Canadian Monarchist News Les Nouvelles Monarchiques du Canada Spring/Summer 2002 Vol. 7 No. 1 The Monarchist League of Canada

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THE MONARCHIST LEAGUE OF CANADA – 32nd ANNIVERSARY 1970-2002 Canadians NEW NATIONAL POLLS Celebrate the SHOW CANADIANS Lives of The Queen Mother SUPPORT MONARCHY 2-1 & Princess 63%-30% FAVOUR RETENTION IN COMPAS SURVEY 79% SUPPORT CONSTITUTIONAL MONARCHY – IPSOS-REID POLL Margaret SYMPATHY FOR THE QUEEN, YOUNGEST CANADIANS ARE STRONGEST SUPPORTERS FLAGS NEARLY UNIVERSALLY UPWARD SUPPORT TREND UNMISTAKABLE: POLLS TAKEN BEFORE ROYAL DEATHS AT HALF-MAST Canadians joined The Queen and A Brief Analysis & Comment Monarchists in Golden Jubilee Year! The The same poll shows that 48% of Royal Family in sympathy at the deaths by John Aimers survey also showed that only 18% felt respondents think The Queen is doing of HRH Princess Margaret on February Polls released by major Canadian news strongly – and 12% moderately – that the best job amongst the members of the 9th and of HM Queen Elizabeth The organizations around Accession Day – Canada should abolish the Monarchy Royal Family. Of course they do – who Queen Mother on Easter Even, March that is, before any “bubble” favouring the and become a republic. 69% agreed with wouldn’t? This popularity poll is some- 30th. Monarchy either as a result of initial the statement “The government accepts what meaningless. Asked who is doing Coverage of Canadian commemoration celebrations of Golden Jubilee Year or of the Monarchy but doesn’t give it much the worst job, 30% name Charles fol- and reaction to the two Royal deaths begin sympathy for The Queen on account of thought.” continued on page 2 on page 3. her double bereavement – show a remarkable surge in support for the Crown, muted only slightly by some PRINCE MICHAEL anomalous internal inconsistencies in FEDS, SASKATCHEWAN one of the major soundings. ACCLAIMED In the poll commissioned from COM- LEAD GOLDEN JUBILEE PAS by National Post/Global Television, ACROSS CANADA an astonishing 63% “believe the monar- OBSERVANCES 54 ENGAGEMENTS, chy should maintain or strengthen its 19 SPEECHES DURING 12-DAY, role in Canada,” as opposed to 30% who “a...sovereign, faithful and loyal to our people” – Copps 4-PROVINCE TOUR some what or strongly wish to make ROYAL PROCLAMATION ISSUED Canada a republic. That result compares HRH PRESENTS MONARCHIST to 1997-99 Gallup polls which showed MINT, CANADA POST, CBC HONOUR THE QUEEN LEAGUE HONOURS IN TORONTO, monarchical support ranging from 37- ALBERTA, BC, NOVA SCOTIA ALSO MARK JUBILEE CALGARY & VICTORIA 48% and republican sentiment in the 43- In a private visit that 53% range. “SUPPORT FOR MONAR- YUKON OPENS “BOOK OF JUBILATIONS” nonetheless captured CHY HIGHEST IN YEARS” ran the sur- ONTARIO COMMEMORATIONS LAG, QUEBEC both media and pub- vey’s sub-headline – not a bad banner for DUBS CELEBRATION “FOLLY” lic attention, His Royal Highness Prince In This Issue As public and private Canadian cele- the federal government in over a genera- Michael of Kent jour- brations of the Golden Jubilee gather tion. neyed across Canada in Canada Post Celebrates steam, the federal government under the “Fifty years after her accession to the March. The Queen’s Golden Jubilee leadership of Heritage Minister Sheila throne, Elizabeth II remains a symbol of Cousin, Grand son of Two new stamps issued ...... 2 Copps has taken the principal and overt- continuity, stability and tradition in a King George V and Queen Canadian Golden ly-enthusiastic role in promoting wide- world that is under a barrage of constant Mary, traveled under the Jubilee Report spread observance of HM’s 50th year on change,” said the Minister, as she launch- private auspices of John Federal & Provincial observances...... 8-11 the Throne. Amongst the provinces, ed the federal programme of Jubilee In- Aimers, who coordinated the tour which was initiated Crowns & Maces Saskatchewan’s long tradition of multi- itiatives in Ottawa on February 20th. In a party support for the Crown coupled National Post interview the day previous, when Her Majesty ap - RCS Essay Contest Ignores Jubilee pointed HRH as IODE Loyal No More?...... 14-15 with a singularly-imaginative Protocol Ms. Copps observed “The Queen, and the Office has given it undisputed leadership heritage she gives to us, is not just part of Colonel-in-Chief of the FREE JUBILEE COLOUR in Jubilee programming. our past, but part of our common future... Essex & Kent Scottish PICTURE OF QUEEN – When you’re a mature country, you don’t Regiment, based in Windsor. OTTAWA TURN-AROUND ORDER FORM ...... 15 need to break your ties with the past.” To the keystone welcome by the Governor General In an astonishing volte-face from Amongst the Ottawa initiatives: Regiment of their new Colonel were Celebrates Jubilee Ottawa’s usually-tepid monarchism, and ● Jubilee Celebration Funds – Govern- added myriad engagements in four Attends League Reception ...... 22-23 in sharp contrast to the meagre pro- ment financial assistance is being made provinces. The Prince’s demanding pro- gramme ranged from attendance at three Prince Michael’s gramme of Silver Jubilee commemora- available for innovative celebrations dur- Cross-Canada Tour tions in 1977, Ms Copps and materials ing the Celebrate Canada period of June Awards Presentations of the Royal Life Presents League Honours ...... 24-29 from her Department spoke of the Can- 21-July 1. Saving Society of which HRH is Com- adian Crown in language not heard from continued on page 8 continued on page 24 constitutional monarchy helps to define Poll... Canadian identity, and should continue continued from page 1 to be our form of government.” lowed by the Duke of Edinburgh, The Balanced against these is a bizarrely- CANADA POST CELEBRATES Earl of Wessex, The Duke of York and the contradictory result: 48% strongly/ Princess Royal, each in single figures. somewhat say the constitutional monar- GOLDEN JUBILEE Two points: the phrasing of the ques- chy is outmoded and should be replaced tion allows for one answer – thus it with a republican form of government COMMEMORATIVE 48-cent STAMP BEING REPRINTED understandably places The Queen in first and an elected head of state as in the OUELLET PROMISES RETURN OF QUEEN DEFINITIVE place. In turn it seems to have depreciat- USA. ed the standing of The Queen Mother, But then 58% state the issue isn’t FOR 2003 who was enormously popular, but who worth the fuss of changing it. GOVERNOR GENERAL ANNIVERSARY STAMP ALSO ISSUED carried out few engagements and was “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” ran the perhaps seen more as a loved symbol subhead on the Globe story – perhaps Popular demand for Canada Post’s than a “working” member of the Royal the only possible conclusion out of this Family. Second, if one invites people to welter of figures. The analysis came from large-sized and singularly attractive first- say who is doing the worst job, it almost the poll director, John Wright, who went class rate commemorative stamp honour- demands an answer. Charles has over- on to observe “[the monarchy] holds the ing The Golden Jubilee has caused a break- come most of the antipathy towards him framework together and it makes us unlike ing of precedent by the Corporation. It is in the UK; Canadians see him less fre- the United States. It gives us our own sense quently, hence he faces a more arduous of character and culture.” Readers must having to reprint the stamp in order to task to be seen as an engaging, capable remember that these are the words of a assure supplies available for sale through- future King. The evidence of his recep- neutral pollster, writing to his client, The out Jubilee Year! “As far as we are aware,” tion here last April is nonetheless en- Globe & Mail, which he knows full well a Corporation spokesman told Canadian Monarchist News, “this is couraging from the Monarchist perspec- advocates the republican position! tive. Polls do not make or break an institu- the first time a commemorative stamp has been reprinted in Canada.” One might also share the perspective tion. Properly read, the general trend of The decision was in line with the December 3rd, 2001 announcement that had a poll about the popularity of these two polls is encouraging to the of the printing of the first 15 million stamps – that “additional the then Prince of Wales, Prince Eddy, Monarchist cause. Certainly, they suggest quantities will be printed as needed throughout the calendar year.” the future beloved Edward VII, been a great deal of support for the Crown, a Stock of the Jubilee issue had run out in many parts of the taken at the time of Victoria’s Golden positive trend in that support and no Jubilee, it would have revealed great con- public interest whatsoever in the wrench- country by early Spring. Confusion caused by unavailability of the demnation from a nation scandalized by ing and divisive process of debate and stamp was then compounded by misinformed postal clerks, often his extra-marital romances, involvement constitutional change that would be franchisees rather than employees of Canada Post. They told cus- in a divorce case and a card cheating required to turn Canada into a republic. scandal. What did it mean in the long tomers not only that no more Jubilee stamps would be forthcoming, run? Nothing! Indeed, support for but also that no definitive stamps of The Queen (a definitive is a Victoria herself at the time of her Golden BEHIND THE HEADLINES domestic letter-rate stamp kept in constant stock) would be printed Jubilee might have reflected the strongest Ipsos-Reid regional breakdown of the in 2003 and beyond. republican tide seen in modern Britain. 79% positive support for constitutional The second survey, a Globe & Mail/ The Canada Post spokesman admitted that officials indeed had monarchy: CTV poll taken by Ipsos-Reid should be realized the existence of confusion at some of its outlets re. the con- Atlantic Canada… 87% treated with great caution, as its results tinuing availability of the Golden Jubilee stamp. “A reprint of this Saskatch ewan & Manitoba… 84% are, to the mind of any reasonable per- Alberta… 83% stamp is taking place; and a bulletin is to be sent in the forthcoming few son, curiously contradictory. Ontario… 80% weeks to all postal outlets, advising them that they are expected to stock The good news for Monarchists reads British Colum bia… 79% as follows: 79% somewhat or strongly both the Queen and the flag stamps and providing them with re- Quebec… 73% agree with the statement “I support the ordering information,” he said. constitutional monarchy as Canada’s Ipsos-Reid demographic breakdown of In a letter to MP Brenda Chamberlain (L: Guelph-Wellington) the 79% positive support for constitu- current form of government where we Canada Post CEO Hon Andre Ouellet confirmed the return of the elect governments whose leader be - tional monarchy: comes the Prime Minister.” That is, by Youngest Canadians… 86% Queen definitive, supplanted this year by the Jubilee stamp. Writing any measure, an astonishing degree of Middle-aged Canadians… 76% on April 30, he said “We will return to issuing Queen definitive stamps approval for Canada’s system of govern- Older Canadians… 74% in 2003.” M. Ouellet went on to suggest that all stamp products may ment. Contrary to received wisdom, the Ipsos-Reid also finds “Younger (66%) be ordered through the National Philatelic Centre, reached toll-free strongest cohort of support comes from and older (64%) Canadians are more at (800) 565-4362. the youngest Canadians. A second, less- like ly to feel that the constitutional publicized figure reveals a perhaps more- monarchy helps to define Canada’s iden- In announcing the issuance of the commemorative, Canada Post realistic result, although still one of sig- tity than their middle-aged (57%) coun- underlined that The Queen was “the fourth British [sic] Monarch to nificant support for the Crown: 62% terparts.” have achieved this feat.” Technical information about the stamp somewhat or strongly agree that “The supplied by the Corporation states that “Design of the stamp is by Gottschalk+Ash Inter national, a multi-disciplinary design firm with offices in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary and Zurich. The stamp features EDITOR’S NOTE the traditional symbol of Canada, the maple leaf, and an image of the Queen. Ashton-Potter will print the stamp on Tullis Russell Paper, using Apologies to subscribers who have patient ly anticipated for some time the 8-colour lithography and metallic inks. Measuring 37.5 mm by 32 mm publication of “Canadian Monarchist News.” Amidst six months’ spent (horizontally), the stamp has general tagging on four sides and will be organizing Prince Michael’s visit, the Farewell for Hon. Hilary Weston and perforated at 13+. The cancellation on the Official First-Day Cover will the Governor General’s Accession Day visit – as well as coping with enor- be Ottawa, Ontario.” mous media interest in the Golden Jubilee and during the mourning for February 1st saw the issue of four million commemorative and obsequies of The Queen Mother and Princess Mar garet – CMN simply stamps marking the 50th Anniversary of the did not “get done.” It now resumes its more regular publication schedule – appointment of Vincent Massey, the first every 3-4 months. CMN has not attempted to duplicate the extensive Canadian Governor General. According to a coverage already given to the two Royal Deaths above-mentioned. This is Canada Post release, the image, designed by not out of any lack of respect for either Queen Elizabeth or the Princess, but Neville Smith of Aylmer, Quebec, “ features a rather out of recognition that they have received full in the media including combination of the official lion symbol (repre- special commemorative magazines – not to mention the re-issue of Messrs senting the office of the Governor General), a Bousfield & Toffoli’s authoritative book – has already, in our judgement, stylized line drawing of Rideau Hall, and the provided loving tributes and a record of both lives and deaths which CMN names of the nine Canadian Governors General. The stamp’s primary would simply be duplicating. Different in personality, these two Royal colours are purple, gold and red, reflecting the official colours associated Ladies shared one abiding principle: loyalty to the Throne. It to give with the Governor General and Canada, while the numeral “50” indi- emphasis to that forward-looking spirit that this issue has been conceived. cates the anniversary year.” – JLA

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any commentators expressed Manitoba viceroy Peter Liba issued a their surprise at the ubiquity of statement expressing how “The Queen Mlowered Maple Leaf flags de - Mother embodied all that is best about the creed by official protocol for Margaret, Monarchy – devotion to duty, grace and who perhaps enjoyed rather greater pub- dignity, perseverance... and the unifying lic and media sympathy in death follow- role of the Crown as a non-partisan sym- ing a series of debilitating strokes than bol representing all citizens regardless of differences.” Michael Valpy writing in the Globe and Mail, called her “more generous and affectionate than the public knew. Her public services...were considerable and largely unnoticed.” Remarkably, The Queen continued with her Jubilee Tour of Jamaica, New Zealand and Australia, departing only 72 hours after Princess Margaret’s Funeral. The Queen Mother Former Prime Minister John Turner represented Canada at the Memorial ews of The Queen Mother’s death is gone.” The Canadian Alliance web site Service held in London on April; 19th, on Saturday of Easter weekend also carried a tribute. After an apparent the Governor General having flown to brought even more universal a bureaucratic tussle, mercifully alluded to she had in life, and despite her relative Germany in order to comfort troops and N half-masting of flags across the Maple but sketchily by a sleepy national media, families after the Canadian contingent absence from the public stage in recent Realm, and a deep sense of affection and it was determined that The Governor had suffered its first casualties in the war years. gratitude for a life so long and well lived, General should remain in Ottawa to pre- against terrorism. The Abbey Service was Newsnet and Newsworld along with coupled with renewed sympathy for The side over National Mourning, while the attended by nearly all The Royal Family local stations gave extensive air time to Queen who had lost both Mother and Prime Minister broke from his African and some 2,100 guests (with 500 chosen the news of her death, the Prince of Sister within a seven-week period. tour to attend the obsequies in London. by ballot from amongst members of the Wales’ tribute to “my darling Aunt” and In a tribute as touching as it was unex- public requesting to attend). It included the private Funeral at Windsor, while the pected, fans in Edmonton attending the no eulogy, at the Princess’ request. The national mood seemed to be one of re - Oilers-Dallas Stars game sang The Royal music included excerpts from Faure’s flection: sympathy for The Queen, be - Anthem instead of “O Canada” at the Requiem and the hymn Ye Holy Angels reaved only days after the commence- start of the hockey match. In Digby Bright. Viscount Linley and Felicity ment of Golden Jubilee Year; and admi- Mayor Frank MacKintosh ordered flags Kendal gave the readings. ration of the Princess, largely depicted as lowered even before the official advice the victim of a love denied in the had come from Ottawa. In Hamilton, 1950’s, which sacrifice had blight- Aubrey Oldham lowered his family’s flag ed her subsequent life. THE POET LAUREATE’S TRIBUTE to half-staff as CHCH Television re - The Governor General re call - TO PRINCESS MARGARET corded the sad moment. In Kitchener, ed “her en thusiasm for music and Chanelle Seguin, 11, inscribed her name The Younger Sister By Andrew Motion ballet,” while the Prime Minister and address in a condolence book dedi- lauded Margaret’s “grace, style The luxuries, of course, and privilege – cated to the Queen Mother at a local fun - and sense of compassion.” Her The money, houses, holidays, the lot: eral home, saying “She was very import - Canadian associations – hospital, All these were real, and all these drove a wedge ant to us because she was a good lady to school, regiment, ballet, a sup- Between your life and ours. And yet the everyone.” And in the Old Capital of posed romance with John Turner thought Quebec, where Her Late Majesty had first (who called her “a good pal”) – Of how no privilege on earth can keep set foot in the Dominion in 1939, Holy were warmly re call ed, as well. A life from suffering in love and loss – Trinity Cathedral’s congregation began One leitmotif was respect for an This means we turn to you and see how deep Easter services with the singing of The aspect of Mar garet’s life that had The current runs between yourself and us. Royal Anthem, while its bell ringers pre- Ac cording to the Toronto SUN, when a ever held constant: her devotion And now death spells it out again, and more, ceded Evensong with a half-muffled Commonwealth leaders meeting made to the Throne and to her sister As it becomes your final human act: A daughter quarter peal, a tribute duplicated across his arrival at the Funeral run late, The Queen. Outgoing Ontario gone before her mother goes; A younger the Rockies by the Vancouver Society of Chretien, along with prime ministers Lieutenant Governor Hilary sister heading on before; Change Ringers at Holy Rosary from Australia and New Zealand, was Weston, a friend of the Princess’, A woman in possession of the fact That love Cathedral. forced to enter through the Poets’ Corner said that she had “placed public and duty speak two languages. Television coverage was non-stop entrance rather than the West Door of duty ahead of private life,” while through out the week end and the subse- the Abbey. Buckingham Palace press offi- quent stages of the Lying in State and cer David McCombes told Sun Media the Funeral, and lengthy accounts of Queen royal family in no way meant to snub Eliza beth’s life and many journeys across Chretien: “It’s not in any way a snub, real- Canada filled the Sunday newspapers, ly. That was the only thing that could be with the two national papers adding spe- done at the time. Had he been an hour ear- cial supplements on Monday. Siob han lier, he could have come through the Great Rogers of National Post wrote a West Door.” particularly well-research ed piece tracing The first of many condolence books the two occasions when HM’s appoint- had opened in the Office of the Lieu ten - ment as Governor General was seriously continued on the next page mooted. Only the Globe and Mail’s Jeff Simpson spoiled the na tional mood of remem brance with a predictably sour and ad - monitory screed. Prime Minister Chretien issued a statement in which he called her “a touch stone of timeless values and conti- nuity. We were blessed by her full life, made richer by her presence and example, and feel a profound sense of loss that her extraordinary spirit

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NEWSPAPER COMMENT “BBC: It was though in many Governor General, presented her with ways a rather sad, unfulfilled life? the Order of Canada. “When I wear it, His Grace, The Archbishop of which I hope I shall, my thoughts and Canter bury: I wouldn’t use the word my happiest memories will be with ‘unfulfilled’. I think there was a deep the lovely Canada.” For more than sadness there. And I think all of us can 60 years, these feelings of attachment associate with her to that degree. Most were warmly reciprocated. Canada has of us have known pain, emotional lost a great friend in the departed troubles, physical troubles, that kind of Queen – a friend who brought out the thing, and could sympathise with her best in us and helped make us what we who had had her loves and lost. Had are.” Editorial in National Post, April 1 a family who had sup ported her of course. But a person actually “...Queen Elizabeth said ‘I’m almost of intelligence, interested in life, and glad we’ve been bombed. Now I can look want ed to be a loyal member and com- the East End in the face.’ The Queen mitted member of the Royal Family. Mother’s remark captures precisely the We often think of people like that that unspoken pact between the rulers and they are unfulfilled, but in many the ruled: they should be able to look respects actually they got a lot out of us in the face. For 79 years, when it life.” BBC Interview with Dr Carey, came to the things that matter, she February 9 could.” Mark Steyn, National Post, April 1 “Perhaps [Margaret’s] greatest achieve - continued from the previous page Cathedral narthex. ment, however, was her gift for parent- “She lived a good life, in both senses of the word, and despite half a century of ant Governor of Ontario by Easter Mon - Some of the most contemporary and hood and the unfailing love she day. With characteristic delicacy, Quebec deeply-felt Canadian memories of The showed to her son and daughter. In widowhood, an extremely happy one. She achieved everything that was asked Lieutenant Governor Lise Thibault Queen Mother came throughout the Viscount Linley and Lady Sarah wrote, “As Easter Day was preparing to mourning period from LCol Julian Chatto, she raised two impeccably well- of her. Indeed, it is hard to think of anything that she did that she might unfold its wings of hope, Her Majesty... Chapman, Commanding Officer of The adjusted and modest young people, took her flight toward her Eternity... a true Toronto Scottish Regiment (Queen Eliz- both of whom have made successful have done better. Above all, she died loved – “more deeply loved by all class- symbol of constancy and faithfulness a beth The Queen Mother’s Own). marriages and led lives of good- throughout the motions of life,” NS Lieu - Having lunched with the Regiment’s natured dignity. There is no greater es,” as Sir Winston Churchill said of her and her husband George VI, than any tenant Governor Myra Freeman lauded Colonel-in-Chief of 65 years as recently tribute that can be paid to any parent, her as “Matriarch of the Common wealth,” as July 2001, Col Chapman recalled her royal or otherwise, than to be able to princes of the past.” ... She had the innings of our times... Throughout her while Saskatchewan Premier Lorne Cal- deep affection for Canada: “She felt the say this of her children.” Leader in vert said “A blanket of sorrow covers us Canadian people had really opened their Sunday Telegraph, February 10 life, The Queen Mother displayed an unerring gift for saying and doing the all.” A Royal Proclamation issued to set arms to herself and the King on their first “Princess Margaret’s royal role was Right Thing. In this, she was guided aside the day of the Funeral for Can- visit in 1939. To know Canada would be more dear to her than anything else in not only by her innate good taste and adians to honour The Queen Mother’s there in Britain’s darkest hours was very life. She cherished the memory of King sweet nature, but also by an unshakable memory. important to her.” George VI not only as an indulgent faith in a higher power than principali- A chain of Memorial Services quickly Among Canadians attending the Fun- father – for her he embodied a dynasty ties. She died on Easter Eve, sure of the sprung up across Canada. In Toronto, eral in addition to contingents from The that stretched back to the mists of promises of the Christian resurrection. Archbishop Terence Finlay spoke from Queen Mother’s three Regiments were time, an institution invested with “The work you do is the rent you pay for his Cathedral pulpit about The Queen Doug Fee, of the Canadian Angus As - romance, mystery and magic... Her the room you occupy on earth,” she once Mother’s long and good life, a scene sociation and David Willmot, President faith was built on granite but ringed said. The Queen Mother occupied a repeated in capital and cathedral cities, as of the Ontario Jockey Club. with qualifications. She did not much comfortable room, some might say; but well as in parish churches, throughout Monarchist League Vice-Chairman esteem Presbyterians or Roman she paid her rent, and much more.” the land. Saskatchewan alone organized Paul Benoit summed up his tribute in Catholics, and drew little comfort from Leader in The Daily Telegraph, April 1 Provincial Memorial Services, held in these words: “While remaining at the the Prayer Book unless it was the serv- Prince Albert, Saskatoon and Regina, the apex of the pyramid of state, The Queen ice of Holy Communion in the 1662 “No one was expecting a reaction on last two being Ecumenical services at Mother positioned the Monarch at the cen- edition – but not too early in the this scale. The sheer press of people which The Lieutenant Governor gave the tre, or more precisely, at the heart of civil morning. She shunned long sermons as waiting to pay their respects to The address. Moose Jaw and Maple Creek society.” Jacques Monet, sj, the noted much as the sign of peace, and the Queen Mother has confounded those parishes also held observances, the for- historian and monarch ist, penned a omission of prayers for The Queen left commentators who, in the immediate mer arranged by Monarchist League graceful personal re flection in The Globe her very angry.” Kenneth Rose, writing aftermath of her death, rushed to tell Chairman Fr Derek Nicholls, who had and Mail, stating that “The Queen Mother in The Daily Telegraph, February 11 us that Britain remain unmoved... For also participated in the Regina service at has played a determining part” in secur- most, there was a sense of wanting to which members of the local Branch had ing the position of the Canadian “There is an inherent cruelty about the be a part of something: a feeling that, arranged a special display in the Monarchy. hereditary monarchical principle that in T.S. Eliot’s words, “history is now and ordains that frailty and sorrow must be England.” ...Our history is, in large exhibited to the public glare; infirmity measure, a story of kings and queens, and mortality are as much a part of the and in the case of The Queen Mother, whole process of the institution as are it is a happy story... In celebrating The youth and hope...” Andrew Roberts, The Queen Mother’s life, we are also cele- Sunday Telegraph, February 17 brating our own identity.” Leader in The Daily Telegraph, April 8 “She defined the words courage, honour, duty, decency, charm and “...our ability to love inclines most nat- warmth. She inspired and delighted urally to persons, and in the person of people. And perhaps that is her most The Queen we can invest all those worthy legacy of all.” Editorial, Toronto many fractured loves that make up Sun, March 31 patriotic love: love of country, love of nation, love of culture, love of land, all “The death of Queen Elizabeth, combined and channeled through per- The Queen Mother, is like a full stop son, one family... But why take my marking the end of the twentieth cen- word for it? A million people standing tury. No other figure now alive repre- silently by the road tell more of the sented that century more fully than did monarchy’s enduring relevance than the late Queen... On her 100th words could ever say.” Andrew Coyne, Birthday, Adrienne Clarkson, The writing in National Post, April 10 The Royal Walkabout invented, The National War Memorial, 1939 – Their Majesties unescorted amidst a crowd of Great War veterans – “I wish Hitler could see this,” one remarked.

