrey Mr. Gay Surrey 2014 Luc Gagne Dean Ryane-Vancouver, BC Gerry Gardner-Surrey Gay Surrey 2015 Vacant Jim Philpot-Surrey Steven Smailes-Surrey Gay Surrey 2016 Vacant Bruce Coddington-Surrey Mz. Adrien-Vancouver, BC Trans* Surrey Barry Nichol-Vancouver, BC Michael D-Seattle 2016 Morgan Lisa Montroy The Lovely Suzanne-Portland Gene Brake-San Antonio Bear Titleholders Madison Lane Weston-Seattle Peter Storm-Bellingham Mr. Surrey Bear 1 Russ Wade Betty Desire-Bellingham Sinnamen Snapp-Salem Mr. Surrey Bear 2 Rob Loewen Michael Durate Sousa-Rhode Island Taylor Mayd-Surrey King & Queen of Hearts Rose Royce Ryane-Surrey Joanne Carey-Surrey Vince Rexx-Vancouver, BC Doug Klein-Mission King Father & Queen Mother of Hearts Nikki & Sparkles Elektra Quecha-Surrey Wolfgang Bang-Surrey King of Hearts 1 Steve Alexis Dupree-Surrey Mr. ted Northe-Vancouver, BC King & Queen of Hearts 2 Dimitri Diamond Rose & Jazz Divine Nicole the Great-San Diego Mz. Rhonda-Calgary King of Hearts 3 Kirk Dena Marie Szunyik-Surrey Brian Storm-Bellingham King of Hearts 2010 Ian Rhode-Ride Joycelynn Starr-Surrey Countess Charlotte-Everett King & Queen of Hearts 2011 David & Melanie Taz Naz-Sardis Myria Le Noir-Vancouver, BC King & Queen of Hearts 2012 Travis & Brianna English-Vancouver, BC Cory Yanciw-Vancouver King & Queen of Hearts 2013 Lawrence Lacandula & Whoopsie Daisy Al Houston-Vancouver, BC Duane Rose-Surrey King & Queen of Hearts 2014 DJ Picasso & Moaning Lisa Larinne Susan Crape-Surrey Desana Storm-Bellingham King & Queen of Hearts 2015 Tyler Turner & Jojo Rob Surreal-Spokane Gerri Lake-Everett King & Queen of the Rivers-Pride Daphne Storm-Eugene Maxwell Bylander-Surrey K & Q of the Rivers 1 Joe Sharpe & Linda Mitchell Jennifer Geddes-Surrey Boyd Klein-Abbotsford K & Q of the Rivers 2 Dave Smith & Jo JJ Nation-Vancouver, BC David Cook-Surrey K & Q of the Rivers 3 Jeff Kirkey & Rose Royce Erica Divine-Abbotsford Lawhore-Vancouver, BC K & Q of the Rivers 4 Vince Rexx & Linda Sysselof Bruce Antecol-Vancouver, BC Sushi Bar-Vancouver, BC K & Q of the Rivers 5 Chad & Karma St. James Amanda Luv Ryane-Surrey K & Q of the Rivers 6 Wylder Luv & Joanne Barony Era K & Q of the Rivers 7 Rob Neyts & T Founder & Protector Martin Rooney K & Q of the Rivers 8 Mitch & Ryan Baron 1 Scott Rhode & Baroness 1 Onya Marx B.D. Entertainer of the Year Baron 2 Robert Mayd Boyz & Baroness 2 Paige Turner 2005-2006 Dan Harley Boyz Baroness 3 Onya Marx B.D 2006-2007 Scott Rhode Imperial College of Monarchs 2007-2008 Desiree Emperor 1 Martin Rooney & Empress 1 Taylor Mayd 2008-2009 Paige Turner Emperor 2 Robert Mayd Boyz & Empress 2 Rose Royce Ryane 2010-2011 Mz. Adrien Emperor 3 Scott Rhode & Empress Onya Marx B.D. 2011-2012 Alexis Dupree Empress 4 Alexis Dupree 2012-2013 Taylor Mayd Emperor 5 Wolfgang Bang & Empress 5 Elektra Quecha 2013-2014 Martin Rooney Emperor & Empress 6 Vacant 2014-2015 Al Houston Emperor 7 Martin Rooney & Empress 7 Rose Royce Ryane 2015-2016 Robin Loveless Emperor 8 Duane Rose 8 & Empress 8 Susan Crape 2016-2017 Qorie Luv Emperor 9 Mr. Max & Empress 9 Jennifer Geddes Baron & Baroness of King George Hwy Emperor 10 David Cook Royale & Empress 10 Erica Divine B & B 1 Sean Carter & Katrina Yen Empress 11 Amanda Luv Ryane B & B 2 Jeff Prior & Robynn Frame Emperor 12 Luc Gagne Royale & Empress 12 Irene Starr Black B & B 3 Marcus Benz Over & Loretta Didit Council of Imperial Crown Prince & Princesses Emperor & Empress of King George Hwy ICP 1 Bruce & ICP 1 Melissa E & E KGH 1 Scotty Devore & Lotta Liquor ICP 2 Wayne & ICP 2 Amanda Ryane Luv E & E KGH 2 Wolfgang 7 Dyna Myte ICP 3 Eric DeMan & ICP 3 Elektra Quecha Empress 5 KGH 5 Loretta Didit ICP 4 Zach Flash Foxx Keys of the Empire 2008 ICP 5 Ethan & ICP 5 Melody ted Northe & Nicole the Great ICP 6 Joycelynn Starr & ICP 6 Erica Divine Brother & Sister Courts ICP 7 Duane Rose 7 & ICP Susan Crape Bellingham, Chicago, Hawaii & Edmonton ICP 8 Mr. Max, ICP 8 Jennifer Geddes & ICP 8 Mz. Adrien Imperial Queen Mother Ultima for Life ICP 9 Whoopsie Daisy Fuca Rose ICP 10 Boyd Divine & ICP 10 Joycelynn Starr Maka’z Empress XXV of Hawaii ICP 11 Irene Starr Black ICP 12 Devilla De Lishus

Congratulations to Peace Emperor XII Luc and Arch Empress XII Irene and the 12th Reign

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