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GOVERNOR GENERAL EULOGIZES QUEEN MOTHER

[Ed. Note: as Her Excellency has so fre- nate of human beings: they know that a beautiful lunch for 16 quently demonstrated, Canada is blessed what they have to do is the same as what people. Each guest had a with a Viceroy who is singularly eloquent, they most want to do. When that kind of connection to Canada – and able to capture exactly the national identification happens, every person one was a descendant of mood in her public discourses. Amidst the watching understands its profound im- the Earl of Athlone, the barrage of sincere but inevitably much-of- pact. Impact not only on the intentional Governor General at the a-kind tributes, Mme Clarkson spoke these person herself, but also on her family, her time of the Quebec Con- her – thus our own – words of loyalty and country and the world in which she has ference; another, a man love at the National Commemoration influence. whose grandfather had Celebrating The Queen Mother’s Life, held She became Queen at the time when been asked to be Gov - at Christ Church Cathedral, Ottawa, on the sun never set on the British Empire; ernor General in the April 9th.] she was the last Empress of India. And 1930s, but who had May only the truth be spoken, may from the intentionality of her character declined because of the only the truth be heard. she responded to her duty without set- precarious health of his Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the ting any limits on intensity. Everyone wife. The whole event Queen Mother accepted the place that who has watched her life knows this, was warm, friendly, and divine providence found for her. She even if they are critical of the details, had a purpose and a accepted the society of her contempo- even if they are obsessed with the super- meaning. raries. She understood the connection of ficial. None of this makes any difference, I’ve only learned since events. She was not born to be Queen; because we are today remembering a her death that the extra - she was not married to become Queen. woman who expressed the kind of ordinarily beautiful gold She was the wife of a second son, but the human freedom that made it impossible place settings which she event that made her a Queen was the to set any limits to what she could do. used for this lunch were unexpected abdication of the popular There was no public relations firm to not normally put out. older brother of her husband. About this tell her to walk through the areas of a But in the words of her event, she had no influence. However, she destroyed London, wearing her hat and friend – Lord St. John – understood that this was what she was her high-heeled shoes and her warm who was also with us, meant to do and she accepted it with smile. There was no one telling her to the settings were grace, with humour, with style and, most create her image by staying in a city being brought out specially, importantly, with intention. bombarded by enemy aircraft. because she wanted to People can easily confuse intention While most people consider that their honour our country, with ambition or goals. In fact, intention family and their country are the inner which she referred to is much larger and more important than and outer limits of their community, we several times as “lovely Canada” and the calm that comes of order.” In the those aims. Her whole life showed that see in the Queen Mother somebody who “dear Canada”. words of the anthem that has just been she had intention. That sunny and lucky knew that the limits were undefined. She It was exciting and yet completely sung, “Thy will keep him in perfect peace quality that we all sensed in her stemmed understood that no bounds can be final- relaxing to be in the company of such a whose mind is stayed on thee.” from something deep and profound. For ly placed upon a human being’s respon- hostess; knowledgeable, witty, tasteful The quality of peace and intention in people with intention are the most fortu- sibility to their fellows, no matter what and curious. I felt that she had done hon- the life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth their station in life. There our to our country because the Governor the Queen Mother is an example to us of isn’t anyone in the world who General of Canada had honoured her on how we may all try in our own lives, in has ever seen a picture or a behalf of our country. She insisted on our own work, in our own communities, television image of the wearing the insignia of the Order all the to communicate meaning, to live with Queen Mother as she waved, way through lunch, over her pearls and purpose. And to accomplish this with a smiled and nodded her feath- against her turquoise chiffon day dress. lightness of spirit, a humorous sociabili- er hat who doesn’t instinc- This kind of spirit, this kind of inten- ty and a contagious warmth. tively feel that she knew what tion, does not spring out of the fact that It was the Queen Mother’s intention she was doing. This gave us as somebody has been born and lived all that enabled her to finish the race, to people a sense of stability and their life in privilege. There are many keep the faith, and, finally, to soar on assurance. people who live in privilege in Canada, in wings as eagles do. There are critics who say Great Britain, anywhere that this was simply a part of in the world, who never the job and that she hap- have the sense of inten- pened to do it very well. But tion, who never are able if you examine the evidence to communicate to peo- over the last seventy years, ple that sense of com- you see that it is not because munity, that sense which of those smiles and waves I can only describe as that she became important to peace. us. It is because she commu- In St. Augustine’s City nicated the intention behind of God, he talks about the smiles and waves. And the world as a divine she genuinely be lieved that city: there are good peo- she could communicate with ple, whether Christians us; believed that what she or not, and every one of was doing was important to them belongs in the City us. Whether we accepted or of God. St. Augustine rejected it was our personal points out that one of business. But she knew and the finest attributes of she intended it. the City of God, the ideal When John Ralston Saul of human community, is and I went to London in peace. The kind of city, October of 2000 to invest her of community, that we as a Companion of the Order in Canada are trying to of Canada, she was a delight. build, with hope. He She had that capacity to defines peace as “the infect you with enthusiasm perfectly ordered and through her wit and charm harmonious commun- and, most of all, her memory. ion of those who find She invited us to lunch and their joy in God and in we expected it to be a small one another in God ... courtesy event. Instead it was Peace in its final sense is

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OTTAWA COMMEMORATION SERVICE IMPRESSIONS [Ed: Stuart Eagleson, a student at Carleton status is the excellence of the music, University, was one of the Dominion Chair - which for many years has been under the man’s two official representatives at the offi- direction of Frances Macdonnell. But cial service honouring The Queen Mother also contributing is the experience the in Ottawa, Paul Benoit being the other] Church has in integrating into a coherent In general, the memorial service for and tasteful service the policy require- the Queen Mother was well thought out, ments of bilingualism and multicultural- pleasantly entertaining, and very formal; ism. For unlike the service held two well suited to a lady of royalty. Three months earlier to commemorate the an - things particularly stood out, making the niversary of Her Majesty’s accession to service wonderful. First, the eulogy by the throne, which was solely a Christ the Governor General was the centre Church initiative, the Queen Mother’s piece of the ceremony, which she deliv- commemorative service was organized ered very well. It was filled with praise for with the help of the Department of the life of the Queen Mother on a per- Canadian Heritage... sonal level; seemingly written by Her The hymns chosen for the service – Excellency herself, rather than having “Praise, my soul, the King of heaven”, been scripted. This added a nice dimen- “The Lord’s my Shepherd”, and “Guide sion of quality. Second, the choice of me, O thou great Jehovah” – had person- Official Ottawa mourns The Queen Mother hymns and readings was deliberate to al significance for the Queen Mother, as give an insight into the personal likings did the anthems: the “Hallelujah RT HON JOE CLARK’S TRIBUTE of the Queen Mother, being chosen from Chorus” and “Thou wilt keep him in per- La Reine-Mère demeurera à jamais de tous et de toutes. Jamais, Canadiennes a selection of her favourites. Third, the fect peace”, which was sung at the dans nos souvenirs un symbole de et Canadiens, nous n’oublierons le bon- background of the people assembled was Coronation in 1937. courage et de profond dévouement. Tout heur de la recevoir chez nous. Au cours diverse and refreshing. People from all The readings and prayers were deliv- au long de son chemin, elle a gagné les de ces nombreuses visites, plusieurs ethnical, social, political, and religious ered by an impressive array of religious coeurs de son peuple et des peuples d’entre nous ont eu la bonne fortune de heritages were present, a nice tribute to leaders: the Very Reverend Shane A. D. d’ailleurs avec ce sourire chaleureux, la croiser et d’être à jamais touchés par sa an institution that is applicable to every- Parker, the Dean of Ottawa; Father cette main tendue et ces mots venus tout chaleur. Elle a toujours entretenu des one. As a note, the 40% or so seats for the Jacques Faucher, the Ecumenical Officer droit du coeur. À un moment où régnait liens particulièrement étroits, voire general public were filled by the time I of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of la crise et la controverse, elle nous est même familiers, avec le Canada et les arrived, and I was over an hour early! The Ottawa; Janet Somerville, the General arrivée comme souffle nouveau. Dès le Canadiennes et les Canadiennes, en reserved seats didn’t even begin to fill Secretary of the Canadian Council of début de cette période critique, par retour, l’ont toujours accueillie comme until noon. A lone lament by a piper Churches; Rabbi Reuvan Bulka, of the l’appui inébranlable qu’elle a accordé à un membre de leur famille. Sa grâce, son added a quaint touch. Overall, the serv- Congregation Machzikei Hadas; Pandit son époux, ainsi que par son propre dévouement, sa bonté et son grand ice, though highly formal and rigid, was Madhu Sahasrabudhe, Chairperson of exemple, elle a établi de nouvelles courage ont fait d’elle un être aimé et fitting and enjoyable to commemorate the Capital Region Interfaith Council; normes de leadership. Ce faisant, elle est admiré bien au-delà des frontières du such a remarkable woman. Imam Gamal Solaiman, of the Ottawa devenue plus près de nous tous et toutes Royaume-Uni et du Commonwealth. Le Paul Benoit adds Mosque; Rohahes Iain Philips, of the que toute autre avant elle. Elle a vécu sa souvenir de Sa Majesté La Reine-Mère Christ Church (Anglican) Cathedral Mohawk Nation; and Ajit Sahota, of the vie dévouée, le modèle de la dignité. Elle demeurera à jamais graver dans nos was once again the site of a public cere- International Sikh Organization... nous quitte maintenant, la grand-mère mémoires. mony important for the whole country. Particularly moving in this regard was Along with the War Memorial, which is the showing, by video, later in the service only a few blocks away, it has acquired of the Queen Mother receiving the Order official status as a place to mark events of Canada from the Governor General in A WORD OF THANKS that are both religious and patriotic in London in October 2001. The Monarchist League is known by journalists as the authoritative voice of nature. These sites compliment Parlia- The Government is to be congratulat- information and responsible opinion on the Canadian Crown. It handles hun- ment Hill, which accommodates more ed for providing Canadians with the op - dreds of such contacts every year. How ever a tidal wave of media requests for festive and political events, as the gather- portunity of rendering homage to a lady interviews and queries for background information and contacts, as well as ing places of our public life. One of the who was, in different senses of the term, requests from the public for informa- reasons the Cathedral has attained this the First Queen of Canada. tion, condolence book locales and memorial service information, inundat- Cérémonie religieuse à la mémoire de ed the League upon the death of The Queen Mother. It far outstripped the Sa Majesté Élisabeth la reine mère. ability of the Dominion Chairman to deal with them; thus he would like to Par René le Clère écarlates, d’anciens militaires en civil John Aimers with Lisa Laflamme, record his profound appreciation for the La mémoire de Sa Majesté Élisabeth la portant de nombreuses médailles et broadcasting live on CTV from outside assistance, wisdom and professionalism reine mère a été honorée en la cathédrale décorations, de fidèles. Westminister Abbey, April 9, 2002. of the following: Christ Church du centre-ville de Mont- Madame Sarah Gillette fit une lecture • Brock Weir, Jr, Designer, and Martin Green & Nicholas Pantino, techs, who twice réal, le mardi 9 avril. tirée du Livre des Lamentations, et Son in two months mounted special commemorative and informational “front À midi tapant, la lieutenante-gou- Éminence le cardinal Jean-Claude Tur - pages” on the League’s web site within a very few minutes of news of the Royal verneure du Québec, l’honorable Lise cotte, archevêque de Montréal, lu un pas- deaths; Thibault a passé en revue un piquet de sage tiré de la Deuxième épître de Paul • Rafal Heydel-Mankoo, who was eloquent and superbly informed as Global TV’s grenadiers en magnifique tunique rouge aux Corinthiens. commentator on the Queen Mother’s death, and who also gave innumerable galonnée d’or, casernés à Montréal. La lieutenante-gouverneure, en termes other interviews to media; L’entrée solennelle de la représentante de sensibles, en anglais puis en français, fit • The Branch Chairmen who not only spoke to local media but in many cases also Sa Majesté la reine Élisabeth II dans la une courte allocution de circonstance. helped to arrange memorial services from Victoria and Courtenay to St John’s cathédrale se fit accompagnée des Durant la cérémonie, un cornemuseur and Fredericton; grandes orgues. joua Dark Island Lament. • Arthur Bousfield, Paul Benoit, Richard Fiennes- La liturgie en célébration de la vie de La liturgie, d’une très grande simpli - Clinton, Jacques Monet, Bill Galbraith, Scott Burke Sa Majesté Élisabeth la reine mère a été cité, a été rehaussée par les chanteurs de and others who assisted with skill and consum- célébrée par le Très Révérend Andrew S. la cathédrale sous la direction de Patrick mate knowledge the Dominion Chairman with Hutchison, évêque anglican de Montréal, Wedd. D’autre part, des pièces furent national media inquiries, not to forget Garry assisté du Très Révérend G. Russel jouées aux grandes orgues tenues par Toffoli who with his co-author Arthur Bousfield, Hatton, évêque assistant, avec plusieurs Peter Butler, parmi lesquels des œuvres was much in demand as a result of their seminal doyen, vicaire général et archidiacres de d’Edward Elgar et de William Walton, du book on The Queen Mother vis a vis Canada; l’Église anglicane du Canada. siècle dernier. • Those Toronto-area members who participated in Parmi les personnalités civiles se Après l’hymne national Ô Canada CTV’s panel the day of the Funeral as well as remarquaient madame Sarah Gillette, chanté de grand cœur par l’assemblée, à members in other communities who shared so consule générale de Grande-Bretagne, la sortie de la cérémonie, le clergé gracefully their memories and sense of loss with monsieur Gérald Tremblay, maire de s’attarda sur le parvis afin de saluer les journalists. Montréal. Les bancs de la nef étaient oc - nombreux fidèles qui s’étaient déplacés cupés par des militaires en grande tenue pour cette circonstance émouvante.

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THE QUEEN MOTHER Message de l ‘honorable Lise Thibault, Lieutenant- Commentary by Rafal Heydel-Mankoo automobiles had become indispensable gouverneur du Québec, suite au décès de Sa Majesté “The Queen Mother is dead”. How to life in the western world, the term la Reine Elizabeth, la Reine mère strange it is that such a short sentence “World Trade Centre” had joined and can so easily unsettle and disconcert. The perhaps surpassed that of “Titanic” and Alors que la fête de Pâques s’apprête à mère. Voilà un beau visage words sound hollow and somehow false. women had led the governments of sev- déployer ses ailes d’espérance, Sa Majesté de la monarchie. Je ne They suggest that all is not right with the eral powerful nations. la reine Elizabeth la reine mère vient de l’oublierai jamais. Elle world. One might just as well write that The Queen Mother was the Twentieth s’envoler vers son Éternité. Je perçois, représente pour moi la the Statue of Liberty has sunk beneath Century. She aged as the century aged entre ces deux faits, la similitude de la beauté et la plénitude d’une vieillesse the waves or that the Holy See is moving and, in so doing, would ultimately be continuité. Cette noble reine nous laisse vécue de manière pleinement « vivante », to Winnipeg. That the Queen Mother is look ed upon as a physical embodiment en héritage l’image d’une existence qui, à l’image de ce qu’elle fut jusqu’à la fin de no longer with us simply sounds impos- of modern history. She served as a rare en plus d’avoir eu le privilège de durer ses jours. À jamais, cet heureux et inspi- sible. bridgehead to the events of yesteryear. plus d’un siècle, est devenue un véritable rant souvenir s’est cristallisé dans mon The Queen Mother was a constant. Through her we felt a tangible connec- symbole de constance et de fidélité à tra- cœur. À sa mémoire, je tiens à informer World wars were fought and won, fanat- tion to our heritage and to our roots, vers les mouvements de la vie. Constante les citoyens que nous ouvrirons les portes ical ideologies rose and collapsed, those elements so critical to the founda- envers le peuple britannique. Fidèle et du Cabinet afin de leur offrir la possibil- empires crumbled, politicians and dicta- tion of any last- présente à sa famille. Généreuse à ité de signer un registre de condoléances. tors were granted fifteen minutes only to ing national partager les bonheurs reçus. Intègre et De plus, ils auront l’opportunité d’être become faded names in yellowed news- identity. Whilst sereine dans un grand rôle auquel elle témoins des temps forts de la vie de Sa papers, fashions changed, traditions she was alive, the n’avait jamais songé. Voilà quelques vi - Majesté à travers des photos et certains ended, the Queen Mother remained. early years of the sages inaltérables que nous lègue la reine objets la carac térisant bien. Over the decades, as the world changed last century did ever more dramatically, ever more rapid- not seem so evident at the age of 101, as she dis- remote and thus obeyed doctors to clamber into a heli- our place in our copter and fly to her daughter’s funeral, national story than it was at 40. These are the marks of could be better a true role model. understood and Today’s youth only remember the realised. Queen Mother as a delicate grandmoth- These factors er, swathed in pink or blue chiffon. Let us alone would ren- not forget, however, that the fist in the der the Queen velvet glove was indeed iron, and so too Mother a most memorable person. was the will. The Queen Mother’s res- However, Her Majesty was more than olute determination saw the Empire mere constant or symbol of modern his- through two of its greatest crises. Upon tory. One need not accomplish anything her husband’s accession to the throne it to attain that status. One need simply was Queen Elizabeth who was the pillar exist. No. The Queen Mother was far of strength, tenderly but firmly encour- more. The Queen Mother was human. aging and coaching King George VI ing to know that here at least stood a She was alert to humanity. She was con- through the terrible ordeals of his early shining example of those deeply cher- scious of duty. She was an inspiration. kingship and the War which would soon ished values and all-important beliefs A healthy, productive society requires be waged. During that war as a symbol of that had guided civilised man through role models and icons. Their function is Display by the Saskatchewan Branch at St. defiance against tyranny only Winston the ages. manifold but they ultimately serve to Churchill was their equal. The Queen Mother is dead. The words Paul’s Anglican Cathedral, Regina, on February motivate, inspire and guide both the 6, the occasion of an Ecumenical Service of Whilst in almost all other areas society have lost none of their strangeness. Thanksgiving for The Queen’s Golden Jubilee. society as well as its constitutent parts. seems to cater to the lowest common Yet, the fact remains. We are all the Photo: Derek Nicholls Our era, for whatever reason, suffers denominator, how refreshing and inspir- poorer for it. ly, becoming, in the process, both from a paucity of true role models. True increasingly chaotic and unfamiliar, the leadership and the notion of justifiably Queen Mother stood as a steadfast sym- deserved respect and admiration have bol of stability and continuity. She been all but forgotten in critical areas of COMMEMORATIVE ORDER OF SERVICE grounded us. We looked upon her as a modern life; replaced instead by artifical- OFFERED TO MONARCHIST LEAGUE MEMBERS Methuselah. The sight of that slight fig- ly inflated figures of the hour or moment ure with her enchanting smile and gen- artfully created by powerful corporate Due to the thoughtfulness of Hon Sheila Copps and her officials at Can - teel wave was enough to remind us that hands and posed to resemble the genuine adian Heritage, who realized that many outside some things never change. From this we artifact. We are encouraged and expected the Ottawa area could not attend the Official drew comfort and hope. to idolise and collectively prostrate our- Canadian Service the day of The Queen Mother’s The Queen Mother was more than a selves before those who have become the Funeral, copies of the beautifully-conceived constant, however. The Queen Mother physical personification of greed, selfish- Commemora tive Service in Celebration of the Life was an institution. Born a Victorian and ness and ego-in short before those for of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen raised an Edwardian, the span of the whom “I” has become the all-important Mother, CC are being made available to members. Queen Mother’s life is the span of our mantra and for whom “duty” is under- collective memory. Rightly or wrongly stood only in terms of what others must In sending this a substantial number of this beau- we largely divide history into two do for them. Their faces are plastered on tifully-conceived tribute, Kevin MacLeod, Manager, State Ceremonial chronological periods: twentieth century bill-boards, on magazines, on television and Protocol, wrote the Dominion Chair man, “It is my hope that these history and pre-twentieth century histo- and in the cinema. These are the great additional copies will be made available to your members and provide them ry. The events that occurred in the years and powerful we are told. They are to be with an additional instrument to honour the memory of a truly remarkable revered. before the Queen Mother’s birth are con- woman who was so beloved by Canada and Canadians.” sidered as remote as the Spanish Armada All that glitters is not gold. Beside the or the expeditions of Columbus. That genuine that which is inflated and artifi- FORM TO ORDER COPIES OF QUEEN MOTHER ORDER OF SERVICE which occurred after the Queen Mother’s cial looks crude and cheap. The Queen The Monarchist League of Canada, PO Box 1057, Oakville, ON L6J 5E9 birth is familiar history, history to which Mother was the real McCoy. She towered we can relate, modern history, our his- over feeble imitations. In a life dominat- Please send me ___ copy/ies of the Order of Service as described above. tory. ed by personal self-sacrifice, dedication (Maximum 3 per member) At the Queen Mother’s birth men still to duty and concern for others, even in I enclose postage of $1.25 (1 copy); $2.50 (2 copies); $3.75 (3 copies) debated whether we would ever take to the midst of great personal tragedy, Her the air, horse-drawn carriages had not yet Majesty epitomised all that was truly surrendered the road to their noisy rival, noble in the human spirit. To her we NAME: ______the term “Titanic” carried no notion of could look for examples of strength dur- tragedy and universal suffrage was a con- ing adversity and calmness of spirit dur- ADDRESS: ______cept bound to rouse heated emotions. At ing times of upheaval. Yes Hitler did call the time of the Queen Mother’s death her ‘the most dangerous woman in ______POSTAL CODE: ______people were planning holidays in space, Europe’ and that defiant spirit was no less

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continued from page 1 tion Guide are all available gratis from As Canadians look forward to welcoming The Queen for her Jubilee Homecoming in ● Golden Jubilee Web Site – A site cele- the Department of Canadian Heritage. October, this map details Her Majesty’s extensive travels throughout the Maple Kingdom brating the events of Golden Jubilee Year, Information may be found on the web over the last 50 years. Many communities she has visited on multiple occasions. How many providing suggestions for community site, and also obtained from: The Jubilee who live full-time in Canada could boast such a thorough cris-crossing of this Realm? ob servances, offering Secretariat, Department of Canadian helps for teachers and Heritage, 15 Eddy Street, 7th Floor, Hull, The Medal is being [Ed: See text, p. 9] access to order mat er - QC K1A 0M5 – [email protected] – produced by the ● Canada Post has issued and is reprint- ials which the Depart- Tel:(819)953-6060–Fax: (819) 997-8777. Royal Canadian ing a 48-cent stamp honouring The ment has produced as ● Creation of A Golden Jubilee Medal – Mint, bearing on one Queen. [Ed: See story p.2] side a contemporary well as a means to send One of the most significant activities of YUKON BOOK OF JUBILATIONS congratulatory messages to The Queen, the Golden Jubilee celebrations is the effigy of The Queen. and downloadable versions of the Can - awarding of the Golden Jubilee Medal. The other side fea- The Premier, Pat Duncan, launched adian Jubilee logo. (http://www.canadian This commemorative medal will be tures a stylized maple Golden Jubilee celebrations on Accession heritage.gc.ca/jubilee/english.htm) awarded to some 46,000 Canadians who, leaf with CANADA at Day by giving the Territory’s residents a ● Distributing a Jubilee over the past 50 years, have helped create the bottom and the years 1952 and 2002 chance to show their feelings towards Portrait of The Queen – the Canada of today, including young to the left and right of the Royal Cypher The Queen. “The Book of Yukon Golden A new version of a Canadians who are actively contributing and Crown. It will be worn suspended Jubilations will offer people of all ages and photo portrait of Her to its future. This program is an oppor- from a broad blue ribbon, with red outer cultures the opportunity to express their Majesty is being made tunity to recognize citizens for an out- stripes, double white stripes and a red respect and appreciation to the Queen for available gratis to all standing and exemplary achievement or central stripe. her unwavering commitment to our coun- Provinces as well as to service to the community or to Canada (The Monarchist League of Canada has try,” Premier Duncan said. “The Queen’s members of the public. as a whole; or those who have made a been informed that it will be one of the Golden Jubilee is a time for looking back In addition, Minister sustained contribution over and above partners recommending citizens for this at the central role that the Queen has Sheila Copps has given 5,000 copies to what might reasonably be expected of Medal, which award is being administered played in the life of Canada and the the Monarchist League for distribution. paid employment or voluntary action. by the Chancellery of Honours at Govern- Commonwealth over the last 50 years,” [Ed note: to obtain your copy, see special In keeping with the Golden Jubilee ment House.) said Duncan. “It is also a time for looking order form p. 15] spirit endorsed by the Queen, awarding ● Royal Proclamation – A Royal Proc- forward to the youth of the Yukon and ● Issuance of Free Materials – A Jubilee of the medal will be inclusive and wide- lamation has been issued to invite Can - Commonwealth countries and the role Flag, logo, badge and A Jubilee Cele bra - ranging. adians to celebrate the Golden Jubilee. they will play in the future.”

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The Province also boasts of Congratulation in the its own Jubilee web site: Legislative Building, Regina www.gov.ab.ca/home/ and the Cabinet Office, jubilee. Saskatoon. ● The publication of a new SASKATCHEWAN booklet, with distribution GROWS MONARCHISTS to all schools and libraries, AS WELL AS WHEAT! outlining all Saskatchewan’s Amongst a plethora of official symbols, Images of a initiatives to mark the Jub - Province: Symbols of Sask- ilee in the heartland of the atchewan Prairies, including a Royal ● A dedicated Jubilee web- Proclamation declaring site has been established at May 14-20 The Queen’s www.gov.sk.ca/jubilee Golden Jubilee Week in Many of the Province’s Saskatchewan, Provincial initiatives were developed Secretary Joanne Crofford by The Saskatchewan Com - has written every school, mittee for The Queen’s library, Legion hall, munic- Golden Jubilee, chaired by ipality and loyal society to the Lieutenant Governor, present each a framed por- and composed of represen- trait of The Queen. The tatives from the Provincial Jubilee pictures were made Government, RCMP, Le- available by Can adian Her - gion, HMCS Queen, Can- The Yukon will celebrate 50 years of it age, and then framed at the Province’s adian Club, Royal Regina reign under the Queen on May 25 in a expense. “The Crown is an important Rifles, Federation of Sask- celebration at Rotary Peace Park, White - symbol of our identity and unity as atchewan Indian Nations, horse. Canadians,” wrote the NDP Minister, 15 Wing Moose Jaw, Mon - who went on to suggest that the portrait archist League of Canada BC BANNERS be hung “in a prominent place so it can be and Department of The British enjoyed by as many people as possible.” Canadian Heritage. Colum bia gov- Other Saskatchewan Jubilee commem- At a December 10 launch ernment will orations include ceremony at Government be distributing ● A Government House celebration pre- House, Her Honour Dr some 7500 framed pictures of Her sided over by The Lieutenant Governor Lynda Haverstock under- Majesty to the schools of the province. As on The Queen’s Official Canadian Birth- lined “The Crown has come well, banners celebrating the event will day, Victoria Day, including entertain- to symbolize the unity of the be placed throughout the capital city of ment and Regional launch of the RCM’s people of Canada; further- Victoria. Jubilee 50-cent coin, coupled with a more, it helps us to maintain Government House, through private com munity bell-ringing programme our distinctiveness. Our donors including The Heraldry Society ● The suggestion that community flower monarch represents the per- and the Monarchist League, is refurbish- beds be planted in the colour and shape manence and stability of our nation, Golden Boy will ensure his integrity and ing and re-situating the 42 shields of of the Jubilee logo which transcends the ebb and flow of party safety for future generations. Arms of those members of the Royal ● The commissioning of a bronze statue politics.” On February 9th, 2002 the 1,650-kilo- family and Governors-General who have of The Queen on her favorite horse, gram (3,640 pound) Golden Boy was re - MANITOBA GILDS GOLDEN BOY stopped there. Burmese (presented by the RCMP in moved from the top of the building. As a 1969). The work is to be designed by The Golden Boy standing atop the treasured and historical icon, every pre- ALBERTA: ARTS & SCHOLARS local sculptor Susan Velder, to be erected dome of the Manitoba Legislative Build - caution was taken during this process to HONOURED IN QUEEN’S NAME, on the Legislative Assembly grounds, ing is one of Manitoba’s best known sym- protect the statue. After a few minutes to WEB SITE SET UP paid for by a combination of individual bols. Set in place in 1919, the graceful lower it from the dome, the statue was The Program for the contributions and $30,000 of public statue carries a sheaf of grain symboliz- then loaded onto a flat bed truck to Opening of the Legis- funds. In an Accession Day letter to ing the fruits of labour. The torch held begin the short journey to the Manitoba lature on Feb 26 bore a National Post, Premier Lorne Calvert high above his head as he strides forward Museum for public display. The Golden picture of Her Majesty called the statue “One last ride etched in calls on the youth of Manitoba to join in Boy will remain on display at the muse- and the Canadian bronze – filling golden memories for future the pursuit and building of a more pros- um until early March 2002. Restoration Gold en Jubilee logo. All generations to enjoy and to remember.” perous future. The Golden Boy faces and re-installation of the Golden Boy is assembled sang The ● Creation of an e-postcard of greetings north, looking toward Manitoba’s rich expected to be complete by the Queen’s Royal Anthem, accom- to The Queen: www.iaa.gov.sk.ca/ natural resources, and has become an visit in October 2002. panied by the Band of provsec, along with the opening of Books internationally recognized symbol of The Manitoba Government is also dis- the RCAC who were Manitoba’s achievements and heritage. tributing the new photo portrait of The arrayed in dress uniforms in the Press In October 2000, the Manitoba gov- Queen to all the province’s schools. Gallery. In the Speech from the Throne, Hon ONTARIO ANEMIC – CHANGE OF Lois Hole, the Lieutenant Governor, call - GOVERNMENT DELAYS PLANS ed the Jubilee “an auspicious anniversary BUT COMMUNITIES SET JUBILEE that Albertans recognize with gratitude PACE: Markham shows the way and love. Her Majesty has been a symbol of The gradual waning of the Harris peace and stability for more than half a Government, and inevitable re-shuffling century. Long may she reign.” of responsibilities upon the swearing in Her Honour went on to announce the of Ernie Eves as Premier, has left Ontario following Jubilee initiatives – “to serve as a permanent remembrance of this historic anniversary” – on behalf of the Govern- ernment embarked on the latest stage of ment: a multi-year restoration and repair proj- ● a new Premier’s Citizenship Award will ect for the Manitoba Legislative Building be established to recognize high school and the Golden Boy. As part of the proj- students’ achievement in citizenship, ect a careful examination and technical community participation and leadership. study of the statue revealed a need for Each year five students will receive the major repairs and replacement of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Citizenship central support structure. It was decided Medal and a $5000 Award. that the famous statue would be taken ● The Queen’s Jubilee Scholarship for the down to ensure it could be properly re- Visual and Performing Arts will be estab- A new Canadian family at Markham Citizen - paired and restored. Restoration of the lished. ship Ceremony, Accession Day 2002.

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lagging behind other provinces in devel- the GTA. Another Toronto suburb, oping its Jubilee celebrations. In a March Georgetown, is planning to rebuild a 14 letter to Monarchist League Dom - bridge in Cedarvale Park and name it inion Chairman John Aimers, outgoing “Jubilee Bridge” in The Queen’s honour. Citizenship Minister Cam Jackson wrote Niagara on the Lake held a large commu- that “special activities and events will be nity celebration on The Queen’s Birth - announced throughout the year” The day, presided over by the “Lord Mayor.” Archives of Ontario will mount an exhi- And Hamilton announced it would plant bition of Royal associations with the a special tree in Her Majesty’s honour. Province, the government will include the Golden Jubilee logo in much of its QUEBEC GOVERNMENT BOYCOTTS “MONARCHICAL FOLLY” print materials and Ontario Honours The Queen and Prince Philip at the garden entrance of Buckingham Palace in late October in a pic- will highlight the Jubilee, as well. The Government of Quebec has de - ture by Canadiam musician Bryan Adams. He was one of a small group photographers invited to At the Speech from the Throne inau- clin ed to take part in Jubilee celebrations, take pictures of the monarch to mark her Golden Jubilee. gurating the Eves administration, no its Minister of Inter- governmental mention whatsoever was made of the affairs dubbing them “a monarchical izes the Queen’s representation for the “This piece is special not only because it Golden Jubilee, an omission that sur- folly.” Jean-Pierre Charbonneau said that past 50 years. “The Queen – our Queen – commemorates the Queen’s 50-year anni - prised and disappointed Monarchists. Canada was “a kind of disguised British represents a Commonwealth based upon versary, but also because of the significant Mr Aimers mentioned this to several colony,” and he recalled The Queen’s ap - enduring freedoms, remarkable diversity tie the college has with the monarchy,” said Ministers and MPP’s; and briefly dis- proving a Canadian Constitution in 1982 and a tradition of lasting peace. She repre- Mr. Scott. The college was founded by cussed Jubilee plans with the newly- which had been rejected by a majority of sents, in an extraordinary way, the values Anna Leonowens in 1887 in celebration appointed Citizenship Minister, the Hon. both Parti Quebecois and Liberal mem- we share,” he said. of Queen Victoria’s Jubilee. Speaker Scott Carl DeFaria at a Reception following the bers in Quebec’s National Assembly. The Premier, Mr. Scott and Lt.-Gov. remarked that the Jubilee cup will serve Speech. Mon archist League Chairman John Myra Freeman also unveiled an art piece as a lasting legacy to the Queen’s Golden However, local communities are no - Aimers suggested that M. Charbonneau’s commissioned specifically for the Golden Jubilee and will reside at Province House thing daunted by the lack of provincial position would not stop individual Que- Jubilee. The traditional Greek earthen- on a permanent basis for all to enjoy leadership. A model community ap- beckers from honouring The Queen they ware cup was created by Tracy Van de PICTURES FOR PEI SCHOOLS proach to celebrating the Jubilee has admire. He further pointed out that in Wiel of Antigonish, who is a student at emerged from the fast-growing suburb of 1982 The Queen was only following her the Nova Scotia College of Art and On May 3rd, the Speaker announced Markham, 15 miles north-east of Tor on - constitutional role; and that indeed it Design. Ms. Van de Wiel’s creation was in the Legislative Assembly that in hon- to. With the energetic support of Mayor was she whose speech on Parliament Hill chosen from six student submissions for our the Golden Jubilee, a framed portrait Don Cousens, In January its Council drew attention to the absence of Quebec its relevance to the Jubilee themes and of The Queen would be presented to established a Golden Jubilee Committee from the Proclam a tion Ceremonies, for her use of Nova Scotia materials. every school on the Island. under the chairmanship of Stu Kellock, which she expressed regret. with the active participation of Coun cil - NOVA SCOTIA: lor Jack Heath, and of Monarchist League BILINGUAL GOLDEN JUBILEE WEB SITE members Aaron Campbell, Kwan-Ho FISHERS OF LOYALTY Leung and Bev Stewart. The Committee Premier John Hamm and Murray LAUNCHED BY MONARCHIST LEAGUE has already executed several events: A Scott, Speaker of the House of Assembly, The Monarchist League of Canada launched its special site just before Citizenship Court on Accession Day, marked the Golden Jubilee of Her Feb ruary 6th emceed by Lloyd Robert - Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at May cere- Accession Day, thanks to the diligent efforts of Webmaster Nicholas son; and a Queen’s Birthday Cake-Cut- monies in Halifax on May 16. The Pantino and translator Rene LeClere. It contains listings of Golden ting at a packed local mall which was Golden Jubilee flag was raised on the Jubilee events, links to websites and a provision for members and visitors addressed by the Dominion Chairman if south lawn of Province House, where it to send congratulatory messages to Her Majesty. Readers can find the site the League. Much of the Markham activ- was to fly throughout Royal Week until at www.goldenjubilee.ca ity was reported by the Ming Pao daily, sunset on Victoria Day, Monday, May 20. one of the large Chinese newspapers in Premier Hamm said the flag symbol-

The Queen regretted Quebec’s absence from Constitutional Proclamation

10 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 ROYAL CANADIAN MINT PARTNERS Golden Jubilee WITH LAURA SECORD! Contest encour- ages those aged EXTRACTS FROM HON. SHEILA COPPS’ CHILDREN’S COMPETITION five to 13 to learn FEB 20th SPEECH LAUNCHING FEDERAL Laura Secord and the Royal Canadian about coins and collecting, and to submit Mint have teamed up to distribute one of their answers to the question: “If you GOLDEN JUBILEE INITIATIVES the Mint’s Golden Jub ilee projects – a could ask Her Majesty The Queen one Fellow Ministers, Members of the House of Commons and Senators; special circulating 50-cent piece. Aware question, what would it be and why?” friends from the provinces and territories; representatives of the Running until September 13, the compe- that Canadians tend to squirrel away the Canadian Forces; members of the Inter depart mental Committee for Mint’s annual production of this rarely- tition will send four winners to Ottawa to seen but regularly-produced coin, Mint visit the Mint during The Queen’s visit the 2002 Royal Visit; members of the Monarchist League of Canada; officials launching the Jubilee issue in the month following. Entries on line at members of the Victorian Order of Nurses; members of the four centres across Canada, offering free www.mint.ca, the Royally Cool Money Imperial Order, Daughters of the Empire; distinguished guests: scoops of – surprise ! – mint ice cream! site, or by writing to the RCM at 320 I am so pleased to be here today in honour of Her Majesty The freebies will end, but Laura Secord Sussex Dr., Ottawa K1A 0G8. Queen Elizabeth II. stores, along with Canada Post outlets, DOWNLOADABLE GOLDEN Royal Bank branches and The Bay along Canadians of my generation have known only a single sovereign, JUBILEE LOGO with the Mint itself, remain sources to faithful and loyal to our people. obtain and use the coin. Download your own Like you, I have fond memories of Her Majesty’s visits to Canada. Other elements of the Mint’s Jubilee copy of the Canadian Regardless of the setting, whether it was down home or uptown, programme include the double-dating of Golden Jubilee logo she has always shown an unfaltering interest, deep commitment all circulating coins 1952-2002, special for any dignified use. It and sincere affection toward our country. collectors’ coins beginning with a Golden is obtainable at http:// Jubilee dollar – and a national competi- www. pch.gc.ca/jubilee/e-celebrations- Over the years and decades, Her Majesty the Queen of Canada has tion for children. The Royally Cool Kids’ toolkit-logo.htm personally witnessed the development of our society, our culture, our values and our identity as Canadians. And what an extraordinary development that has been! Together, over the past 50 years, we Canadians from every walk of life have created a country of compassion and openness, a welcoming land known around the world for its commitment to democracy, fairness and respect for others. Over the past half-century we have transformed our society. Today it is officially bilingual, steadily more diverse and firmly multicultural... All along, Her Majesty the Queen of Canada has been unfalteringly by our side to celebrate our successes. Fifty years after her accession to the throne, Elizabeth II remains a symbol of continuity, stability and tradition in a world that is under a barrage of constant change. That is why Canadians are proud to celebrate the Golden Jubilee along with the people of Britain and the other Commonwealth nations. I am delighted to be here today to launch the initiatives marking the 50th anniversary of Her Majesty’s accession to the throne. The theme for this very special year will be “The Queen’s Jubilee – 1952-2002 – A Canadian celebration.” The Government of Canada will carry out these initiatives through the Department of Canadian Heritage and the Jubilee Secretariat, in cooperation with partners in the provinces and territories, various federal institutions and community groups. I am pleased to announce today that the Government of Canada has established a program to help Canadian communities to organize Jubilee activities during upcoming Canada Day celebrations. I invite all Canadians to make use of events already organized under the “Celebrate Canada!” program in order to mark the Jubilee and celebrate our successes. Canadian Royal Montage, clockwise from top left: 1987, Inauguration of “Place de la reine Elizabeth Canadians will be invited to participate in celebrations in Ottawa, II”, Rivière-du-Loup, Quebec; 1977, The cavalcade leaves Rideau Hall on its way to the Third Session the provinces and territories to underline the Queen’s Jubilee and of the Thirtieth Parliament, Ottawa, Ontario; 1997, Chinese community MON SHEONG Found- ation, Toronto, Ontario; 1994, Rankin Inlet, Nunavut; The Queen and Governor General Jules Léger 50 years of Canadian achievements. at the official opening of the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal; 1997, Shetshashui community, A guide has been developed to offer suggestions on how community Newfoundland & Labrador (centre). Photos: Dept of Canadian Heritage groups across the country can celebrate the Jubilee of Her Majesty CANADIAN RADIO “HAMS” CELEBRATE JUBILEE the Queen of Canada. We have also launched a Web site today that will provide details on by Dave Goodwin Radio Union’s (IARU) HF Champion- the Jubilee celebrations that are taking place. On 6 May 2002, Industry Canada’s ship on 13 and 14 July 2002 (please see Amateur Radio Service Centre author- http://www.arrl.org/contests/rules/2002/ And learning materials will be made available for children and ized all Canadian Radio Amateurs to use rules-iaru.html). I have a copy of the let- youth wishing information on Canada’s political system and the special prefixes to celebrate the Golden ter of authorisation and I would be will- constitutional monarchy. Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of ing to e-mail it to anyone who requires it. Canada’s celebration of the Jubilee will culminate in a visit by Her Canada. From 18 May 2002 through 18 For those not familiar with Amateur Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh July 2002, the following special prefixes Radio, it is a hobby enjoyed by approxi- from October 4 to 15. This will give Canadians a chance to are authorised on a voluntary basis: mately 50,000 Canadians and two mil- congratulate Her Majesty on her 50 years as Queen... XM1 for VE1s, XL1 for VA1s, XM2 for lion people around the world. Also VE2s, XL2 for VA2s, XM3 for VE3s, XL3 known as Ham Radio, people involved in Let us together celebrate the 50 years of the reign of Her Majesty for VA3s, XM4 for VE4s, XL4 for VA4s, this hobby pass examinations are are Queen Elizabeth II! XM5 for VE5s, XL5 for VA5s, XM6 for licensed to experiement with radio trans- Let us together celebrate 50 years of great Canadian successes ! VE6s, XL6 for VA6s, XM7 for VE7s, XL7 mitters and receivers. Radio Amateurs for VA7s, XM8 for VE8s, XM9 for VE9s, can and do communicate with others Let us be proud of what we have accomplished as a nation during XN1 for VO1s, XN2 for VO2s, XO0 for around the world, using a variety of con- the last 50 years. VY0s, XO0 for VY1s, and XO2 for VY2s. ventional and advanced communications Let us help our children discover our past and take pride in our Please note that this period includes techniques, using equipment and anten- heritage. the Radio Amateurs of Canada’s (RAC) nas installed in their own homes, their Let us together celebrate the cohesive and creative nation that Canada Day Contest on 1 July 2002 vehicles and in all sort of interesting (please see http://www.rac.ca/CANDAY. locations. Canada is today. htm) and the International Amateur

Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 – 11 THE FOUNDER’S GOLDEN JUBILEE MESSAGE CANADIAN COURT John Aimers’ remarks at The Dominion Banquet with Prince Michael – March 13, 2002 CIRCULAR Your Royal Highness, Ladies & Gentlemen: Our cause has found fresh wind. A team of vice-regal representatives across the land celebrates the July 16 – The Duke of Edinburgh, Patron, Council for Cadet Rifle Canadian Crown, and brings it daily to the attention of thousands of our Shooting, this evening received the Royal Canadian Army Cadet fellow subjects. Nation al Shooting Team at Frogmore House, Windsor Castle. A COMPAS poll released just before Accession Day reveals that support for the Monarchy is at the highest level ever measured – 63%, including July 24 – The Queen, Colonel-in-Chief The King’s Own Calgary record levels amongst Quebeckers and young people. Regiment (RCAC) received Colonel Gordon Lennary (Honorary Often cooperating with members of other Loyal Societies, the League’s Colonel), Lieutenant Colonel the Hon. D. Hays (Honorary Lieuten - work has never been more visible in the media; more effective in schools ant Colonel), Lieutenant Colonel J. Milne (Commanding Officer) via our Red Box programme; more attractive to the youngest cohort of and Warrant Officer E. McEvoy (Regimental Sergeant Major). Canadians especially via our web sites; more successful, thanks to the hard work of yourselves and your fellow August 2-3 – The Earl and Countess of Wessex attended a Dinner monarchists across the Dominion. given by The Government of Canada for the Eighth IAAF World As we turn our focus towards the Jubilee Homecoming Championships in Athletics, at the Jubilee Auditorium, Edmonton, of The Queen this Thanksgiving, we reflect with pride and gratitude on all the gifts she has given us during her 50 Alberta. They also at tended a Gold Award Ceremony for the Duke years on the Maple Throne. of Edinburgh’s Award, a lunch in support of the Award’s Charter for The gift of identity: Linking Canada to the vast multi- Business and the Opening Ceremony of the IAAF World ethnic Commonwealth she has so nurtured, HM gives us Championships. our separate and distinct identity in North America. The gift of citizenship: As the fount of citizenship, The Queen allows us October 19-21 – The Duke of Edinburgh visited Toronto. He pre - to give our loyalty to her, thereby affirming that personhood rather than a sented Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme Gold Awards at the collective melting pot is the basis of our allegiance, freely given, freely Royal York Hotel and a World Fellowship Lunch of the Inter- renewed by each generation. national Award Association. Subsequently HRH, as President The gift of reciprocity: Having taken an an Oath at her Coronation to Emeritus of the World Wide Fund for Nature, he attended a press serve and rule in justice with mercy, she allows us to reciprocate in Oaths conference, and a Dinner at the York Club. of Citizenship, Service and Office taken to her, so maintaining the balance of mutual obligation and respect between Monarch and subject that has October 19-21 – The Duke of Kent, Colonel-in-Chief, The Lorne underlain the social contract since the dawn of medieval kingship. Scots (Peel, Dufferin and Halton Regiment) visited Toronto. He The gift of legitimacy: Government in its various instrumentalities, the judiciary and the military – all function in her name and under her subsequently attended a Dinner with members of the Regiment at authority, so giving our institutions a legitimacy that the fleeting tides of the Regal Constellation Hotel, Etobicoke. HRH also received the partisan political charisma could never do. salute at the Regimental Trooping of the Colour at Caledon, The gift of constancy: She has been a part of our lives, and resolute in Ontario, and a Regimental Ball in celebration thereof. Prior to her duty, for longer than most Canadians have themselves been alive. In a departing for the UK, The Duke of Kent laid a wreath at the War world where most in the work force change jobs no less than seven times, Veterans’ Memorial, Halton Hills, and visited his Regiment in train- HM has followed one path, one vocation. ing at the Barber Armoury, Georgetown. The gift of stability: Laws being administered in The Queen’s name, we enjoy a stable society under the rule of law. We need not always agree with December 10 – The Prince of Wales received a gift of paintings from the law as written, but we can be assured that it is impartially administered. The Canadian Society of Painters in Water Colour in Honour of The gift of restraint: Normally speaking “on advice,” HM seldom talks Her Majesty The Queen’s Golden Jubilee at Canada House, in a personal vein, so when she does, her words carry the more weight, as Trafalgar Square. an old friend, a wise counsellor, a beloved grandmother. The gift of confidence: Seeking nothing for herself, she has not created January 15 – The Earl of Wessex, Chairman Duke of Edinburgh’s or re-created an “image” or persona, and has gained respect by being her- self rather than constantly re-inventing herself to suit the fads of an era. Award Scheme Young Canadians Challenge Charter for Business, The gift of bravery: She and her family have known the same disap- accompanied by The Countess of Wessex, gave a Dinner at Buck- pointments and stresses as do all families, but hers has been played out on ingham Palace. a public stage. However she has not once complained, explained, psycho- analyzed or excised. She continues in her round of obligation on our behalf, knowing that the best “therapy” lies in a focus on the lives, concerns and problems of others, the best medicine for and antidote to the self- indulgence of our age. The gift of faith: Whatever our own, Elizabeth’s is visible, simply expressed and devoutly lived not by the fanfare and breast-beating of the pharisee, but with humility: by living the life of faith and being seen to be constant in her attendance at Divine Worship. IN THE NEXT ISSUE The gift of years: Her Majesty’s time has been our own, and freely given to us. For more than two-thirds of her 75 years she has lived under a pub- lic spotlight, and knit together her life and that of her family with our own THE QUEEN & CANADA 1952-2002 – The distinguished and those of our families. Now, as does The Queen Mother, she defies Canadian historian Jacques Monet, sj, analyzes significant stereotypes; and affirms the value of useful life well beyond some tradi- developments in The Queen’s Reign tional arbitrary “retirement age.” In a word, Elizabeth our Queen is a seam of pure gold running through THE COST OF THE CANADIAN CROWN – A new our our land from Atlantic to Pacific to Arctic. To her we can but echo the authoritative study, completely updating and expanding bard: More is thy due than more than all can pay. And as for ourselves? – “Come, Labour on, Who dares stand idle on the harvest plain, While all the League’s news-making analysis first issued in 1999 around him waves the golden grain. And to each servant does the Master say, ‘Go work today’.”

12 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 EDITORIAL COMMENT

vant; forgiving of mistakes by those try- ing to serve him; ready to laugh at the ELIZABETH, inevitable absurd moments; genuinely MOTHER & QUEEN moved by the warmth of the loyal and the excitement of the many young people he met; willing to do anything for the Crown consistent with an innate aura of dignity that surrounds him – and modest despite all fuss and ceremony. It was an enormous privilege for Canadians to reacquaint themselves with opportunity to serve her at Queen’s Park; His Royal Highness. During every one of and even as a seventh works for her suc- a fairly exhausting twelve days he could cessor this year, the reach of the pro- have been taking his ease; perhaps he gramme has grown to assist vice-regal should have been earning his living. offices in British Columbia and Nova Instead – he served Her Majesty. We do Scotia, as well. not doubt that she – and all of us whose With her husband Galen, who took lives he touched if but briefly, this won- enormous pride in Her Honour’s accom- derful exemplar of the spirit of Jubilee plishments, and in turn gave generous So much has been written about MICHAEL: THE QUEEN’S Year – do indeed stand in his debt and support and time to assist her despite his Queen Elizabeth’s life and death that he respect him most deeply for the great gift own considerable responsibilities, Her would be foolish who would try to add to MAN IN CANADA of himself. Honour twice greeted the Heir to the the torrent of analysis and tribute, of His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Throne on Canadian soil. Twice the memorable meeting recalled and tri- Kent is a man of many accomplishments. HILARY WESTON: THE Westons made sure that Charles received umphant tour revisited. These we came From January 1998 to the end of an exposure – to skiing in the Rockies to read and see over the years, and they February 2002, he undertook 699 chari- QUEEN’S CHAMPION with his boys, to meeting diverse figures have been repeated with sincere embel- table and non-commercial engagements, “Thank you for taking on a job some in the Canadian arts scene – and we to lishment during recent weeks. The in the process making 46 trips to 26 dif- would describe as thankless, or redundant, our next King, that government could Monarchist League’s tribute is archived ferent countries including 11 to Russia or anachronistic, and proving that it can not have effected. That is not the least of on its web site, and attempts to sum up a alone, his passion springing out of the be meaningful, progressive and make a Their Honours’ services on a stage life that really lies beyond reckoning. heritage of his bloodlines as he strives to real difference.” So spoke the ever-elo- beyond any one province’s concerns. For Suffice it to say that each of us will carry assist her to regain the engine of enter- quent John Fraser, Master of Toronto’s many of her colleague Lieutenant Gov - his own special memory. Ours is of a prise and thus her traditional place Massey College, at its Corporation High ernors felt enormously inspired by her warm summer day on Horse Guards amongst the family of Table which dined out the Lieutenant spirit and example. Parade when The Queen Mother western powers. Governor of Ontario just prior to her We hope Hilary Weston feels the satis- addressed the guests gathered to mark What a Royal trouper leaving office. Hilary Weston came to her faction of knowing how deeply she is her centenary, a small figure under an is this Prince ! Here in task having been excoriated by a media loved, how profoundly respected. We immense blue sky. And of walking Canada he crossed seven skeptical of her background of privilege. wish her fair winds, fresh seas, fascinat- through Green Park afterwards seeing time zones, undertook She left with even her harshest critics ing harbours – and fond love. figures from that memorable pageant of nearly three-score en - admitting in headlines they had been her life in various stages of removing gagements, boarded 13 dead wrong. BRAVO SHEILA! their costumes and uniforms, gulping flights, visited nine We are privileged to have first-hand Whatever the refreshment and chattering excitedly. communities in four exposure to most of the Lieutenant convergence of movement They knew, as did we, that something provinces and made about 19 speeches Governors, and to admire their often- to wards the Monarchy in special had happened in our otherwise not to mention a clutch more of “few unheralded work on behalf of the the polls and jockeying for fraught and fairly self-centered existence. wordses,” as in, “Your Royal Highness, Canadian Crown. Usually, theirs is not position in some future For a moment, the rest of the world had would you just say a few words?” – in 12 the stuff of headlines in the national leadership race and stopped, nothing else mattered, as an old days! For all this – just as for those 699 media, but of the columns in communi- genuine affection for the lady looked back over her century and O engagements – he receives not a penny ty weeklies. But the ceaseless round of Sover eign and close politi- so fondly smiled at her grandson as he from either the Civil List or the Privy community visits and charitable endeav- cal calculus, there can be no rode beside her. Purse or the host organizations. ours – Mrs Weston attended over 1300 doubt of a sea change in some of official It is one thing to have “done” such a events, delivered over 600 speeches and Ottawa in respect of views about the A LOYAL SISTER tour. We have all seen the great and good visited some 90 communities in five years Crown – or at least a willingness to cele- We are glad that we paid full tribute to go through the motions, cold of demean - – knits together a great deal of the fabric brate the Golden Jubilee and to recognize Princess Margaret in these pages not our, consciousness light years distant. We of this land, and is enormously appreci- that, as constitutional reality dictates, if many years ago when she was alive, and even saw Diana in this mode on a few ated by all whom it touches. the Crown is going to be around a very fairly well, and celebrating her 70th occasions. It must be enormously tiring – In public duty as in private station, long time Canada might as well make the birthday. Hers was a life full of incident, and more than occasionally tiresome – to Mrs Weston brought a gimlet eye for best use of it ! perhaps more like our own in its ups and be piped into countless rooms, to dine detail, a determination to serve, to make However, Sheila Copps’ spearheading downs reflecting the restless shifting of with different strangers every night, to a difference, to open her Office to those the Jubilee celebration with far more norms in the second half of a century receive gifts of all sizes and shapes and who perhaps before had not thought of it than token courtesy but real imagination which proved a polar op- portabilities – and, above as their own, or as mattering to their con- and flare strikes us as a more genuine posite to the five decades all, to be the focus of every cerns. Whether in hugging a battered phenomenon. Criticize her judgement, preceding. It may be that human eye. Not to mention woman at a shelter, making a midnight chuckle at her exuberant style, step back Margaret, in common with the relentless camera just visit to Toronto’s homeless on the streets a pace as she welcomes Charles with a some of her generation waiting for a shot suitable and under the expressways, creating kiss – but never question her loyalty, her and many of the next, for the front page of career vistas for youth or delivering resilience, her sincerity. never quite succeeded in London tabloids whose speeches in a voice at once most gentle It would have been easy for the feds to reconciling the opposing appetite for the embarrass- and yet most commanding of attention, have sloughed off the Golden Jubilee pulls of these two worlds. ing is as great as their Her Honour embraced us all. with a token coin, a scholarship fund and acquaintance with journal- Nonetheless, three con- It is also under her aegis that the a three-day visit by The Queen to ism and truth is slight. stants remained to the end. Monarchist League Summer Intern pro- Ottawa-Hull. Public opinion would have What so moved us about She was loyal – to her Sister gramme began: six have had the priceless resented it; but loyalty to the Crown mer- and Realm and friends in Prince Michael was his gen- cifully is not the stuff of election issues or deed and in word. She uinely selfless devotion to sustained Parliamentary debate. They raised and loved and was The Queen and her Throne. could have “got away with it” as they did deeply loved by two happy, This was reflected as much in ’77 for the Silver Jubilee. successful children. She in his attitude and de mean - That they did not reflects, yes, the deep worshiped God and sought our as in the warm words bonds between Queen and Maple Realm; His strength in the he spoke of his Royal yes, the hard work of the various Loyal Sacraments of her Church. Cousin. A gentleman, re- Societies including The Monarchist In the final analysis, would serv ed, stylish but still con- League – but also the persistence and we not be content if such servative in dress; whimsi- good judgment and loyal heart of Sheila could be said of us? cally funny, acutely obser- Copps. Bravo, Sheila !

Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 – 13 CROWNS & MACES WITH LEAGUE INQUIRIES

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PARLIAMENT to the British Royal Mint.” We have no professionals; but I did not realize that is George Bush’s. CROWN to Senator difficulty accepting that the Mint, as any each would prove to be so delightfully per- Those who make it their business in Lowell Murray whose commercial operation, needs to assess its sonable and helpful human beings, in life to denigrate the best (and occasional- swift action forced newly- programme, and might or might not be addition. They were endlessly helpful, re - ly flawed) efforts of others must have appointed Senator Ray- in a position to craft and market such a sourceful and patient – willing to go well hurt Mrs Freeman’s feelings, perhaps mond Lavigne to retake his coin – though we wish it would. But the beyond the call of duty, pick up a spare even her standing amongst some ele- oath of office in the Clerk’s astonishing suggestion that a Queen bag, give a lift, be visible when wanted and ments of the population- mud sticks. But Chamber because he added Mother coin is more appropriate to invisible when not – and I must especially more Nova Scotians, we feel confident, the words “and to Canada” Britain is as perverse as it is wrong. The mention Trevor here in Toronto in that admire her inclusivity in bringing so to the end of the Oath pre- Queen Mother was Queen Consort of respect. However, they were all wonderful many and so diverse people and events to scribed in the Constitution Act. Sen. CANADA, the first Queen to visit CAN - people, and made my job – and more Government House, her ceaseless travels Murray objected, saying the new senator ADA, deeply beloved by and affectionate importantly, the Prince’s passage through around the Province and her evident loy- was creating a precedent that might be to CANADIANS – and to do her honour Canada – much smoother and more enjoy- alty to The Queen, concern for the Office taken advantage of by Quebec separatists is every bit as appropriate for the ROYAL able. Please accept my thanks, and pass my and the populace. Stick to your duty, who might want to add their own choice Canadian Mint as for the British Royal appreciation on to all the Officers con- Your Honour – and don’t let the nay-say- of words in the future. “Another honour - Mint. Apparently Australia is indeed cerned: they rule!” ers get you down! issuing such a coin – Australia! The CROWN to the seniors’ periodical able senator might decide to swear alle- THE MEDIA giance to Her Majesty the Queen and to his hypocrisy of the RCM’s reply is under- Forever Young, which celebrated the or her spouse and children, or to the repub- scored as its Spring catalogue reveals it is CROWN to the Can a - Jubilee in its March issue and placed a lic of Madawaska or to Opus Dei,” said issuing a 50-cent sterling coin as “a trib- dian Broad casting Cor - beautiful portrait of Her Majesty on its Murray. Lavigne claimed that he had ute to Princess Juliana.” We respect and poration for outstanding front cover. admire Princess Juliana – but how on and complete live coverage added the words to further establish his CORPORATE CANADA credentials as a federalist. The rooky Sen- earth is she a more worthy subject for a and film presentations on The Golden ator clearly needs a crash course in civics Canadian coin than our own Queen Jubilee. The CBC’s web site has also CROWN to Raymond Leach, Cater - as he is confounding his worthy inten- Mother? A complaint is issuing to the offered excellent comprehensive infor- ing Services Manager of the Shera - tion with behaviour suggesting that he Master of the Mint. mation on the subject. We should expect ton Centre Hotel, Toronto, who coordi- feels his wishes should run roughshod Another MACE to the RCM for its no less of our national broadcaster; but nated the innumerable details of HRH over the law. As well, he needs to under- press release announcing the Silver the acknowledgement of the role of Prince Michael’s accommodation during stand how in swearing allegiance to The Dollar Jubilee coin – to be sure an attrac- Canada’s Crown, and the popularity of the Prince’s five days in the GTA, as well Queen, the embodiment of Canada, he tive item worthy of our Mint’s worldwide the Monarchy amongst viewers, was not as the Dominion Banquet tendered by does demonstrate his loyalty to Canada ! reputation – which stated “not since Her a feature of the Corporation’s program- the League. Mr Leach and his team were Majesty Queen Victoria has a British ming in the 70’s and 80’s. unflappable, courteous, professional and THE PROVINCES monarch reigned for 50 years,” as for the MACE to the Halifax sophisticated – and it was a delight deal- MACE to Nova Scotia Opposition arrogance of its PR flack’s response to the Daily News, other ele- ing with him and the Hotel, from the Leader Darrell Dexter, who in op - Dominion Chairman’s objection that ments of the Halifax media Doorman who retrieved the keys locked posing the singing of The Royal Anthem surely the Royal CANADIAN Mint cele- and a self-aggrandizing, un- inside the Dominion Chairman’s auto- in the Legislative Assembly, wrote, “The brating the Golden Jubilee of The Queen known but ambitious MLA, mobile to the bell and room service staff Royal Anthem is not appropriate in a leg- of CANADA with a CANADIAN coin Bill Estabrooks, for their for whom nothing was too much trou- islative chamber whose constitutional pur- should denominate The Queen as Sover- relentless and ad hominem attacks on ble ! Thank you ! pose is to assert people’s democratic right to eign of CANADA – or as logically call Nova Scotia Lieutenant Governor Myra MACE to The govern themselves rather than be ruled by HM “Queen of Papua New Guinea” or Freeman. The character assassins of the Great West Life a monarch... God Save The Queen was re - “Queen of Barbados.” Which provoked a Bluenose Province now focus their gim- Insurance Company whose Winnipeg placed by O Canada as Canada’s national reply from one “Phil Taylor, Commun - let eyes on items such as Headquarters – unlike nearly every other anthem as a sign that the colonial era had ications” as follows: “The sentence to • expensive repair bills for Government property-owner in the country – refused truly ended... It was needlessly divisive to which your query refers is both semantical- House (the oldest Government House in to lower the National Flag during the try and ignore our constitutional conven- ly and grammatically accurate.” Hardly the Commonwealth and thus a precious period of National Mourning for The tions and bring the royal anthem [sic] into the point ! historic building where even the smallest Queen Mother, doing so only on the day the chamber.” Stuff and nonsense! Loyal - wiring change is indeed costly); of the Funeral. FEDERAL INSTITUTIONS • the cost of outside Christmas lighting ty to the Crown has often been proclaim- THE LOYAL (?) SOCIETIES ed by MP’s and MLA’s as a reflection that CROWN to Canada Post for recog- decorations (the House is situated in the Canada is a Monarchy, to which there is nizing the difficulty in stocking ade- heart of Halifax – moreover, Her Honour’s MACE to The Royal Common- no “constitutional” objection what so - quate supplies of the assisting downtown merchants and city wealth Society Essay Competition ever, witness the singing of the Royal Golden Jubilee stamp fathers in celebration of a holiday not her organizers in Great Britain for ignoring Anthem in the House of Commons on of The Queen, and remedying it by own might better be considered civic boos- the Golden Jubilee in its essay compe- Accession Day. ordering a reprint and ordering all postal terism, broad-minded and ecumenical); tition of many years’ standing entered outlets to carry it. This almost overcomes • Her Honour’s absence from services for by children throughout the Common - THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT the tap of the Mace we had earlier Canadian casualties in Afghanistan (Her wealth, and for its supine re sponse to the CROWN to the Royal Canadian reserved for CPC as a result of a Decem - Honour was fully represented by the Monarchist League of Canada’s con- Mint for its enthusiastic celebration ber 3rd press release in which it described Administrator as is provided for in the structive criticism and suggested remedy. of The Queen’s Golden Jubilee in televi- The Queen of Canada as “the fourth Constitution while she undertook a long- Chairman John Aimers wrote the sion advertising, in producing the British Monarch” to attain her Golden planned trip to China which the cost of Director-General at RCS Headquarters Jubilee. True, but wouldn’t “second canceling and securing an immediate in London: Canadian Monarch” have been more return would have provoked howls from “...It seems incredible to me that the helpful and to the point? the same quarters); Royal Commonwealth Society, with its crown ed effigy of HM on the most at - CROWN to the • Her Honour’s not attending the 10th “Royal” designation, its Royal Patrons and tractive Jubilee 50-cent coin and for Royal Canadian anniversary observance of the Westray its distinguished record of service to Crown organizing not only a children’s web site Mounted Police, mine disaster (Mrs Freeman was enter- and Commonwealth, would have com- but also a series of Jubilee Teas to provide whose Protective Ser- taining The King and Queen of Norway, a pletely ignored the Golden Jubilee of Her regional launches for the circulating half- vices Unit provided visit long planned and minutely arranged Majesty the Queen as affording a rich field dollar. Our enthusiasm is tempered, security throughout by the federal government, a diplomatic of potential essay ideas about which both however, by two MACES. Prince Michael’s visit. courtesy over which she had no control or HM’s young subjects in the Realms, and MACE to the Royal Canadian Mint The Dominion Chair- choice whatsoever. Moreover, she was not those who live in the Commonwealth for part of its Commun i ca tions Of - man wrote Cpl. Pierre LeBlanc at RCMP invited to the disaster vigil); republics, could profitably have written. ficer’s astonishing reply to a member’s Headquarters as follows: “I wanted to let • Her Honour’s supposedly “Martha Indeed, the only “Royal” reference is to suggestion it consider pro ducing a coin you know, as a Canadian, how I felt both Stewart” style – simply a tribute to a Lieu- conducting Prince William on a tour of in hon our of The Queen Mother: “At the very proud of and grateful for the assis- tenant Governor who tries to make sure one’s country – not a bad topic as far as it present time, there are no plans to mint a tance of the RCMP Protective Services dur- that every Nova Scotian feels welcome in goes – but one not at all linked to the coin to celebrate the life of HM The Queen ing His Royal Highness’ tour just end ed. I an elegant Vice-Regal home, which is no Jubilee but rather to the Prince’s well- Mother, as this theme is more appropriate knew the Officers would be well trained more “her mansion” than the White House known “star” qualities.

14 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 “With the Jubilee’s themes of celebra- MACE to ele- tion, service and community involvement ments in the providing a host of potential essay topics IODE who as the directly linked to The Queen’s 50 years of result of the ever-pernicious recom - giving to the Commonwealth and incar- mendations of that tool of modern mar- nating the Crown in all its diverse senses keting and vacuity of principle “the focus and roles, it does seem to me that the RCS group,” have managed to inveigle the has sadly missed the boat. It is a failure venerable and loyal charitable women’s which both puzzles and deeply disappoints organization remove an affirmation of me. I shall await your explanation with Loyalty to the Sovereign from its practice interest and concern, and hope that, even and ritual. Societies which seek to adjust now, you might issue a supplementary list their raison d’être to become more “rele- of topics à la your “Commonwealth” topic vant” generally lose the hard-won credi- which could be quickly distributed and bility built up – in the case of IODE – promoted.” since 1900. It is no secret that the group After consulting the Chief Examiner of has been hemmoraghing members the Competition, the Society’s Director- (IODE’s membership has fallen from General, Stuart Mole, replied: 38,000 in its heyday to only 7,000 today), “...At the outset, I ought to make clear as rural populations shrink, along with that the Royal Commonwealth Society in - the class of full-time women volunteers tends to mark the Golden Jubilee of Her who used to be the backbone of so many Majesty The Queen in a number of highly voluntary societies. But the revival of a significant ways, including through a spe- definite mission and sticking to founding cial publication “Commonwealth of ideals is more apt to produce a strength- Nations” which will be distributed exten- ened membership than this lamentable sively around the Commonwealth. Apart abandonment of loyalty passed at the Canadian Astronaut Presents from the Commonwealth Day celebrations National AGM on a 3/5ths vote by fewer (and the multi-faith Observance which than 200 of the remaining members. Lieutenant Governor Lynda Haverstock The Queen will attend), other activities CROWN to Canadian Society for and initiatives are planned to express the the Prevention of Cruelty to Child- with Saskatchewan Flag from Shuttle Mission Society’s profound appreciation to Her ren’s Dr E.T. Barker, who graciously On Wednesday, April 10, 2002, Canadian Astronaut Dr. Dafydd (Dave) Majesty for her role both as our Patron and acknowledged a number of donations Williams visited Regina to present Lieutenant Governor Haverstock with the as Head of the Commonwealth. That said, made to the organization in memory of not all the activities of the RCS are neces- Princess Margaret by writing Her Saskatchewan Flag that he took on his 1998 Shuttle Mission. Former Lieutenant sarily appropriate mechanisms for cele- Majesty – the Princess was Patron of the Governor Wiebe gave Dr. Williams the flag on a previous visit to Saskatchewan. brating the Golden Jubilee, and this is the equivalent group in the UK. In April 1998, Dr. Williams participated in STS-90 as Mission Specialist 3 view we took of the Commonwealth Essay aboard Space Shuttle Columbia. During the 16-day flight, called Neurolab, the Competition, for two reasons. LOYAL CANADIANS seven- person crew served as both experiment subjects and operators for 26 First, the examiners have found through CROWN to Pierre Trepanier, an individual life science experiments. Dr. Williams was appointed director of the past experience that, by and large, ques- Ottawa member of The Monarchist Space and Life Sciences Directorate at the Johnson Space Centre in Houston, tions about the Royal Family have not been League of Canada, who established the Texas in July 1998. He is the first non-American to hold a senior management successful in generating entries or encour- Golden Jubilee exhibition depicted position with NASA. Courtesy Government House, Regina aging writing which is creative and in - [below] in the display case of Devonshire formed. The question for 2002 on Prince Community Public School attended by William was crafted with this considera- one of his children. If every Canadian tion in mind. Second, one of the principal COLOUR LITHO PORTRAITS purposes of the Competition is to promote the modern Commonwealth, its principles and its programmes. It is a regrettable fact OF QUEEN AVAILABLE that, almost universally, there is little pub- FREE OFFER TO LEAGUE MEMBERS KINDNESS SHEILA COPPS lic understanding of the distinction be- tween The Queen’s role as Head of the Canadian Heritage Minister Sheila Copps has kindly made available to the Commonwealth and her duties as Queen Monarchist League of Canada 5,000 copies of the Golden Jubilee photograph- of her various realms. In some countries – ic portrait poster of Her Majesty The Queen. The League is asking members to such as Australia, and to an extent Canada request copies, and then – according to one’s means and the needs of the receiv- – where there is any kind of domestic ing organization – to have them framed or foam-core mounted, and present debate about the constitutional position of The Queen as the Head of State, there is them to your local community centre, fire hall, school, place of worship, Legion room for misunderstanding and confusion sought out a school in which to mount a Hall, hospital, library – anywhere where they will be visible! (Remember, in unless the distinction is made very clear. In similar commemoration this Fall, the Provinces participating in the federal Jubilee programme, all schools will be receiv- our view, the Essay Competition is not a effect on HM’s youngest subjects would ing copies from their provincial governments. Make sure that your principal dis- suitable channel for seeking to clarify this be incalculably good. plays the photo visibly and that it is not “lost.”) distinction, which is why we decided not to ACADEME POSTERS ARE FREE OF CHARGE. The modest cost of postage and mail- include a question on the Golden Jubilee...” ing tubes is being partly subsidized by the League. Like the Minister, and no MACE to the Univer- If indeed there is “little public under- doubt, our members and readers, we hope that this portrait will receive the standing” or even “misunderstanding sity of British Colum - and confusion” about any of The Queen’s bia, which refuses to sing widest possible distribution, and hang for many years not only as a remem- roles vis a vis Commonwealth and The Royal Anthem at Con- brance of the Jubilee but also as a reminder of Canada’s status as a constitu- Realms, one would have imagined that vocation on the basis of tional monarchy. At this point, we are limiting distribution to five per member. the Royal Commonwealth Society, oper- “protocol” advice that it is Please request only the number that you feel certain you can place visibly in ating throughout the Commonwealth, correctly sung in Canada in the presence your community. would have been precisely the organiza- of members of The Royal Family. Silly tion to rectify the situation via the sup- UBC! Protocol merely dictates what MAIL TO: MONARCHIST LEAGUE OF CANADA, porting material accompanying an edu- should be done in official circumstances; PO BOX 1057, OAKVILLE, ON L6J 5E9 cational venture such as a world-wide it does not proscribe anything! By UBC’s essay competition for students, rather application of cold logic, “God Save the than resort to the reductionist argument, Queen” would be seldom sung in the Please send me ___ copies of the Golden Jubilee photo poster of The Queen above, which merely serves to perpetuate Dominion – not, for instance, sung at all For packaging and mailing, I enclose $5 for the first photo and $1 for each the unhappy situation, and casts a shad- during the nationwide chain of memori- ow of valueless defeatism over a hitherto- al services for The Queen Mother; not additional photo – to a maximum of five. TOTAL ENCLOSED: $______proud organization. God help us if such once during the countless Jubilee obser- is to be the attitude of “loyal societies.” vances stretching coast to coast to coast Mail to: While the Canadian RCS, with which prior to The Queen’s arrival; never at the League enjoys frequent positive con- school assemblies. The University’s posi- NAME:______tacts, has not taken any public stand on tion is patent nonsense and reductionist the controversy, its President Dr. Peter republicanism of a low order. The Royal ADDRESS:______Meinecke did contact the Dominion Anthem is correctly sung in Canada Chairman and courteously offer to bring when ever and wherever loyal souls gath- ______CODE: ______forward the matter to Headquarters’ er and wish to sing it. A pox on such attention. pseudo-academic babble!

Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 – 15 Royal Round-up QUEEN COLLECTS CANADIAN WATERCOLOURS... MIXED VIEWS ON FREUD PAINTING OF QUEEN... SAUL BOOK CONTROVERSY... STEWARD RECEIVES ROYAL VICTORIAN MEDAL... FORCES MAY TINKER WITH LOGO... WESSEXES TO FULL-TIME ROYAL DUTIES...ANDREW ADMITS WAR TERROR... NEW PORTRAIT OF QUEEN... BARBADOS REFERENDUM NIXED... QUEEN VOWS TO CONTINUE... DAUGHTER FOR LINLEYS

HALIFAX, November 21 – Nova Scotia became the ment from her bed, Sophie said “I am obviously very latest Province to unveil its Honours System, the Order sad. But it was just not meant to be. There will be other of Nova Scotia. At a Government House ceremony, chances.” The Earl remained at Buckingham Palace to the Lieutenant Governor and Premier unveiled the be close to his wife’s side throughout the painful ordeal. LONDON, December 12-15 new Canadian watercolours were addded to The Queen’s collection to be displayed at Windsor Castle. They were chosen by a jury of the Cana- dian Society of Painters in Water Colour, and accepted by The Prince of Wales at Canada House on the Queen’s behalf. Amongst artists represented are Alice The Order of Nova Scotia is unveiled by the Lieutenant Governor with Reed of Antigonish, NS; Ron Hazell of Brookside, NS; Premier Hamm and Minister MacDonald and Toronto artist Ross Monk. The Queen now owns insignia of the medal recipients will receive. The some 75 Canadian watercolours. “It gradually dawned medal’s insignia depicts the province’s symbols, in - on me, what makes it so interesting is that it records the cluding the Shield of Arms, the mayflower – the minutiae of people’s lives,” the Prince said. “This makes province’s floral symbol – and the St. Edward’s Crown. it so special.” “We are fortunate to have so many citizens who have distinguished themselves and brought honour and pres- OTTAWA, December 13 – The Prime Minister defend- tige to our province in many fields of endeavour,” said ed HE John Ralston Saul from criticism by the Canadi- Tour ism & Culture Minister Rodney MacDonald. an Alliance of views expressed in his new book On “Given the endless list of possible candidates, we have not Equilibrium. Acting Opposition Leader John Reynolds established specific categories in the selection process, and had criticized Mr Saul for suggesting the West was par- the only path to an Order of Nova Scotia will be through tially responsible for the September 11 attacks, and for merit.” An non-partisan Advisory Committee has been characterizing President Bush’s initial response as “frail established to review all nominations and recommend and weak.” M. Chretien told reporters that His Excel- the appointment of members. In the first year, 10 Nova lency “is not the Governor General and he has the free- Scotians will be awarded the medal, and up to five dom of speaking... He is not a member of the Cabinet and flattering” but went on to observe “this is a picture of a annually thereafter. has a right to express himself the way he wants.” He went on to observe “No doubt about it, he is a controversial woman who takes her duty extremely seriously, who has SCHLIERSEE, BAVARIA, November 24 – Princess person at times. But we have Madame Clarkson – she is suffered but who is determined not to allow her suffering George of Hanover, last surviving sister of The Duke of the Governor General and she is doing a very excellent to get the better of her,” and to conclude that people will job.” Writing on December 20th in The Globe & Mail, argue about the work as they did when the now-classic Professor Andrew Cohen explained attacks on the Annigoni portrait was first displayed – saying that the Governor General and her spouse as actuated by “the Freud one is “every bit as good.” National Post editorial- scribbling accountants of envy,” and he extoled their ized that “Freud has brilliantly captured fundamental work as having made the vice-regal office “a fulcrum of elements of The Queen’s character: her strength and creativity and an emblem of pride... Thoughtful people authority, her stoicism and the marks of long life’s cares... can differ over the appropriate role of the spouse of a a reservoir of knowledge and understanding.” By no governor-general. In this case, the Prime Minister, the means the most ringing dissenting opinion came from leader of the Conservative Party and the head of the the Editor of The British Art Journal, who remarked “It Monarchist League supported Mr Saul. That seemed lost makes her look like one of the Royal corgis which has suf- in the spirited assault on Mr Saul.” In the same news- fered a stroke.” Monarchist League Dominion Chair- paper, column ist Hugh Winsor responded to Mon - man John Aimers commented to the media in verse: archist Chairman John Aimers’ defence of Saul by “Now Lucian Freud’s ‘painted’ The Queen observ ing “It must certainly be a turning point in the Whom we know for visage serene; arcane dialogue about the status of the vice- regal consort His horror says less when even the Monarchist League ignores the splutter- About Royal stress ing.” Than it does of court artists: vain, mean.” Prince Andrew of Greece, Princess Alice and their children. Princess George stands behind her father. TORONTO, December 16 – KENSINGTON PALACE, December 25 – Princess Edinburgh, died in a nursing home near the Austro- Pauline McGibbon, first woman Alice, Duchess of Gloucester, widow of Prince Henry of German border. Godmother to the Earl of Wessex and vice-regal representative in the Gloucester, who was a frequent visitor to Royal homes in the UK, the Commonwealth when she was fourth in line to the Princess often spent summers at Balmoral. With her appointed Lieutenant Governor Throne at the time of husband, Prince George, grandson of the Kaiser, she of Ontario in 1974, died in their Marriage in attended The Golden Wedding Service for The Queen Toronto aged 91. The native of 1935, marked her and Prince Philip at Westminister Abbey in 1997. Born Sarnia was a dedicated volunteer, 100th Birthday. The Princess Sophie, she remained close to her brother, and who returned to the Treasury Royal Family had in 1994 she accompanied him to Jerusalem to witness 95% of her annual salary as celebrated the oc- their Mother Princess Alice of Battenberg being hon- Queen’s representative. casion at Kensington Palace on December 12. The oured as Righteous for having hid a Jewish family in Dowager Duchess is described as physically well but LONDON, December 16 – The British Royal Mint afflicted by difficulties with her memory. her Athens flat during World War II. unveiled a £5 coin to honour The Queen’s Golden LONDON, December 6-10 – Jubilee. The Crown features an equestrian portrait of BUCKINGHAM PALACE, After being evacuated by air from HM on one side, with a “reflective” contemporary pro- January 1 – The Queen’s Bagshot Park, The Countess of file on the other. The inscription reads Amor Populae New Year’s Honours List Wessex underwent an emergency Praesidium Reg – “The Love of the People is The named Ernest Dennis, operation for an ectopic preg- Queen’s Protection.” The circulating version of the coin Chief Steward to Ontario’s nancy at King Edward VII Hospi- will be released in May 2002. Lieutenant Governors for tal. An ectopic pregnancy occurs 20 years, as recipient of The LONDON, December 21 – Lucian Freud’s tiny but Royal Victorian Medal (Sil- when the foetus develops in a fal- striking new portrait of The Queen provoked strong lopian tube rather than the ver). Ernie, as he is known reactions as it was unveiled in the run-up to the Jubilee. to staff and frequent visitors to the Lieutenant Gover- womb. As a result, both Mother The Daily Telegraph agreed that it was “extremely un - and child are at risk. In a state- nor’s Suite, retired in February coincident with the

16 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 departure from the vice-regal office of Hilary Weston. tragedy.” Her Majesty and Mr Giuliani chatted for sev- The Royal Victorian Order and Medals, instituted by eral minutes; afterwards he paid tribute to The Queen’s Queen Victoria, are in the personal gift of The Queen, “tremendous support” and said “We have no better and awarded to those who serve the Crown directly. friends than Great Britain.” LONDON, January 1 LONDON, February 13 – Historian John Keegan – In a listener poll to warned that there remain only 18 living holders of the determine Britain’s Victoria Cross (of whom but one is Canadian, Ernest great est monarch, “Smokey” Smith) and that the pre-eminent decoration Australian conducted by Radio for supreme bravery in the face of the enemy may be at champagne 4’s Today program - risk of dying out. Enthusiastic Brisbane walkabout welcome – quenches me, the 10,000 voters The Queen “amazed” Royal thirst DUBLIN, February 14 – The Prince of Wales presented gave Elizabeth I top pop ulation of 18,000 – greeted her alighting at Gawler New Year’s Honours to five citizens of Ireland, the first place with 31%; Eliz- – and enjoyed the rare spectacle of the Mon arch drink- time such honours have been presented by a member abeth II finished just behind at 27%. The remaining ing a glass of the local sparkling wine. During a Garden of the Royal Family in the Republic since partition and finalists included Alfred The Great (26%), Henry II Party at Government House, Adelaide, HM revealed to creation of the Irish Free State in 1922. (9%) and Victoria (7%). members of the Adelaide Hills Kennel Club that after EDMONTON, February 14 – The years of experimenting she had been successful in LONDON, January 9 – It was an - death was announced of the Hon. H.A. breeding tri-coloured Corgi pups. nounced that Princess Madeleine of “Bud” Olson, one of Alberta’s most un - Sweden, third in line to the Throne, QUEEN’S PARK, March happy choices as Lieutenant Governor. quit her English studies in London and 7 – A diplomat with A former Cabinet Minister and Senator, returned to Stockholm because of in- First Nations roots, Mr Olson undertook few en gage ments cessant harassment by paparazzi. most recently Canada’s during his time as HM’s representative Ambassador to the SANDRINGHAM, January 13 – The in the Province, and engaged in an un - Euro pean Union, James Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster seemly public row with his predecessor Bartleman was sworn in became the first member of the The late about the location and funding of the Premier Mike Harris looks on as Nineteen-year-old as Ontario’s 41st vice- Roman Catholic hierarchy since the “Bud” Olson annual New Year’s Levee. James Bartleman takes the Oath Princess Madeleine to become Lieutenant Governor regal representative. The could not cope with Re formation to preach at the invita- CHRISTCHURCH & AUCKLAND, of Ontario 62-year old Lieutenant the attentions of tion of the Sovereign. Cardinal Mur- February 25-27 – The Queen re - Governor told the audience at his Installation “As a the paparazzi. phy O-Connor delivered the Sermon newed her acquaintance with Sir Canadian with aboriginal as well as white roots, I bring today during Matins at Sandringham Parish Church Edmund Hillary, and was also a particular regard for the positive role which the Crown on the Norfolk estate of The Queen. greet ed by cheering Maoris during has played in aboriginal affairs over the centuries.” In RIDEAU HALL, January 14 – The Governor General her New Zealand tour, when she addition to raising the profile of Aboriginal issues, Mr announced 96 appointments to The Order of Canada. paid a visit to the Ngai Tahu Meet- Bartleman is expected to champion mental health Former federal NDP leader Ed Broadbent was named a ing House. The staunchly-royalist causes: he has suffered from Depression since he was Companion, while amongst the new Members were indigenous peoples make up 16% robbed and beaten while representing Canada in South hockey great “Red” Kelly, communications guru Phil of the population. Prime Minister Africa. “A message of inclusion in the halls of power,” ran Lind and artist Ken Danby. The Queen in ceremo- Helen Clark, who has called repub- an editorial in the Orillia Packet & Times welcoming nial cloak of kiwi feath- lican status “inevitable” for the the appointment. WINDSOR, January 24 – In honour of the Golden ers to meet Maoris Island Realm, not only absented Jubilee, a new landscape garden is to be created at herself from The Queen’s arrival, but sat down before Windsor Castle, the first to be made there in 200 years. the playing of God Save The Queen at the State Banquet Due to be completed in June, the garden will stretch in the Queen’s honour, springing to her feet as the from the main gates to St George’s Gates on Castle Hill, standing Queen cast her a sideways glance. familiar to visitors as their entrance point. Centrepiece will be a bandstand of English stone, which will pro- NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, vide the setting for regular performances by the Bands February 28 – Continuing of the Household Division. his profiling of Canadian Wines, HE John Ralston Saul SANDRINGHAM, January led an ambassadorial delega- 31 – The Queen granted a tion for a three-day visit to unique Royal Warrant – this principal wine region of “By Appointment to Her His Excellency John Ralston Ontario. Calling this “a Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Saul in the wine cellars of water shed moment” for the Mole Controller” to Victor Rideau Hall national wine industry, Mr Victor Williamson Williamson, who spends Saul said “the real possibility of a serious export market and his Royal Warrant three days a week trying to is at hand.” control moles on the Sovereign’s 20,000-acre estate. LONDON, March 2 – The AMSTERDAM, February 2 – The Prince of Wales and his sons at start of March skiing holiday Earl and Countess of Wessex A quarter million lined the announced that they will LONDON, March 11 – In a speech to editors marking streets to celebrate the mar- relinquish their careers in the 300th anniversary of the founding of the first daily riage of Crown Prince order to take up Royal duties national newspaper, The Prince of Wales thanked them Willem-Alexander to on a full-time basis. In for the way they had treated his sons. “I do want to Maxima Zorreguieta. Polls informing a Duke of Edin- underline my own very real gratitude and, indeed, sur- re ported a threefold in crease burgh’s Award Conference of their decision, Prince prise, for the manner in which all newspapers have in support for the nuptials, originally clouded by Edward said that “It is quite obvious in this year, the sought to give my two sons, William and Harry, as much media focus on the bride’s father, a Minister in the for- Golden Jubilee, we are required, more than ever, to sup- privacy as is possible in their position: a position which is, mer Argentinian Junta who did not attend the wed- port The Queen and to help my family shoulder some of of course, not one they have chosen for themselves. Grow- ding. the increasing responsibilities and workload into the ing up is not easy – When was it, I wonder? – but I sus- OTTAWA, February 4 – future.” pect our modern world makes it even more difficult and Only the reaction of “focus they, along with others, have been through times of im- BRISBANE, March 3 – groups” saved the word mense difficulty and tragedy. But they have been able to In ending her second “Canadian” and the Royal do so much of the time in relative privacy, and they, and Australian tour in three Crown on the Canadian I, continue to be very grateful that they have been allowed years, during which the Existing CF logo top; one of Forces logo, says a Depart- a measure of peace.” warmth of her recep- proposed new ones, bottom ment of National Defence tion in Adelaide, Cairns MARLBOROUGH HOUSE, March report. DND had considered dropping these elements and Brisbane is said to 12 – A new portrait of the Queen from its logo, considering them “stodgy” and “outdat- have “amazed and excit- has been unveiled by ed,” and the Crown “a major irritant” making some ed” her, The Queen Commonwealth Secretary-General respondents wonder if Canada was “subservient to addressed over 30,000 Don Mc Kinnon. The mon arch’s Britain,” in favour of one word “Forces,” with the “O” gathered in the rain on full-length, vibrantly coloured like- being turned into a Crest or Maple Leaf. Further Queensland’s “People ness was commissioned by the redesign proposals remain under consideration. Day.” The Queen is said Commonwealth in celebration of HM’s Golden Jubilee. The Queen, BUCKINGHAM PALACE, February 13 – The Queen Accompanied by The Governor to have especially en joy - presented former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani with General of Australia, The Queen ed her rail trip on he dressed in royal blue, is depicted the Insignia of a Knight Commander of the Order of & Prince Philip are welcomed to Barossa Wine Train, standing against a backdrop of the British Empire, “for services after the September 11th Adelaide by Aboriginal dancers where 12,000 – of a images from Commonwealth

Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 – 17 nations – Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, the Sydney BALMORAL, April 14 Opera House in Australia, the Taj Mahal in India, the – Camilla Parker Houses of Parliament in London, Montego Bay in Bowles joined the Jamaica and a totem pole from British Columbia in Prince of Wales and Canada.The Nigerian-born artist, Chinwe Chukwuo- Royal Family for the go-Roy, lives in Suffolk. “The Queen is a great commu- first time at Divine nicator,” she said. “She’s observant, humorous, interest- Worship at Crathie ing and generous with her time. I hope I have succeeded Parish Church. Mrs LONDON, April 24 – A set of memorial stamps hon- in capturing some of these qualities in my painting.” Bowles had also ouring The Queen Mother went on sale today at the attended The Queen British Post Office. OTTAWA, March 19 – After discussion on the issue Mother’s Funeral, spanning 19 years, The Senate by voice vote passed Bill EDMONTON, April 28 – The Governor General deliv- although she was S-34, to amend the way by which The Royal Assent is ered the eulogy at the Memorial Ceremony for the Fall- not seated with the given in The Queen’s Name, allowing for a declaration en Dead of 3PPCLI. “They have given their lives for us, Prince. of Assent by The Governor General, and prescribing at for our way of life, for our peaceable kingdom. They have least two traditional in-Chamber ceremony in each cal- OTTAWA, April 15 – In an interview with The Hill given their lives in a far away land for people they did not endar year, including the first Appropriation Bill to be Times, Government House Leader Ralph Goodale sug- know. They have written their names in our hearts. That passed by Parliament. The Bill was first amended on gested that the current Session of Parliament might be is what they have given us... that monument which stays the suggestion of Sen Grafstein to permit at least one prorogued in the Fall, with a Speech from The Throne with us is more enduring than stone, greater than the member of each House to be present when Her Excel- being delivered by The Queen during her Jubilee place in which their bodies lie. We know that heroes have lency gave private Assent. The Bill received Second Homecoming to Canada. the whole earth for their tomb. We have brought them Reading in the House of Commons on April 19th with home. They will be part of our future, not our past.” WINDSOR CASTLE, April 17 – As part of the Golden all parties speaking in support. Peter MacKay (PC- Jubilee celebrations, The Queen and The Duke of Pictou-Antigonish-Guysborough) speaking for the Edinburgh gave a Dinner Party for the Governors- Tories, acknowledged the Monarchist League’s op - General of Her Majesty’s Realms, at which The Prince position to the Bill. It was then referred to the Standing of Wales, The Duke of York, The Earl & Countess Committee on Procedure and House Affairs. That of Wessex and The Princess Royal & Commodore Committee reported the Bill to the House of Com- Timothy Laurence, RN, were present. The vice-regal mons on May 9th, where, after brief debate, it passed, guests subsequently joined The Royal Family on April subsequently receiving The Royal Assent on May 31st. 18th at the Memorial Service for Princess Margaret. [Ed – See ‘From Parliament Hill, p. 20] HIGHGROVE, March The Prince of Wales 19 – The Prince of 40th birthday photo – Wales was said to be with Tigga, 1988. deeply up set at the death of his 18-year old The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh outside 10 Downing Street with Prime Minister and Mrs Blair Jack Russell ter ri er, Tigga. The dog was LONDON, April 29-30 – The Queen dined at 10 given as a puppy to the Downing Street with the living Prime Ministers and Prince by Lady Salis- family members of deceased Prime Ministers who have bury, and was rarely served her during her Reign. The following day she absent from his side. open ed official Golden Jubilee celebrations by address- Tigga first came to gen- KABUL, April 18 – Former King Mohammad Zahir ing Parliament in a ceremony at Westminster Hall. eral notice when in 1994 his daughter, Pooh, Shah returned to Afghanistan after 29 years in exile. Nix ing speculation of abdication in favour of The mysteriously disappeared during a walk at Balmoral. The Shah, under heavy guard, will assist in the sum- Prince of Wales, HM said: “I would like above all to declare my resolve to continue, with the support of my ST ANDREW’S UNIVERSITY, March 28 – Due to moning and debate of a loya jirga, an assembly of all tribes in the war-torn country, in an attempt to build family, to serve the people of this great nation of ours to Prince William’s attendance, it was reported by the the best of my ability through the changing times ahead.” Scottish Higher Education Funding Council that appli- new leadership and governance structures cations to the Scottish University have shot up by 44% last year, “with many of the approaches coming from American women.” A dramatic increase in local hous- ing prices was also attributed to the Prince’s presence in the Fife community. KLOSTERS, March 30 – The Prince of Wales josh ed with his two sons and a party of friends at the start of a Swiss skiing holi- day subsequently cut short by news of The Queen Mother’s The Queen addresses Parliament at official start of Golden Jubilee cele- death. Prince William, brations 19, told media he was finding university life The Governor General comforts Private Norman Link at an American OTTAWA, April 30 – Former Private Secretary to Gov- Military Hospital in Landstuhl, Germany. Pte Link was one of eight ernors General Hnyatshyn, LeBlanc and Clarkson, “very good fun,” and that he would be trying snow- Canadians wounded in a tragic accident while serving in the War boarding for the first time, to which Charles observed against terrorism in Afghanistan. courtesy Rideau Hall Judith LaRocque, currently Associate Deputy Minister of Canadian Heritage, was appointed Deputy Minister “I know when I’m too old for something”. LONDON, April 18 – On hearing the news of the trag- of Canadian Heritage. LONDON, March 30 – In an interview marking the ic deaths and injuries to members of HM Canadian 20th Anniversary of the Argentine Invasion of the Forces serving in Afghanistan, Her Excellency The THE BARBADOS, May 1 – Prime Minister Owen Falklands, The Duke of York said that his war experi- Governor General immediately issued a statement in Arthur announced that in the face of public opposi- ences had given him a deep understanding of courage, which she said, “We know that our soldiers are coura- tion, plans to hold a referendum about abolishing the sacrifice and camaraderie. “It was dirty; it was exhaust- geous and prepared for the trial and risks of conflict... The Monarchy had been dropped. impact of the deaths and severe wounding of our soldiers ing; it was monotonous; people really bled and death HALIFAX, May 8 – The Government of Nova Scotia touches us all in a personal way. I know from meeting might be a consequence,” he wrote. “It was nearly 99 per an nounced that a new course in Canadian History, in and talking with them how much military families sacri- cent routine business and one per cent sheer terror. I development for several years, will become compul - fice and endure for the sake of service to our country. suffered the same feelings of fear and uncertainty as did sory for all students wish to attain high school gradua- With all Canadians, my heart goes out to them and their the rest of my colleagues.”. tion, and be introduced in September 2002. regiment at this terrible time, as together, we all mourn.” LONDON, April 9 – Asked, in French, while in London Their Excellencies then flew to Germany to comfort LONDON, May 8 – A Corporate Edge survey shows for The Funeral of The Queen Mother about the the wounded soldiers at Ramstein. that Britons under 30 much prefer the symbols of Monarchy’s role in Canada, the Prime Minister replied: “Old” Britain such as the Royal Family and Bucking- CAMBERLEY, April 20 – The Countess of Wessex car- “It’s not a problem now because we have a governor- ham Palace to the trappings of “Cool Britannia.” 75% ried out her first solo official engagement as a Member general who is named by the prime minister and is a want The Queen’s head to remain on stamps, and of the Royal Family when she visited with teachers and citizen of Canada ... The system works well. Perhaps from Prince William was by far the first choice as the best children at a community nursery’s Spring Fair in this a theoretical point of view, [there is] a problem, but not ambassador for Britain. Asked to name “an icon of Surrey town. from a practical viewpoint.” nationhood,” two-thirds responded Buckingham

18 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 Palace. A Lion and Ali G outdis- AN EXPLANATION FROM THE MINT RE OMISSION OF “D.G.REGINA” tanced Tony Blair as choice for depiction on stamps as alternative to Following up on an article in the previous CMN revealing that the 2001 ten- GOVERNOR HM. cent piece lacked the customary wording “D.G. Regina” a Communications Officer of the Mint advised that “on occasion, traditional designs are amended GENERAL LONDON, May 12 – Mayor Ken to ac commodate special commemorative coins whose designs may require addi- Livingstone announc ed that a com- tional art space. The 2001 ten-cent piece design was amended from the tradition- HOSTS FIRST mittee appointed by him does not al schooner design in order to commemorate the United Nations declaration of the recommend that the London International Year of Volunteers. Please note that the traditional design will YOUTH FORUM memorial to The Queen Mother return to its previous configuration as of 2002.” occupy the vacant fourth plinth at As part of the 50th anniversary Trafalgar Square, the subject of celebration of Canadian Governors much debate over the years. It General, Her Excellency the Right prefers a changing display of con- Honourable Adrienne Clarkson and temporary art on the site. The East His Excellency John Ralston Saul End – as tribute to her and the MONARCHIST LEAGUE MEMBERS brought together over 100 Canadian King’s courage during the War years high school students to Rideau Hall – or Clarence House her London ATTEND ROYAL GARDEN PARTIES from February 12 to 17, 2002 for the residence into which The Prince of first-ever Governor General’s Youth Geoff Little, a former League Intern to in high heeled shoes. She had on a royal Wales is expected to move – are now Forum. Ontario’s Lieutenant Governor, studied blue dress with a coat and a blue and favoured locations for the memorial. “As we have traveled the country over for a year at the University of Birming - white hat (I feel like a writer for a 50s the past two years, John Ralston Saul LONDON, May 14 – The Royal ham. When not engaged in pushing film star magazine but I’m sure you’re and I have been awe-struck by the Family celebrated The Queen’s vicars and pensioners out of the way, he all hanging on my every word). It was young people we have met. Whether in becoming a great-aunt as Viscount- attends Trinity College, University of about 30 degrees in the sun as well. To schools, 4-H clubs or volunteering ess Linley gave birth to a baby girl at Toronto. Geoff kindly supplied the text of be honest, it really was a wonderful in countless organizations, Canada’s Portland Hospital. The child, 13th in his exciting afternoon at the Palace, moment. You see her on tv and in the youth bring incredible energy, new line to the Throne, would have been while Windsor members Dick and papers and she looks exactly the same, ideas and impressive engagement to Princess Margaret’s grand-daughter Donalda Robarts shared with CMN their but there’s something magical about their communities and to the challenges as her father is David – Viscount photo recollecting the memorable event. seeing her in person. I suppose it also they face,” said the Gover nor General Linley – the respected cabinet ...the queue outside the Palace gates has to do with the concept of monarchy in announcing the forum. “We want maker. was rather long. I got there at about in general, the idea that you’re seeing to tap into that, share it among young 2.30 and chatted with some rather nice YOUR queen. After she passed my sec- RIDEAU HALL, May 17 – The people from all over Canada.” New Zealanders. The gates opened at 3 tion of the lane I went back to the tea Governor General pre sid ed at the The four-day forum included youth pm and the queue moved into the tent for some well deserved refresh- inaugural investiture of three Com- delegates from every part of the coun- palace quadrangle then into a long en - ment. Was that the end of my magical manders, six Officers and 14 Mem- try, from high schools in small, rural trance room on the ground floor then day, you ask? Oh, no. I was walking bers of the Order of Merit of the towns and reserves to large urban into a sort of reception room that went around, humming along with the band Police Forces. The Order was created cities. The students were chosen based into the gardens. To use the term gar- (then playing Georgie Girl)when an by The Queen in 2000 in order to on their demonstration of communi- dens, however, would be an understate- equerry approached me and asked me, recognize “conspicuous merit and ty involvement, their leadership qual- ment since they covered the area of a out of the blue, if I wanted to meet exceptional service” amongst Cana- ities, a passion for one or more com- large park. Coming out of the Palace Princess Alexandra. Did I? Oh, yes. So, dian police. munity activities and their reasons for into the gardens, there was a huge tea he took down my name and details and attending the forum. LONDON, May 22 – The Daily Tele- tent on the left (for regular invitees) what not and I waited for a few minutes The goal of the forum was to hear graph reported that Princess Michael and two smaller ones on the right until the Princess (for those who don’t what today’s youth has to say about of Kent had expressed to its reporter (Royal and diplomatic). There were know, the Queen’s cousin and quite a building and encouraging community he bitterness over media treatment also two military bands playing, oddly hard worker)came over and we had a involvement in their hometowns. of Prince Michael and her son Fred- enough show tunes. In my opinion, too chat about Canada and Birmingham They spoke with the Governor Gener - erick, who it had been widely much Les Miz, too little Oliver but I’m and so on. Delightful! I also saw the al and His Excellency John Ralston reported, had held a raucous party at not complaining. I wandered around Duke of Edinburgh (Prince Philip) and Saul about what community means to Kensington Palace amidst the Lying for about 20 minutes until they started the Duke of Kent (Princess Alexandra’s them, sharing their own experiences in State of The Queen Mother. In serving tea. And boy did they serve tea. brother and the Queen’s cousin). Prince about the contributions they have fact, said the Princess, Lord Freder- Cakes, sandwiches, fruit cake, ice Andrew was supposedly there but I already made in their communities, ick had canceled a previously-sched- cream, lemonade. It was rather hot for didn’t see him and I did try. While the identifying challenges they have faced uled party out of respect for Queen tea but I had some anyway, just to say I Royal Family was having tea in the and exchanging ideas for solutions to Elizabeth and instead invited a few did. As I was finishing my second cup, I Royal Tent I strolled around the getting more young people involved. friends for a spaghetti dinner. noticed that people were forming a sort grounds, smelling roses and listening in of lane in the middle of the garden. to other people’s conversations. I lined In a panel discussion with CBC Being keen, I decided to join it since I up again to see the Queen leave and I Radio’s Anthony Germain, some of thought (correctly) that the Queen joined in a hearty ‘hurray’ to see her off. the forum delegates presented their would eventually pass that way. I had to I also stole a teaspoon from the tea tent own stories, which were heard on The push several vicars and pensioners out as a souvenir. Don’t tell anyone. I left House. Vanessa Reid of Montreal’s E-Mail of the way, but I got to the Santropol Roulant was invited to Addresses front in the end. The Queen speak about the unique intergenera- and the Duke of Edinburgh tional approach that her organization Requested! were scheduled to arrive at takes in providing community service. 4pm so I stood in a hot and On the last day of the forum, the The Dominion Chairman com- testy line for about half and Ballroom at Rideau Hall became the municates regularly with nearly hour. I did have a chat with location of a Town Hall discussion 1400 Mon archist League members one of the Queen’s equerries among delegates, led by the Governor whose e-mail addresses are on file. (in charge of keeping the lanes General and John Ralston Saul. The How ever, there must be many more under control). He told me delegates reviewed some of the key members who possess e-mail access, he’d been to Canada in 1965 con cepts that came about at the but whose addresses are unknown and enjoyed it no end. He even forum, and how they could be applied to Mr. Aimers. This is an effective had a hot dog in Montreal. We to communities throughout Canada. way to provide Monarchists with shared a nervous laugh. At 4, that mag- the way I came, through the large room The hour-and-a-half discussion was breaking news, requests for action as ical hour, the band suddenly started leading into the entrance room, broadcast live on CBC Newsworld. in the Manley attack on the Crown playing the (British) National Anthem, through the quad, then out the front The Governor General will build on and advance or updated informa- and the Queen and the Duke appeared gates. I had my photograph taken (for the Forum discussions by involving tion on League events. As well, only at the top of the garden steps. Slowly, 20 pounds, rip off. Cameras aren’t delegates in the organization of activ- League e-mail addresses will be able she made her way down the laneway, allowed in the Palace) so I expect to see ities and roundtables in their commu- to chat with their fellow Mon - stopping to talk to members of the myself wearing a top hat and dopey nities which coincide with the Gover - archists on the League’s Bulletin diplo matic corps who were standing in smile on 8"x10" glossies soon. I will nor General’s regional visits. The Board, recently launched. the middle of the laneway waiting to be autograph them and give them out as forum was part of the yearlong cele- presented. I did see the Queen and, to Christmas gifts. If I had been hit by a brations marking the 50th anniver- IF WE DON’T HAVE YOUR my delight, HM asked my section of car the minute I left the palace I would sary of the appointment of the first E-MAIL ADDRESS, PLEASE SEND the lane if we were having a nice time. have died a happy death and would Canadian Governor General, the IT TO THE DOMINION We all told her we were, God bless her. have been able to delight God with the Right Honourable Vincent Massey. CHAIRMAN: Her Majesty is very small and tiny even story I just told you. Courtesy Rideau Hall [email protected]

Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 – 19 From Parliament Hill BLOC JOINS IN JUBILEE GREETINGS TO QUEEN – HOUSE SINGS ROYAL ANTHEM “QUEEN ELIZABETH HAS ALWAYS BEEN THERE” – MacKay BLOC FORCES DIVISION ON QUEEN MOTHER CONDOLENCE MOTION REYNOLDS QUESTIONS COMMITTEE RE ROYAL ASSENT BILL

Extracts from Hansard Majesty has been present for many of our of personal bereavement which, we say the Queen Mother. As Maureen walked defining moments and has championed with all possible respect and duty, makes her to her car, the Queen Mother touch- Accession Day, our most cherished Canadian values... Your Majesty’s sorrow our own. ed her arm and said “I always tell my Wednesday, February 6, 2002 We pray that the God of consolation grandchildren that they must be them- Hon Ralph Goodale, Leader of The may comfort Your Majesty and the mem- selves and do what they believe is best in Rob Anders (CA – Calgary West) Government in the House of Commons bers of the Royal Family in your bereave- life. Just be yourself”. Then she said Today Canada and the entire Com - ...Hon. members will know that this ment, and that Your Majesty may long be “Don’t let them get you down, Ms. monwealth will be celebrating the 50th must be a bittersweet day for Her Majesty spared to continue the eminent public McTeer”. anniversary of the ascent to the Throne Queen Elizabeth II, the Queen of services of your great predecessors. The Queen Mother was a powerful and of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II... Canada... Her Majesty is the 40th Mon- That the said Address be engrossed; courageous symbol. She was a wonderful Throughout her reign Her Majesty has arch of her line, going back to William and and sensitive person. We extend to the demonstrated the dignity and grace that the Conqueror. Only four of her prede- That a Message be sent to the Senate Royal Family our most sincere sympa- the Monarchy represents for Canadians. cessors reigned longer that she now has. informing their Honours that this House thies and our prayers during this time of She stands for the peace, order and good We look forward to many more happy has passed the said Address and request- sadness. government that many cherish, and as a years of her reign. ing their Honours to unite with this The amendment failed 19-144 and the strength for our nation. The stability House therein. Main Motion passed 145-19 in what must which the Monarchy brings... is an effec- Bill Blaikie (NDP-Winnipeg-Transcona) Mr. Speaker, the life of Her Majesty be the first occasion in Canadian Parlia - tive safeguard and a welcome tradition. ...on behalf of the NDP caucus, best Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, mentary history on which such a matter We pay tribute to a great Sovereign. May wishes to Her Majesty... She has presided spanned the entire 20th century, a cen - has been the subject of a recorded vote. her reign continue for many years to over the Commonwealth with great dig- tury of immense upheaval and great come. God Save the Queen. (Whereupon nity, enjoys much affection from Can- change. That entire time, the Queen A Tribute to The Queen Mother – Members rose and sang God Save The adians and symbolizes for many the mer- Mother has been a symbol of courage, Queen) April 12, 2002 its of a constitutional monarchy in which stability and dignity, and of constant Julian Reed (L – Halton) the head of state, or in Canada’s case, her devotion to her loyal subjects. Not only ...One of the greatest satisfactions of Peter Goldring representative, is separate and apart from did she live through so much of our my early life was to earn the title ‘Queen’s (CA – Edmonton Centre-East) the ongoing political struggles of the day. modern history, she was also a key figure Scout’ the highest earned award in Scout- …today we honour our Queen of 50 in it... The Canadian crown has lost a ing. It meant that I was ready to serve my years. Royal has shaped our rich heritage, part of itself and the Canadian family Peter MacKay Queen and country. Her steadfast com- our present culture and will continue to now mourns one of our own. Canadians (PC – Pictou-Antigonish-Guysborough) mitment to public duty had remained guide our future... Today we wish our are deeply saddened by the loss of Her ...In my lifetime, and for a majority of with me during my years in public life. gracious Queen a long reign, that the Majesty. In an ever changing world, she Canadians, we have known only one per- The power of singing at services in her Royal Family be well and that the was truly a symbol of enduring strength son as our sovereign. Queen Elizabeth honour was a fitting tribute to her Princess Pat’s and all who serve Canada, and stability and service to humankind. has always been there. There has been strength and dignity, and we will always Godspeed. We shall miss her. constitutional stability and we have hold The Queen Mother in a special Ms. Francine Lalonde: Mr. Speaker, I grown up in a peaceable kingdom. Too place in our hearts and memories. Michel Guimond (Bloc Quebecois – often we take things for granted or be - wanted to read it at the beginning, out of Beauport-Montmorency-Cote de cause they are familiar. We fail to notice respect for this assembly, so that my Beaupre-Ile d’Orleans) them... She has remained faithful to us in speech would be understood. My motion The Royal Assent Bill ...The Bloc Quebecois would therefore her duty and we thank her. is: like to take this opportunity to salute The From Proceedings of the Standing That the motion be amended by Committee of the House of Queen and Prince Philip, who are today The House Remembers The Queen replacing everything after the words “the celebrating the Golden Jubilee of her following words ” by the following: Commons on Procedure and House Mother: Bloc Proposes Amendment Affairs – May 9, 2002 accession to the Throne... The respect to Condolence Motion – April 9, “We, the House of Commons of Can- and sometimes profound attachment felt 2002 ada, in Parliament assembled, wish to Mr. John Reynolds (West Vancouver- by certain Canadians to the Crown is extend to Her our condolences on the Sunshine Coast, Canadian Alliance): owed recognition. Other peoples and The Speaker: Order, please. As today is a death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, I won’t hold up very long. I really have other individuals throughout the world day of national mourning, I would ask the Queen Mother, who, with her hus- just one question. The summary prepar- have attachments as well to the British that hon. members rise for a minute of band, King George VI, was able to rally ed by our researcher points out that Crown and to the Monarch. To all hose silence in honour of Her Majesty Queen the British nation, particularly during many details are still missing in the bill. for whom this event holds significance, Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. the dark days of World War II.”. For example, it’s unknown whether rep- the Bloc Quebecois wishes a joyous cele- [Editor’s Note: The House stood in silence] Right Hon. Joe Clark (Calgary Centre, resentatives of the government and the bration. Hon. Sheila Copps (for the Prime Minis - PC/DR): opposition in both the Senate and the ter) moved: If the House may allow one personal House could be in attendance when the Jason Kenny (CA – Calgary Southeast) That a humble Address be presented to recollection, in May 1979 one of those bill is presented to the Governor General, “We as members of this place will Her Majesty the Queen in the following rare and extraordinary events occurred and whether the ceremony would be in come and go depending on the political words: in Canada. A general election actually public. There are also suggestions that fashions of the day. But the Crown goes TO THE QUEEN’S MOST EXCELLENT changed the Government of Canada. The the Prime Minister could be in atten- on as the ultimate symbol of order and MAJESTY: Queen Mother had an event in Halifax to dance. We want to know about holding continuity in our constitutional monar- MOST GRACIOUS SOVEREIGN: which invitations had been issued well these ceremonies outside of Ottawa and chy. Queen Elizabeth’s 50 years of selfless We, Your Majesty’s dutiful and loyal before election day. To say that the invita- inviting school children to attend, or service has personified our Crown with subjects, the Commons of Canada, in tion list did not reflect the election result things like that. That’s being considered. dignity and grace. Long may she reign. Parliament assembled, approach Your would be to understate the case. Are any of the details worked out, or are God save the Queen. Vive la reine. Majesty with the expression of our deep My spouse, Maureen McTeer, attended they still all up in the air? Who will and heartfelt sorrow at the demise of Her the Queen Mother’s reception and events decide those things once the bill is Judy Sgro (L-York West) Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen on my behalf. That was a time when passed? ...It was 50 years ago today that Mother. Maureen McTeer’s own use of her own Mr. Ron Wall (Director, Parliamentary Princess Elizabeth became Queen of We mourn the loss of Her Majesty name was not universally approved. Operations, Legislation and House Canada, and a relationship with our whose kindness, graciousness and influ- Several of the guests at the luncheon, Planning, Privy Council Office): The country that was already close and per- ence for good over so many years won coming from both another party and government has had informal discus- sonal became one of personal devotion; the love, respect and admiration of us all, another time, delighted in referring to sions with the Table, in the House and in it is a relationship that continues... Her and there has come to each of us a sense Maureen consistently as Mrs. Clark. Not the Senate, and with the Governor Gen-

20 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 er al’s office about this. The attendance mittee that every effort would be made to would be subject to the importance of encourage the attendance of ministers, the bill, if there were a written procedure including the Prime Minister, the Gover- A MEMBER’S MEMORY – ceremony. The bill provides for atten- nor General, and members of Parlia- dance by members of the House and of ment. By having longer-term planning HOW I RECEIVED ROYAL CLEMENCY the Senate. for traditional ceremonies, we would be The details of the ceremony would be able to promote that. by Capt (N) Peter Traves, retd. subject to the importance of the bill, the Mr. John Reynolds: My only point is it Peter and Lucy Traves are the League’s Contacts interests of Parliament, of the govern- would be a very good idea, if you had a in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley ment, and of the Governor General. If a bill that had significance in Saskat - written procedure ceremony were to be chewan, British Columbia, or Atlantic When Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh visited Canada in desired, it’s certainly possible; at the same Canada, that you might want to do it 1951, I was a very new Midshipman serving in the cruiser, HMCS Ontario. time, if a bill were of great significance, there, just to bring Parliament a little We had sailed from Esquimalt, BC to escort the Princess and the Duke from the case was made in the Senate that it closer to the people. As long as it’s being Charlottetown to St. Johns, Newfoundland via Sydney, NS. The night before would probably be an opportunity for done in a way that’s equitable – not just the Princess arrived in Charlottetown the Midshipmen had been at a dance the usual traditional ceremony to be the Prime Minister or the Governor Gen - at the Yacht Club. As we came back on board the Officer of the Watch used. eral going off to do a political show, but informed us that our leave was stopped for a month by the Captain. On The Prime Minister’s attendance was members from all parties being there to enquiring as to what we had done to receive such a terrible punishment we raised at the committee stage in the see a bill passed – I think it would be very were told that it was because we were seen necking on the dance floor !! The Senate, as was the participation of the good. Captain’s definition of necking was dancing cheek to cheek ! Governor General, and the leader of the The Chair: Can I ask, is that possible? I was appointed the Duke’s “Doggie”. My duties were to stand on guard government in the House and in the A voice: Yes. outside the cabin and run any messages the Duke or the Princess required. As Senate made undertakings to the com- The Chair: Yes? That’s good; thank you. I stood there my best friend Midshipman Campbell came up to me and whis-

REPRINTED WITHOUT COMMENT “It’s not the holder of the office who is political stability, democracy, and a significant, but the office itself. The legal system that is second to none. As worse thing that any Lieutenant Gover - an example to the world, you could do nor can do is to identify personally a lot worse... I don’t really see much with the honours and respect that are wrong with keeping the Monarchy accorded the office. This is no place for around. It’s a bit like your aunt’s fine self-aggrandizement or private hobby- china; it’s on display in a glass case horses. In fact, despite its historic roots whenever you want to look at it, but it’s and symbolic importance, this is a frag- rarely, if ever, used. And fine china is ile institution, constantly threatened by kind of nice to have in a world where misunderstanding, outdatedness, or more and more stuff is plastic and mock ery. But preserving it does not disposable, where we don’t re member mean pickling it. On the contrary, the where we came from, where tradition is best way to maintain the authority and a word one rarely hears any more... So dignity of the office is to keep it re - let’s mark tomorrow’s Golden Jubilee sponsive and relevant.” Speech to the with pomp and circumstance. The Canadian Club of Toronto by Hon monarchy may be a curious spectacle Hilary M. Weston, Dec. 10, 2001 in this day and age. But it’s a part of us.” Peter Hadekel, writing in The Gazette, “Your Honour, you have ennobled the Montreal, Feb 5, 2002 office you held. You have raised it in public esteem... Through your warmth, “In good years and bad, Elizabeth has your caring, your drive, you have serv - been a symbol of unity and an exem- The author aboard ship circa 1951 ed us with honour and distinction. plar of duty... She commands our pered “had I heard of Royal clemency”? I said “No”. He explained that the Quite simply, you’ve helped to make respect, and deserves our good wishes. King could get you off hanging through Royal clemency and that perhaps the our province a better place to live.” God Save the Queen of Canada.” Princess could get us off “stoppage of leave”. I said “don’t be crazy !”. Off he Dalton McGuinty, Leader of the Opposi - Editorial in Toronto Star, Accession Day went but he arrived back about 20 minutes later and walked right by me and tion, in Legislative Assembly of Ontario, 2002 up to the Princess and the Duke who were sitting on the sofa and said, Dec. 12, 2001 “Despite the sometimes roller-coaster “Ma’am, Your Royal Highness, I would like to request Royal clemency for 9 “This year, 2002, is The Queen’s Gold - ride that goes along with being a mem- midshipmen who are under stoppage of leave for necking in Charlottetown.” en Jubilee Year and the 50th anni - ber of the Royal Family, Queen Eliza- The Princess looked somewhat taken aback and turned to the Duke who said versary of Canadian Governors Gen er - beth II has risen above the murky. She “Snotty, if Royal clemency were granted to the Midshipman it would have to al. We are fortunate to live in a consti- has maintained an image that is ever be granted to all the officers and men under punishment in HMCS Ontario. tutional monarchy which has worked looking to the future with hope and Go away and we will think about it”. for us throughout our history as a promise. Editorial in Fredericton Daily The next day over the ship’s broadcast system it was announced that the democratic country.” New Year’s Mess - Gleaner, Feb 8, 2002 Princess in the name of the King was pleased to grant Royal clemency to all age from The Governor General of “Sharing The Queen with other Officers and men under punishment in HMCS Ontario. A cheer went up Canada, The Rt Hon Adrienne Clarkson Commonwealth members is a mark of through the ship at this good news. “In a 21st-century, postmodern, multi- maturity, not emotional or political On another occasion the Princess and the Duke toured the ship visiting cultural, immigrant nation with float- underdevelopment. It would be more the Chief and Petty Officers and men’s messes. The Princess was at the head ing global citizens and melted borders, logical to invite the United States to of the touring party with the Duke behind. As the tour was ending the Duke having super-celebrity Elizabeth II as join the Commonwealth than to fur- was passing the Wardroom and said he would like to try a Canadian beer. So the head of state is funky. Charles as ther Americanize our system of gov- in he went. The Princess in the meantime proceeded on to the Quarterdeck head of state with be funkier, more ernment.” Hereward Senior, Professor of which had no cover, and there was a light drizzle. She stood at the hatch going cool... The Canadian monarchy irri- History, McGill University and former down to her cabin waiting for the Duke. In the meantime the Duke told me tates the political, academic and jour- Chairman, Montreal Branch, Monarch - to take a message to the Princess that he had been unavoidably detained. I nalistic elites. Good. If ever a country ist League of Canada, Letter to the marched off and as I approached the Princess she knew I had a message from was overwhelmed by tedious... elites in Editor, Montreal Gazette, Feb 13, 2002 the Duke, and she had a very icy look in her eye. I gave her the message, and need of irritation, it’s this one... In a “I’ve just come back from meeting she stared at me and stamped her foot and said, “Isn’t that just like a man” world ruled by widget-sellers and the Canadian Finance Minister, Paul and rapidly descended to her cabin. moneychangers, Canada has a head of Martin, who says that they’ll be keep- The next day Lt. Cdr. Parker, RN, ADC to the Princess stepped from her state from the realms of fairy tales and ing The Queen on their dollars, what- cabin and said “Here is a history-making message.” It read: imagination. Lucky us... Elizabeth rules ever we do.” Richard Balfe, MEP, in ref- From Her Royal Highness Princess Elizabeth: His Majesty the King has been OK.” Michael Valpy, writing in the Globe erence to Britain’s possible adoption of graciously pleased that I should signal his Royal Canadian Navy “SPLICE THE and Mail, Feb. 2, 2002 the Euro and the likely subsequent dis - MAIN BRACE” “...[The Queen] represents a Common - appearance of The Queen’s image from Which of course meant a double tot of rum for all on board. Nor sur- wealth of nations, a group of countries, much of the currency, quoted in Daily prisingly the ship’s company gave the Royal couple three rousing cheers as that with the odd exceptions like Telegraph “Peterborough” column, Feb they left the ship to return to the UK via the Empress of Scotland. Zimbabwe, has shared remarkable 26, 2002

Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 – 21 GOVERNOR GENERAL HONOURS GOLDEN JUBILEE ATTENDS SERVICE, MONARCHIST LEAGUE RECEPTION ON ACCESSION SUNDAY

The Dominion Chairman greets Her Excellency at St James’ Cathedral Rt Hon John Turner gave the Address at Cathedral Service The Governor General reads The Second Lesson unday February 3rd brought Their Excellencies Lesson; and the address was given by former Prime The Governor General & John Ralston Saul to Minister John Turner. SToronto for the traditional Accession Evensong at At the post-service Reception, attended by League St James’ Cathedral, followed by a Re cep tion tendered by members and representatives of many Loyal Societies, the Monarchist League of Canada across King Street at Mme Clarkson extempore spoke warmly of The Queen the Albany Club. and of the special nature of the Golden Jubilee year. In The Choral Evensong was made special in this Golden reply, Mr Aimers paid a warm tribute to the work of The Jubilee year by a pack ed Cathedral, with the hearty con- Queen’s Representative, expressing Monarchists’ delight gregational singing and choral music augmented by a at the first visit to the League by a Governor General in brass quartet. The Dom inion Chairman of the Office. Their Excellencies then spent about 40 minutes Monarchist League, John Aimers, read the First Lesson, meeting and conversing with nearly every one of the while Her Excellency Mme Clarkson read the Second some-300 guests. John Aimers reads the First Lesson

AIMERS’ REMARKS EXTOL GOVERNOR GENERAL There is so much to thank you for, so many continental influences of trade Your Excellency. You have been a won- and common borders and common cur- derful friend to the Crown and to the rency and common defence, those things League – and we all think the world of that, surmounted by the Crown, identify you. You personally helped to bring and celebrate and distinguish our about the issuance of The Queen nation hood. And in no area has that been Mother’s 100th birthday stamp; the vice- more evident than in your and His regal Lion is restored to its traditional Excellency’s sharing with us your passion strength, friendly and protective; you for and knowledge of Canada as a North - have been clear as to the dignity and effi- ern Land, and your concern for the First cacy of your role as The Queen’s Repre - Nations with whom we share its space. sentative following as you do 50 years of One of your eminent predecessors, distinguished Canadian Governors Gen - Your Excellency, was Lord Tweedsmuir, eral; and you have blazed fresh trails better remembered perhaps as the novel- from re-energized State Visits, to jour- ist John Buchan. Though not a Can- neys of compassion and concern such as adian, he loved and understood this The Dean of Toronto shows Their Excellencies to their places you made to Labrador, to cross-country country no less deeply than you. In one Levys – all making the Office of Gover - of his semi-autobiographical Leithen nor General more visible, more potent, novels, Sickheart River, Buchan encoun- more inclusive, more dynamic. ters death and yet redemption in the One of the many reasons Canadians Western Arctic lands, reflecting Can- hold you and your Office in such re new - adians’ struggle to understand our place ed and deep esteem, Your Excellency, is amidst what he called “the cold infernal your recalling to us, amidst discussion of north.” He writes that “here in the north

Their Excellencies walk across King Street to the Monarchist League Reception

Former Toronto Chairman Rosemary Impassioned words of loyalty Campbell with His Excellency on Accession Sunday The Dominion Chairman’s Tribute

22 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 Mme Clarkson meets MPP Dominic Agostino (L-Hamilton) John Geiger, loyal editorial writer for National Post, Her Excellency greets her former Herald, as Ottawa Chairman Rafal Heydel-Mankoo observes is presented to Mme Clarkson Darrel Kennedy of Guelph

Cambridge student Leith Coghlin shares a word with Mme Clarkson The Governor General of Canada speaks to a throng of loyal monarchists

Some young monarchists with their Governor General Their Excellencies greet Toronto Branch Chairman Richard Fiennes-Clinton as Trust Chairman Kirk Howard looks on life had always been on sufferance, its pale slender shoots fighting a hard battle against the Elder Ice.” And in “the great solitude,” his survivor reflects, “I have made my peace with the North, faced up to it... and so won its blessing...” I mentioned Your Excellencies’ having blazed fresh trails for your Office. In the coming year, we are invited by you to physically walk with you through many parts of the land. You thus help us under- stand the land, make our peace with it, and never run away from its challenges be they steep peaks of aspiration, or cur- rents of misunderstanding or rock- A Vice-Regal greeting... and joke.... strewn valleys of dissension and intoler- National & Vice-Regal Flags ance. flank Mme Clarkson In the same spirit I want to assure you that your friends here in this room, and all members of this organization, will continue to walk with you in spirit, to rebuke the sensational elements in the media who try to create political contro- versy and constitutional crisis where none exist, to share with fellow Can- adians the rational case for loyalty to this oldest of our Institutions and to contin- ue to feel only the greatest of admiration and may I say affection for yourself and His Excellency, as you both lead and in - spire and walk with us on our collective journey through this ancient land to- wards that river “the streams whereof The Dominion Chairman takes leave make glad the city of God.” Time to leave... of Their Excellencies

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Prince Michael greets Fred Weston, husband and assistant to Dominion Secretary Winifred Weston after Mass at St Thomas’s Robert Oldham, flanked by sons Aubery and Allan, share a few Church, Toronto words with HRH after Church A word with a loyal soldier at the Mewburn Veterans Centre, Ed - continued from page 1 monton. Looking on is ADC and League member Cap Troy Steele mon wealth Chairman and a noon- time business speeches to the Can - adian and Empire Clubs in Toronto (with a chance to promote The Queen’s Jubilee Baton Relay as the symbol of the Commonwealth Games cris-crossed Canada) and a similar audience in Vancouver; to a Civic Visit to Oakville, Ontario; an address to the Alberta Legislature; a Jubilee Review of over 700 Cadets in The Lieutenant Governor and His Honour Calgary; and Monarchist League Mr Freeman with Scott Burke, Halifax Golden Jubilee Banquets and awards Chairman, at Government House Dinner presentations in three cities. for Prince Michael HRH thanks his volunteer chauffeur in Toronto, William, son of Calgary Cadet Parade organizer Dick League member David Hamilton Westbury presents Hon Life Membership in the Royal Alberta United Services Institute to Prince Michael

A measure of the respect accorded Prince Michael was made clear as in addition to his being in residence at Government House while in Victoria and Halifax, he also shared events with the Lieutenant Governor of each province visited. Thus a Luncheon at Queen’s Park was ten- Farewell to Canada: The Prince and Scott dered by Ontario’s newly-installed Burke with volunteer drivers Des Burke James Bartleman; in Alberta Prince Prince Michael with Victoria Branch and Nigel Service continued on page 26 Chairman Bruce Hallsor Fr David Newlands, who celebrated Mass attended by HRH

A patient Prince – HRH posed with each of the several dozen Cadet units on parade in Calgary, and is wearing his Canadian A Treasure of St Thomas’s Church behind the Prince – with artist uniform as Colonel-in-Chief of the Essex & Kent Scottish Some of the 750 Cadets on parade at the Golden Jubilee Cadet and League member Dr Suan-See Foo (l) and benefactor Fr Brian Regiment Review, Calgary Freeland (r)

The Prince en route to the SALTS training ship, outside Victoria Harbour, accompanied by Branch Chairman Bruce Hallsor (c) and Monarchist League and SALTS Board member Bill Wolferstan (r) HRH addresses the Alberta Legislature

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PRINCE MICHAEL SPEAKS TO CANADIANS Extracts from His Royal Highness’ From Speech to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, shield depicting a golden sun of promise rising over addresses across Canada Edmonton, March 18 this most beau tiful province set between the high The distinct evolution of the Canadian Crown Rockies and the boundless Pacific, in language re - From Address to the Monarchist League of Canada points to the capacity of the constitutional monarchy flecting both nature’s glories and the pride of a free Golden Jubilee Banquet, Toronto, March 15 to be a system of government that is infinitely adapt- people: “splendor sine occasu – splendour without Tennyson wrote of how in the path of duty lay the able. In this federal system, the Crown is actually an diminishment.” Such, I am sure, is your hope for way to glory. Her Majesty has never sought any glory eleven-fold diadem, assuring the provinces that they British Columbia. It is most certainly my fond wish for herself: but in her unstinting round of duty and are as fully sovereign in their areas of jurisdiction as and expectation. self-sacrifice she has achieved the love of her peoples is the national government in its own compass of and the respect of countless millions around the responsibility. world. By her commitment to the Commonwealth, The Golden Jubilee, then, is not only a time to pay by her up holding of basic Christian values shared by tribute to The Queen to whom you and I are proud humans of all backgrounds and religions, by her to give our allegiance. It also being herself in all seasons and circumstances, The offers an opportunity for Queen has become a part of our lives... everyone to learn more In a world often focused on self-indulgence, on about the way nation and “my” desires and “my” priorities and “my” agenda, province are governed, and The Queen’s focus on the “we” and the “us” and on so to bolster patriotic senti- tolerance and getting along with each other, and on ment with a grounded the needs and interests of others, has served as anti- knowledge of the basis of dote, example and inspiration. Canadian parliamentary And that is why, ladies and gentlemen, from the democracy, institutions and uplands of Papua New Guinea to the jungles of symbols. Belize; from Stewart Island in New Zealand to the With identity rooted in beaches of Jamaica; and most certainly from those knowledge, and heartened living within the sound of Big Ben’s chimes to the by the beauty of mountains, prairie farms, huts of the tundra and teeming cities of prairies and lakes, “Fortis et this Dom inion; in countless tongues, from peoples of liber” – strong and free, as many different complexions and faiths and back- the Alberta motto reads, grounds; and from hearts full of respect and grati- will surely continue to be tude and deep affection, a common cry will echo and the proud and true boast of a common toast be raised in this year of Golden this energetic and loyal A Gentleman Prince: His Royal Highness and her Aide-de-Camp assist The Lieutenant Jubilee: God Save The Queen ! Province. Governor of Alberta down the Legislature steps after the Prince had addressed the Assembly From Address to the Essex & Kent Scottish Regiment, From Speech to the Monarchist League of Canada From Reply to the Remarks of The Lieutenant Windsor, March 16 Golden Jubilee Luncheon, Victoria, March 20 Governor, Government House, Halifax, March 22 The soldiers of this community fought with valour I am very glad to return to the Maple Kingdom, Who better than Charles Dickens to remind us that during World War II. A good number of those initial this great northern land of broad skies and unlimited – amidst all “the changes and chances of this earthly recruits saw service at Dieppe, and were numbered opportunity, a nation of gathered peoples who have life,” human character and human foibles remain among the lost, captured, wounded or killed during achiev ed a remarkable unity, and so, have lived to - constant; and that a sense of humour can carry us a that raid whose fearful cost nonetheless taught us gether and prospered; a country which today is seen long way towards preserving our equanimity amidst valuable lessons about the conduct of future opera- around the world as a model of toleration, inclusive- constant change. tions leading up to the Liberation of Europe. The ness and democratic freedoms. Writing on January 20th, 1842, while en route to memory of the brave who died at Dieppe is perpetu- We do well to recall, in this year of Jubilee, that Boston, Dickens slipped off his ship at Halifax, and by ated at the Memorial not far distant from where we from her first days, Canada’s history has been inextri- chance found himself at Province House, where a are today, where it was my privilege to lay a wreath cably linked to the Crown, under which it has flour- new Session of the Nova Scotia Legislature was open- earlier this afternoon. ished. The earliest European explorers and settlers ing. He described the scene thus: Semper Paratus – always ready – is our Regimental were colonists whose enterprises were often chartered “It happened to be the opening of the Legislative motto. This is no idle boast. For today as in times by the Kings and Queens of France and Britain. On Council and General Assembly, at which ceremonial the past, the Regiment continues to exist within, and to these shores and fields they met the native peoples, forms observed on the commencement of a new Session support and reflect the nature of the communities of with their own varying experience of tribal chieftains. of Parliament in England were so closely copied, and so Southwestern Ontario. You who are its past and pres- Together with immigrants who subsequently arrived gravely presented on a small scale, that it was like ent serving members are very much aware of the her- from many lands across the globe, they built a coun- looking at West minster through the wrong end of a itage and sacrifices of those who have gone before, try “strong and free,” and they affirmed the desire telescope. The Governor, as her Majesty’s representa- just as its citizen soldiers represent our communities expressed by Sir John A MacDonald to Queen Vic - tive, delivered what may be called the Speech from the with a pride that always stands ready to serve, one toria, the Mother of Confed eration, “to live under the Throne. He said what he had to say manfully and well. which characterizes our individual and collective sovereignty of Your Majesty and your family for ever.” The military band outside the building struck up “God responses to the new challenges that always lie ahead. Save the Queen” with great vigour before his Excellency Some of the spirit of willingness to meet those From Reply to the Lieutenant Governor’s Remarks at had quite finished; the people shouted; the in’s rubbed challenges expresses itself in the geography of this Government House, Victoria, March 20 their hands; the out’s shook their heads; the Govern - rugged northern land of Canada; much is reflected in The Governor General, for the entire country, and ment party said there never was such a good speech; its military traditions of which I have been speaking; Your Honour and your colleague Lieutenant Gover - the opposition declared there never was such a bad one; and of course that same good spirit resonates in its nors, in each province, form a garland of respected the Speaker and members of the House of Assembly civilian population as the country celebrates its 135th authority, dedicated service and communitarian withdrew from the bar to say a great deal among them- anniversary of Confederation this July 1st. Both sol- encouragement which grace and support the Maple selves and do a little: and, in short, everything went on, diers and civilians alike have been loyal to the Throne Crown; a human element in a political world which and promised to go on, just as it does at home upon the – for even before Confederation, Canada’s history has often seems frighteningly complex and distant; a rec- like occasions.” been inextricably linked to the Crown, under which it onciling force in a climate of strident partisanship; an Your Honour, may you always say what you have to has flourished. Thus I am especially happy to be trav- unselfish element in a society where the ego and the say “manfully and well;” may the Government and eling across the Dominion during the year of The importance of the “I” and the “me” frequently appear Opposition ever freely debate; may the bands ever Golden Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen. to drown out the “we” and the “our” and those shared strike up the Royal Anthem – hopefully without The Queen exemplifies service to others. My Regi - values the importance of which in reality so out- inter rupting you! and long may everything go on, ment serves Queen and nation. And so it is that I look weighs the things about which we may disagree... and promise to go on, with the fierce pride and loyal- forward to being of service to you through my assoc- ...that allegiance expressed of old, thriving today ty characteristic of this remarkable Province of Nova iation with this distinguished Regiment and its and guarantor for the future of a free and independ- Scotia, to which I will most certainly “ever heave a extended Regimental Family for many, many years to ent and distinct populace, leads me to the motto of sigh and a wish” to return. come. your Coat of Arms. Its words are surmounted by its

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continued from page 24 Michael dined with Lois Hole one even - ing as guests of The Monarchist League of Canada and participated with Her Honour the next day in a RLSS Awards Ceremony at Govern ment House; in British Columbia Iona Campagnola held a dinner for HRH and joined him in a Scouts Canada Investiture; while in Halifax Her Honour Mrs Freeman Built by the Duke of Kent 1803, the restored attended all but one of the Prince’s pub- Round Church of St George, Halifax receives its A relaxing evening with Prince Michael – Alice Sanders with John Aimers (r); HRH’s Private lic engagements as well as hosting a din- latest Royal visitor Secretary Nicholas Chance, host Alex Paton, BC Lt-Gov Private Secretary Herb LeRoy (l) ner, at which the Premier was also pres- als, many of whom are members of the monton together with computer expert to express his thanks to “the countless ent, to welcome him to Nova Scotia. Monarchist League of Canada, included Capt. Troy Steele who served as ADC; individuals behind the scenes who master- The enormous detail associated with Regimental CO LCol Phil Berthiaume in businessmen Sterling Lyon and Grant minded this splendid adventure.” The any Royal Homecoming, as well as much Windsor; Town Clerk Cathie Best and Smith in Vancouver; Monarchist League Prince, joined by Princess Michael, re - of the variety of the Prince’s programme, member Alan Wardle in Oak ville; long- Branch Chair man Bruce Hallsor in Victo- turned to Canada in mid-June when was made possible by the efforts of volun- time Monarchist Richard Westbury in ria; and a second Branch Chairman, Scott Their Royal Highnesses attended the teer coordinators and their committees in Calgary; Legislative Assembly Sergeant- Burke, in Halifax. Queen’s Plate as guests of the Ontario each community visited. These individu- at-Arms Col Brian Hodgson in Ed- His Royal Highness asked Mr Aimers Jockey Club.

A RIGHT ROYAL BANQUET Friday March 15th was an historic day in the life of the Monarchist League of Canada: a member of Canada’s Royal Family, HRH Prince Michael of Kent KCVO, attended the League’s Dominion Golden Jubilee Banquet, held, appropriately, in the Dominion Ballroom at the Sheraton Centre Hotel, Toronto. Over 230 guests attended, greeted by some 24 Young Monarchist volunteers whose unsupervised assistance with tasks from ticket taking to ushering made the event flow most smoothly. After the Dominion Chairman, John Aimers, had entertained special guests in cluding past Provincial HRH with Ont Lieutenant Governor’s Private Secretary Richard The Prince shares a joke with Banquet attendees Neil & Marie Protocol Deputy John Latimer and Halton Hills Mayor Berthelsen (l) and Fr Jacques Monet (c) Fraser Kathy Gastle as well as former Newfoundlander Mary Aaron Campbell, one of the League’s former vice-regal Mills Dunea and presented them to the Prince at a Interns. After the cappuccino mousse had been con- champagne reception in his Suite, the Royal Party then sumed, a phalanx of youth members distributed a pho- proceeded to the Long Bar Room, where Sustaining tographic portrait of The Queen to all guests. This was Patrons and Patrons were gathered, and graciously re- the popular gift of The Hon Sheila Copps, Minister of ceived by Prince Michael. Shortly it was time for Dinner. Canadian Heritage; the lithos had been rolled and suit- The Dominion Chairman escorted His Royal Highness ably beribboned by Seneca College student Rowan into the Dining Room to a Fanfare played by the Concert D’Eath. Band of the Governor Gen eral’s Horse Guards which Introduced by the Dominion Chairman – as “a mem- under the direction of Capt. Frank ber of our Royal Family who is loyal to Merlo also provided music for the his Queen, committed to his work and Anthems and during the meal. After representative of the best of the tradi- the singing of O Canada, Grace was tional and yet ever-progressive institu- offered by League member The Very tion of Monarchy,” and thanked by Aide to the Speaker of Ontario Legislature Alex Roman and wife Tanya with Prince Michael; Uof Guelph student Keith Roy looks Revd Walter Raymond, Dean of Prince Troubetzkoy, His Royal on Quebec. Highness’ ringing tribute to his Royal Seated at the circular head table – Cousin The Queen and to the Maple not raised on the dais so as to allow the Royal Guest Crown was the highlight of the evening, which closed some rare privacy – were, in addition to HRH and John with presentation of League Honours, a personal assess- Aimers, the Dominion Chairman’s sister, Mrs David ment of The Sovereign’s gifts to Canada by John Aimers, Bierk of Peterborough; League Vice-Chairman Arthur and a rousingly-sung four verses of The Royal Anthem. Bousfield; Mayor Gastle; Senator Anne Cools and her Despite HRH’s busy and fatiguing list of engagements, husband Rolf Calhoun; Prince Alexis Trou betz koy; St he then repaired to the Long Bar Room where the Youth George’s Society of Toronto Executive Director Frances Volunteers and other young members had gathered. The Somerville; author and historian Fr Jacques Monet, sj; Prince engaged each of the thrilled young people in and Richard Berthel sen, Private Secretary to the conversation, and then posed very patiently for many Lieutenant Governor of Ontario. During dinner His photographs. Royal High ness had the opportunity, as well, to renew At the conclusion of the evening, all present felt they his acquaintance with London members Jim and Anna had been privileged to share in a most Royal yet essen- A gracious curtsey from Viola The Dean of Quebec offered Rowcliffe, whose daughter had been Nanny to Prince tially relaxed and enjoyable occasion – marking yet Woodford greets the Prince. Grace before the meal was and Princess Michael’s children Gabriella and Frederick. another step in the “coming of age” of The Monarchist Hus band Reginald stands served A generous Toast to the League was offered by Fr League of Canada – and a wonderful centrepiece of right. The Woodfords traveled Monet, and the Loyal Toast was given before dessert by Golden Jubilee Year ! from St John’s for the Banquet.

The Dominion Chairman’s special guests meet Prince Michael Prince Michael chats with young monarchist Borden The Prince and John Aimers with the youth volunteers who made the prior to Toronto Banquet Rhodes Banquet so successful

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MONARCHIST MEMBERS FROM ST JOHN’S TO VICTORIA RECEIVE LEAGUE HONOURS FROM PRINCE MICHAEL

The first visit by a member of The continuing devotion to our work, I ask throughout a career of public service that Royal Family to the Monarchist League Your Royal Highness to present an many suspect is not yet finished, I ask of Canada was made doubly special as Honorary Life Membership to our friend Your Royal Highness to present an His Royal Highness presented Honorary ROSEMARY CAMPBELL, of Toronto. Honorary Life Membership to our friend Life Memberships and Badges of Service ROBERT MORROW, of Hamilton. to long-time League volunteers and emi- THE HONOURABLE nent Monarchist supporters at the ANNE COOLS JOHN WILKES Dominion Golden Jubilee Banquet in Born in Barbados a subject of The A generous supporter of the Mon- Toronto; the Victoria Branch Jubilee Queen, this extraordinary public servant archy, this engineer is respected in his Luncheon and a special ceremony at the Mewata Armoury in Calgary. League Honours were established in sales at his church to benefit the Branch 1980 to mark the organization’s 10th treasury, or a gala cruise to celebrate The Anniversary. They have normally been Queen Mother’s centenary, all he under- presented either by a visiting dignitary takes is done with a positive spirit and a (King Michael of Romania, Countess focus on others rather than himself. Mountbatten of Burma), a Lieutenant Rejoicing at his having overcome a num- Governor or the Dominion Chairman. ber of health issues, and looking forward They are awarded on major Royal An - to many more years of his continuing fel- niversaries and significant anniversaries lowship and service, I ask Your Royal of the League’s Founding. The Dominion Highness to present a Silver Badge of Chairman consults Dominion Officers, founded one of the first shelters for bat- field and sits on disciplinary panels Service to KENT JACKSON, of Toronto. tered women in our country, and served which regulate his profession. Most well past and serving Branch Chairmen and JEAN LEWIS special Friends of the League in deter- a term as a member of the National known as a Heraldist, his contributions mining the recipients. Awards are neither Parole Board before she was summoned to Canadian Heraldry include his bring- This member succeeded as New found - announced nor given in absentia. to the Senate of Canada in 1984. Fre - ing to fruition a heraldic primer to pop- land Chairman an incumbent of more Gold Badges – limited to 10 – are quently in the news and never a particu- ularize and make more accessible this award ed for outstanding service at a lar respecter of “the party line,” her inde- ancient honour from the Crown now Dominion level. These Badges are pendent stance on issues ranging from enjoying great popularity in Canada returned on the death of their holder and divorce laws to the Clarity Act often tests under an indigenous Heraldic Authority in time, presented to new deserving her colleagues’ patience, but brings a established by The Queen. An executive recipients, so forming a fellowship of sharp focus to debates and enhances the member and writer on behalf of our fel- continued dedication and loyalty down reputation of the Senate as a body for low Loyal Society, The Heraldry Society the years. Silver Badges mark outstand- close examination of and considered sec- of Canada, we have come to know him as ing service at a Branch level. Honorary ond thought about legislation. A feisty a man of integrity, good judgement and Life Memberships may recognize public Monarchist, she defends staunchly the enormous capacity. For his decades of prerogatives of the Crown and regularly service to Crown and community, I ask support for the Crown, or honour some than twenty years service. With tact, particular service to the League’s endeav- brings matters of monarchical interest to Your Royal Highness to present an the attention of Parliament. Impassioned Honorary Life Membership to our mem- determination and no small self-sacri- ours. fice, she wrenched the Branch into con- The 2002 Golden Jubilee Honours pre- speaker and devoted Churchwoman, she ber and friend JOHN WILKES, of – and all of us – can look forward to 16 Toronto. formity with Dominion programmes, sented by His Royal Highness Prince organized a number of successful events Michael of Kent, together with the more years’ service in the Senate before she faces compulsory retirement. For her SILVER BADGE OF SERVICE and succeeded in bringing a new and Citations read to mark each honoree’s positive atmosphere and public image service, are as follows: questioning of received wisdom, loyalty JAMES ALLAN of purpose and largeness of heart, I ask For many years a member of the into its undertakings. A devoted church- woman and a talented and creative doll- TORONTO Your Royal Highness to present an Toronto Branch Executive, he has helped Honorary Life Membership to our friend maker, this self-effacing woman has won Presented at League Golden Jubilee SENATOR ANNE COOLS, of Ottawa. the admiration of members throughout Banquet, Sheraton Centre Hotel, Newfoundland. Accordingly, Your Royal Dominion Ballroom – March 15, 2002 ROBERT MORROW Highness, I ask you to present a Silver HONORARY LIFE MEMBERSHIP As six-term Mayor of one of Ontario’s Badge of Service to JEAN LEWIS, of St John’s. ROSEMARY CAMPBELL largest and most diverse cities, this long- Branch Secretary in its tumultuous PAULINE O’CONNOR founding days during the 1970’s, and This extraordinarily devoted member was Chairman of the League’s Hamilton Branch for nearly a decade. During this

the Branch maintain continuity in its programmes throughout changes of leader ship by his steadily volunteering to undertake whatever tasks needed doing. These included carting large packages of time League member lost no opportuni- sales and other supplies to and from the ty to bring to his municipality a con- Branch’s regular meetings. An account- sciousness of Canada’s Crown, and in - ant by profession, he brings an acute subsequently honoured with the League’s deed members of The Royal Family mind and determined spirit to his loyalty Silver Badge of Service, this ardent them selves, most notably those of HRH to the Crown as in all his endeavours. Monarchist has never left the League’s Princess Margaret, HRH The Princess Accordingly, Your Royal Highness, I ask time its membership grew, and the range fold. Twenty years later, amidst a leader- Royal and HRH The Prince of Wales who you to present a Silver Badge of Service of and media publicity given to its imag- ship vacuum, despite existing commit- received one of the most tumultuous to JAMES ALLAN, of Toronto. inative activities steadily increased. Self- ments to Clan Campbell and her busy welcomes of his public life at a packed effacing, she possesses the rare instinctive professional life ranging from bookseller Copps Coliseum in 1996. A rare elected KENT JACKSON touch of natural leadership which en - to ladies companion, she returned to official who both knows and reveres his- Chairman of the League’s Toronto courages others, and senses exactly the service as Branch Chairman and steered tory, he also led public observance of Sir Branch for three years, and Programme right degree of formality and friendliness the Toronto Branch through a very diffi- John A Macdonald’s birthday in the com- Director for a considerable period prior to bring to each occasion. A traveler with cult period with resolution of purpose. A munity. Missed in Hamilton for his well- to taking the chair, this loyal member’s a keen sense of humour, we value her stickler for etiquette, she leavens her known open-door policy as Mayor, this involvement in Branch work continues as ongoing commitment to our cause. So, sense of propriety with a warm heart, a avid Monarchist and dynamic speaker is a respected conciliatory leader, and a Your Royal Highness, I ask you to present generous spirit and witty appraisals of a man of many talents, as he is also a keen counsellor and assistant to the current a Silver Badge of Service to PAULINE everyone she meets. For her lifetime of church organist. For his avid loyalty Chairman. Whether organizing book O’CONNOR, of Hamilton. continued on the next page

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LEAGUE HONOURS... Regina, where Bev presided over the Sales GENE FEDDERLY BILL LEE continued from the previous page Table while Gordon served as Treasurer, An eloquent advocate of the Crown in Wise and understated in approach, then Vice Chairman and Chairman. his media appearances, this Naval Lieu - loyal and resolute in action, this member CALGARY Mov ing to Yellowknife in 1990, they Presented at the Mewata Armoury – helped to welcome Her Majesty and the March 17, 2002 Duke of Edinburgh to their Church in 1994. 1996 brought them to Calgary, LYNNE BELL where they have been pillars of the A Royal writer and free-lancer with revived local Branch, again serving as flare and imagination, this long-time Treasurer and Sales Secretary, respective- ly. Active in their Churches and avid travelers, they have given over 20 years’ important, good humoured and creative service to the League in three different communities, and so I ask Your Royal Highness to present a Silver Badge of Service, jointly, to GORDON AND BEV tenant assumed the Victoria Branch assumed the Chairmanship of the CRANCH, of Calgary. Chairmanship at a difficult point in its League’s Central Vancouver Island life, as it sought for a new identity after a Branch and continued its activities with VICTORIA long incumbency and a period of relative spirit and grace, without which it would inactivity. At once self-effacing and probably have dissolved. Though de- Presented at the Victoria Branch’s Golden Calgary member contributed many arti- superbly conciliatory, he surrounded sirous of retirement, he maintained his Jubilee Banquet – March 20, 2002 cles to Monarchy Canada magazine when himself with a team of capable volun- leadership, thereby reflecting a sustained it was the League’s periodical in the ELAINE CURRIE teers who transformed the Branch into commitment which has brought others 1970’s and 1980’s. The Editors of this A committed member of the Victoria one of the League’s most successful. Not to the cause and maintained the League’s period ical nominated her for recognition Branch for many years, and a member of only holding The Queen’s Commission profile on the fast-growing Sunshine in that era, but the League was never able but also raising a young family, he con- Coast of Vancouver Island. For his cheer- to arrange for a convenient time to pres- tinues to assist the League by coordinat- fulness and self-sacrifice, I ask Your Royal ent the award, which we now ask you to ing its Provincial Golden Jubilee activi- Highness to present a Silver Badge of remedy, Your Royal Highness, by pre- ties. For his dedicated service during Service to BILL LEE, of Qualicum Beach. senting a Silver Badge of Service to many years, I ask your Royal Highness to LYNNE BELL, of Calgary. present a Silver Badge of Service to GORDON and BEV CRANCH GENE FEDDERLY, of Victoria. Avid collectors of Royal material with an entire room of their residence devoted A QUEBEC PERSPECTIVE ON the Executive Committee, this ardent fan THE PRINCE MICHAEL BANQUET of the Royal Family also volunteers as a Dîner d’apparat donné à l’occasion Québec. Un toast fut porté à la reine et tour guide at Government House. Im- des cinquante années de règne de un autre à la Ligue monarchique du aginative in assisting with programme Sa Majesté Élisabeth II, reine du Canada. planning, invariably cheerful, this retired Canada, en présence de son cousin, En fin de dîner, le prince royal a été nurse sets a standard of voluntary service Son Altesse Royale le prince Michel présenté, avec humour, par M. John and energetic activity which inspire oth- de Kent Aimers, et remercié par le prince Alexis ers. For her devoted loyalty and positive Troubetskoï. spirit, I ask Your Royal Highness to pres- Par René le Clère L’allocution de S.A.R. le prince to their memorabilia, this couple first ent a Silver Badge of Service to ELAINE Un dîner d’apparat a été donné, le Michel de Kent, fort appréciée, a été became active in the League’s affairs in CURRIE, of Victoria. vendredi 15 mars 2002, à Toronto, à saluée par de longs applaudissements. l’occasion des cinquante années de Avant et durant le dîner, des pièces règne de Sa Majesté Élisabeth II, reine musicales légères – jouées en sourdine du Canada, par la Ligue monarchique – ont été interprétées par la fanfare de MEDIA REPORTING ON THE PRINCE’S TOUR du Canada, avec le concours de la Garde à cheval du gouverneur “...yesterday, Prince Michael of Kent was guest of honour at an Empire Club of sociétés loyalistes de l’Ontario. général. Canada and Canadian Club of Toronto lunch. Eighteen-year-old Shelly Wu... Ce dîner de gala s’est tenu dans la La soirée s’est terminée par la remise was at the head table at the Royal York as the Prince talked about the importance Salle des banquets du Centre Sheraton, de témoignages de reconnaissance à of the “SME” – small-medium enterprise; businesses that employ fewer than 250 que rehaussait de sa présence Son l’endroit de quelques personnes en people – both in Canada and the emerging economy of Russia...” It was interest- Altesse Royale le prince Michel de remerciement de leurs activités en ing to hear the Prince and to be introduced to him,” she said. “He was very nice, very Kent. faveur de la monarchie. warm.” Metro Today, March 15 Parmi les quelque cent-cinquante La soirée qui avait débuté par le convives se remarquaient de nom- chant de l’hymne national Ô Canada “Prince Michael is without a doubt the most royal-looking member of the royal breux invités de marque, des généraux, se termina par l’Hymne royal. family... he does, by his mere presence, have the curious effect of evoking some femmes et hommes en habit de soirée, Rappelons ici que S.A.R. le prince latent mystical bond to royalty... an easy charm and a self-deprecating humour avec kilt pour certains, et des aînés Michel de Kent, né en 1942, est le frère are evident. He is on the most extensive private royal tour ever conducted in arborant de nombreuses décorations cadet du prince Georges, deuxième Canada. It is, he told the National Post, a “rich” visit. “When the Queen comes to et médailles co lorées. duc de Kent, né en 1935, lequel est le Canada, she always regards it very much as a homecoming, and of course she is Le dîner, très élaboré, comptait qua- fils aîné de S.A.R. le prince Georges, coming here in October. This trip is unofficial, and for that reason I am very sur- tre services, et le dessert a été une sur- premier duc de Kent, frère cadet de Sa prised and very excited by the amount of attention that it has attracted.” John prise, chacune des assiettes étant une Majesté le roi Édouard VIII (ulté- Geiger, National Post, March 16 œuvre d’art. rieure ment duc de Windsor) et de Sa “Looking relaxed and rested, Prince Michael of Kent spoke warmly Saturday À la table d’honneur, autour du Majesté le roi Georges VI – ce dernier about his 12-day cross-Canada trip...” I am very touched by the warm reception prince royal, étaient réunis M. John monarque est le père de Sa Majesté that the people of Canada have given me.”... He arrived in Halifax on Friday and Aimers, président-fondateur de la Élisabeth II, reine du Canada, qui vien- attended a concert by Symphony Nova Scotia and the Men of the Deeps, “a body Ligue monarchique du Canada; le dra en visite officielle au Canada en of splendid miners, who in common with all miners have amazing voices in spite of prince Alexis Troubetskoï; l’historien octobre. the coal dust which must be in their lungs.” On Saturday morning he toured the Jacques Monet, S.J.; et d’autres person- Le dimanche 17 mars, le prince royal cardiac and burn units at the Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre...” I nalités encore. assista à un office religieux célébré en know that here in Canada you do have some lead thinkers on the subject [of cardiac Le déroulement de la soirée a été l’église anglicane Saint-Thomas, au care],” he said, “and I’m always interested to try and make contact around the world ponctué par le bénédicité récité par le cœur de Toronto. La cérémonie fut with leading practitioners in this particular type of medicine and type of research in Révérend Walter Raymond, O.G.S., suivie d’une rencontre où le prince fort hope that we can spread some good and find some common ground.” Sunday Herald recteur de l’église-cathédrale de la aimablement s’entretint avec chacune (Halifax, NS), March 24 Sainte-Trinité et doyen du diocèse de des personnes présentes.

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MARGARET MACE of the League, I ask Your Royal Highness any other single individual in its many A dynamo of energy who finds and to present a Silver Badge of Service to successes and great growth of recent inspires happiness in all she undertakes, MARGARET MACE, of Sidney. years particularly through an advertising project. Quick-witted and always able to ALEX PATON defuse a tense situation with humour, Generous with his time as with his and self-deprecating, quick to give others substance, this retired Chief Financial the credit, he has been and continues a wise counsellor and good friend to the Dominion and Branch Chairmen. For his outstanding contributions to the League in many ways, I ask Your Royal Highness to present a Silver Badge of Service to ALEX PATON, of Victoria. outlets throughout Vancouver Island, and a second which led the Branch to this long-time member has for years GRAEME SORLEY experiment in recruitment advertising served the Victoria Branch as its Sales Retired to Victoria after a long career through community weekly newspapers Secretary. Imaginative in seeking out new in the oil industry, this member has which enhanced its profile. A former products for members, and a natural served on the Executive of the Victoria Trustee of the Maritime Museum of BC, marketer of her finds, her table has wel- Branch where he is a powerful influence this is a volunteer who makes a signifi- comed members to every meeting, and Officer has brought a sustained vision of for organized outreach and action. He cant contribution to the League’s opera- proved an important source of revenue outreach, professionalism and team- brought to fruition a major project tions, and so, Your Royal Highness, I ask to the Branch. For her positive spirit and building to the Victoria Branch, as which placed framed portraits of The you to present a Silver Badge of Service long-standing commitment to the work Treasurer being more instrumental than Queen in more than two score postal to GRAEME SORLEY of Victoria. THE CANADIAN AND THE CROWN: How John Buchan paved the way for Vincent Massey, the first non-British governor general. by J. William Galbraith On the day of the announcement, the (Ed: Bill Galbraith is a long-serving mem- Senate debated who should be filling ber of the Monarchist League’s Ottawa the position of governor general itself. Branch Executive, and has written exten- Seventy-year-old Raoul Dandurand, sively on Lord Tweedsmuir – John Buchan) Liberal leader in the Senate, picked up the 1931 statute theme, pointing out that Fifty years ago this month, Vincent a Canadian being nominated as governor Massey, the first Canadian-born gover- general would be in keeping with nor general, moved into Canada’s new status “of absolute equali- Rideau Hall. His appoint- ty.” His colleague, Rodolphe Lemieux, ment is generally consid- remarked that the idea of having “a full- ered to be the transition to blooded Canadian as governor general” Canadianizing the office of was one that had been in the public mind the governor general. It for some time already. They were ex - was, however, really only pressing an opinion heard in French- the achievement of a tran- Canada and by pacifists in the rest of the The first Canadian Governor General, Vincent Massey looked to Buchan as role model sition that seriously began country that a Canadian-born governor John Buchan, 67 years ago, with the last would be less likely to involve Canada in others that it was not plain John Buchan Canadianization of the post; albeit a Lord Tweeds - governor general before a European conflict, which was becoming who would be governor general. His transition interrupted by the war, during muir: author, the Second World War. more and more a distinct possibility. The arrival in November 1935, shortly after which ties to Britain and the Empire were passionate Mr. Massey, as a well- senators were quick to note, however, Mackenzie King’s Liberals were elected practically and emotionally strength- about Canada known anglophile, was a that these views in no way detracted from into power once again, provoked wide- ened. The transition was completed in compromise for those who doubted or the qualities of the highly respected pop- spread debate. In the end, however, the a wonderfully symbolic way, with Mr. mistrusted the Canadianization of this ular novelist himself. vast majority welcomed this unique gov- Massey using Lord Tweedsmuir’s Wind - tradition-bound office. He also hap- Similar views were reflected in some ernor general. sor uniform that had been sent over by pened to be close to the Liberals and had Quebec newspapers and voiced by in - Tweedsmuir brought less formality to Lady Tweedsmuir. Mr. Massey was very been chairman of the Liberal party dur- dividuals from Ontario through the Rideau Hall. His approach to the job was similar in stature to Lady Tweedsmuir’s ing the 1930s. Prairies to British Columbia, as well as by to see as much of Canada as possible, late husband, who had died while still in As governor general, Mr. Massey look - chapters of a nationalist group called the drawing Canadians’ attention to other office, in February 1940, after a fall in ed to one of his predecessors as a model, Native Sons of Canada. Others were con- parts of their country and, in particular, which he struck his head. a man he had known since the 1920s. He tent to reflect on the significance of Mr. the North, all with a view to minimizing As we reflect on 50 years of Canadian wrote that he “greatly admired” Lord Buchan’s appointment. The Globe in the regionalism he witnessed. His governors general, we should focus on Tweedsmuir’s work as governor general Toronto suggested: “Canadians will have speeches, written himself and generally the Tweedsmuir-Massey transition and and “learnt much from it.” Baron reason to count themselves fortunate if delivered without notes, inspired his on their approach and vision for inspira- Tweedsmuir of Elsefield was John the unadorned name of John Buchan is many and varied audiences. He promot- tion to strengthen our distinctiveness, Buchan, member of the British Parlia - added to the list of Canadian governor ed a strong sovereign Canada because he while still knowing properly where in the ment, novelist, historian and publisher, general.” “Fortunate” because he was a believed the Commonwealth could not world we belong. when he was appointed governor general self-made man of many talents and ac- be strong if its component parts were of Canada in March 1935. complishments, not someone appointed not. This was also a strategic question, as The appointment of plain Mr. Buchan simply because of a title. This was a view war clouds gathered over Europe. sparked a nation-wide debate about who that Mackenzie King, then leader of the John Buchan’s appointment, then his should be governor general. Canadians opposition and who knew Mr. Buchan, work as governor general Lord Tweeds - were used to lords, if not members of the shared but did not voice at that time. He muir, acted as catalysts to Canadianizing Royal Family itself. The break with tradi- publicly noted only that he regarded the the Crown. Vincent Massey carried on tion was a difficult one. Some said that if appointment “an excellent one.” that work. But contrary to many contem- a commoner was to be governor, a But the unadorned name was not to porary Canadianizers, the Crown was Canadian could be just as good as any remain so for long. Two months after the central to both Lord Tweedsmuir’s and commoner from the “old country.” It was appointment, King George V granted Mr. Massey’s vision for Canada. ground prepared by the 1931 Statute of Mr. Buchan a barony. This action as- If Mr. Massey was the most British of Westminster that gave the Dominions suaged somewhat the still very strong our Canadian governors general, Lord such as Canada equal status with Britain imperialist current in the Dominion. Tweedsmuir was the most Canadian of within the Empire, or Commonwealth, Many were now left disappointed, first our British governors. These two individ- Vincent Massey walking with HM & Prince as it was also being called then. that a peer had not been appointed, still uals constitute the transition to the Philip on the grounds of Rideau Hall

Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 – 29 LEAGUE SUMMER INTERNS FIRST VICE-REGAL INTERN TO SERVE THREE IN BC: REPORT

LIEUTENANT GOVERNORS by Dustin Dahle task. One problem that needed to be This past summer I had the honour to overcome was the format of the manual. NOVA SCOTIAN JOINS with the oppor- serve as the Monarchist League’s first Once a decision was made, I was able to ONTARIO & BRITISH tunity to gain intern at Government House, Victoria, start gathering bits of information to be COLUMBIA STUDENTS insight at first- two months that I will never forget. added. I then began to take digital photo- hand into the My first activity was the Canada Day graphs of interesting furniture and As the Monarchist League of Canada’s inner workings citizenship ceremony. This was the first objets d’art. With the gracious help of seventh Summer Intern takes up his of gov ern ment time I had to get to Government House League member and volunteer tour work in the office of Ontario’s Lieutenant to which the role on my own, and I had not yet become docent, Elaine Currie, I was able to gen- Governor, and another gets set to serve of the Monarchy familiar with the bus schedule nor per- erate notes regarding procedure, and British Columbia’s Lieutenant Governor The Lieutenant Governor of is in tegral. The Ontario bids Aaron goodbye at fected my timing. Consequently, I arrived thanks to former operations manager for the second summer of the program - sheer volume of end of his Summer Internship uncomfortably hot from my bus stop to David Row bottom I was able to include me, the first such Intern will assist Nova work produced by Her Honour’s staff front door dash, just as the ceremony a section of anecdotes concerning Royal Scotia’s Lieutenant Governor during the and the almost-constant demands upon started. The first thing I noticed as I took visits. summer of 2002. The Honour able Myra her time are testimony to the esteem and my place on the balcony was the One of the more glamorous memories Freeman enthusiastically ac quiesced this affection in which the Monarchy is held. enormous diversity of the new I have of the summer was the night of the Spring to the Dominion Chairman’s sug- During my all-too-brief tenure, I was Canadians. People of different back- annual Premiers conference dinner. That gestion that a young League member kept busy with a number of projects and grounds had come together as one; uni- night I ate one of the best meals of my serve the Crown at Government House, responsibilities: research, collating Her fied in the desire for a better life, and in life, besides dining in the same room as Halifax. Thus this significant opportuni- Honour’s speeches, scheduling and act- the oath of allegiance to our Sovereign. I the provincial leaders, which has a cer- ty for League youth now expands to three ing as general inquiries clerk. I had the too took this oath, and I have never been tain appeal of its own. I am very fortu- positions, financed by the generosity of special privilege of attending the Speech so proud to be Canadian. nate to have been able to participate. This League members. from the Throne opening the 2nd After the long weekend I began my first was the last major event to take place in The appointees for Golden Jubilee Session of Ontario’s 37th Parliament as day of work. I was given a tour of the Government House whilst I was there. Summer are as follows: well as the swearing-in of a new Cabinet house and introduced to the staff. The Unfortunately, my summer passed Government House, HAL- Minister. rest of the day, however, was somewhat very quickly. Before I knew it I was head- IFAX – Matthew Godwin , It was also an honour to participate in less than glamorous. I was given the task ing to work for the very last time. This 18, of Lower Sackville. some events with the First Connections of identifying files by applying small was a sad day for me as the summer I League member for two Programme, Her Honour’s personal ini- stickers. In the weeks to come, I would spent at Gov ern ment House was one of years. Profiled in Canadian tiative, in which she brings young people become all too familiar with this task. I the most memorable of my life. For that Monarchist News. Complet- from all walks of life and introduces spent the following days with various I am grateful to all those who made it ed first year Arts at them to possible careers in areas of their members of the staff, doing whatever possible. I should like to thank the Dalhousie University. Keen interest, securing them placements in needed to be done. Many of these odd Monarchist League of Canada and all history buff, actor and business and industry – just one of Her jobs were leading up to Confederation those kind members whose generous speaker, Sigma Chi Frater- Honour’s many good works. Day. To celebrate British Columbia’s en - support made my experience possible. In nity Brother. Works part-time at Staples. I was greatly impressed by Mrs trance into Confederation, Govern ment addition, my thanks go to Their Honours Queen’s Park, TORONTO Weston’s generosity of spirit, by the House is opened to the public. As one Private Secretary Herb LeRoy, Opera - – Keith Roy, 20, of Guelph. pleasure she took in her daily dealings can imagine, planning an event to ac - tions Man ager Christine Diemer, and all League member for two with Ontarians and by her clear commit- commodate thousands of people re- the other staff members and volunteers years, and. frequent volun- ment to duty, the hallmark of the quires much work and organisation. I at Government House. teer at special events. Monarchy. I would like to thank Her know the day was hectic for a lot of the Completed third year Arts, Honour, Private Secretary Richard staff, but for me it was one of the high- major in Political Science, Berthelsen and all the staff and the mem- lights of my summer. I enjoyed every- University of Guelph. Re- Summer Interns – bers of the League who so generously thing from working in the information another elected Ombudsman of sponsored me for giving me the chance booth outside, to the bands and enter- programme of University Food Services. to participate in this excellent internship tainers, to helping with the tours of the The Monarchist Intern on MP’s staff in House of programme, one which serves to empha- house. League of Canda Commons Summer ’01. size to young people the vital role played My next task was compiling a manual Government House, by the Monarchy in the uniqueness of giving the tour docents complete infor- VICTORIA – Antony Canada’s culture and identity. mation. This was by no means an easy Dobrzen sky, 18, of Vancouver. League member for two years. Entering sen- ior year at Upper Canada College, Toronto. Prize- winning member of Canadian Pub lic Speaking Team at World Championships, South Af rica. Top-rated debater. Actor, runner.

MY VICE-REGAL SUMMER by Aaron Campbell Last summer I had the great privilege of serving the Canad ian Crown in the capacity of intern to the Hon Hilary M. Weston, Lieutenant Governor of On- tario. It proved a most memorable and informative experience, providing me

Bulletin Board Share your news and views about those deserving Crowns & Maces on the Monarchist League’s new Bulletin Board at http://members.boardhost. During Aaron Campbell’s summer at Queen’s Park. Their Honours kindly invited former Interns to attend the final reunion of the First Connection com/monarchist/ Programme, the career opportunities initiative Mrs Weston established partially from her vice-regal compensation. Those able to attend the function held at The Royal Canadian Yacht Club were (l-r): Martin Green (also Dominion Web master), Aaron Campbell, Sean Palmer and Chris Lucki.

30 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 MONARCHIST LOCATOR BOOKS BRIEFLY NOTED The Monarchist League of Canada [Ed: These books are not available through with her over the years. Royal: Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Any changes or new Branches are shown in italics the League, but may easily be ordered from by Robert Lacey A Peerage for Trade: WEB SITE: http://www.monarchist.ca any reputable bookseller, or on line direct Little, Brown, £20.00 A History of the Royal Warrant from Waterstone’s in the UK at The well-known biographer has up - Dominion Contacts by Tim Heald www.amazon.co.uk] dated his Silver Jubilee appraisal of The Dominion Chairman: Sinclair-Stevenson, £26.00 John Aimers, Toronto. Queen, Majesty. But some British review- The record of suppliers to the Royal Phone (416) 975-2608 Alexandra: A Life of ers found the additional material – for Household stretches back to 1300, and Fax (416) 972-9179 the Last Tsarina which he interviewed 129 sources – as numbers one William Caxton in the 15th e-mail address: by Carolly Erickson “hefty but insubstantial,” arguing that century, Henry VIII’s “laundresse” and [email protected] Constable, £14.99 Graham Turner’s profile of The Queen in the Pork-in-Ordinary (otherwise known Dominion Secretary: Plotted against by her The Daily Telegraph was much more illu- Winifred Weston, Oakville, Ontario. as a sausage maker) to Victoria, not to Mother-in-Law, con- minating. Phone: (905) 855-7262, (800) IM LOYAL demned as a German mention, until recently, the odious El- e-mail address: [email protected] hausfrau by Court and Fayed of Harrods fame. 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Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 – 31 LEAGUE NOTES THE QUEEN’S THANKS member Bill Schleihauf as well as from MILTON STUDENT FOR THE LEAGUE’S JUBILEE the league’s Annual Appeal. MONARCHIST ASSISTS CONGRATULATIONS THE DOMINION CHAIRMAN WITH ROYAL VISIT On October 21st at 1:30 PM, HRH. the ...represented the League at the Duke of Kent, Colonel-in-Chief of the Memorial Service for Hon Pauline Lorne Scots Regiment visited Remem- McGibbon... addressed the University of with justifiable pride to John Aimers that Western Ontario Senior Alumni... had a his organization’s Royal Patronage is farewell audience of The Hon. Hilary M. somewhat unique, having been extended Weston... represented the League at the first in 1951 by Princess Elizabeth, who Installation of The Lieutenant Governor subsequently confirmed it as Queen. On of Ontario... expressed the sympathy of behalf of the 20,000 regular and associate League members to Countess Mount - members, Mr Owens wished the League batten of Burma, Colonel-in-Chief of the “continued success in all its endeavours.” Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light In - For which we say a hearty thank you – and how honoured we are to number in our ranks the brave men and women who dare the eagle’s flight in defence of the Realm. Mayor Kathy Gastle (l) and League member RED BOXES INFLUENCE Mark Rowe (r) in conversation with the Duke YOUNG CANADIANS of Kent brance Park in Georgetown, ON. His trip A TEACHER’S THANKS to Canada was planned to coincide with Under the leadership of Coordinator the 135th Anniversary of the Lorne Scots. Richard Fiennes-Clinton, the League’s The event in Georgetown was planned by RED BOXES of educational material Mayor Kathy Gastle and Monarchist continue to flow to schools and youth League Member Matthew Rowe. Guests THE GOVERNOR GENERAL London members Al Boyd (l) and Dr John groups across the land. The return on included Local, Regional and Federal RESPONDS TO THE LEAGUE’S Foreman (r) with The Dominion Chairman at UWO Senior Alumni address members’ considerable investment (for politicians, Members of the Legion and SYMPATHY ON THE DEATH the Boxes are distributed gratis) is made Students from Park School. HRH laid a OF HER FATHER clear when the post brings a letter such as wreath at the cenotaph, then chatted Rideau Hall, March 26 this, from dedicated teacher James with veterans before giving a speech and “The Governor General was deeply Brown of Norwood, Ontario: receiving his official gift from the Mayor. touched by the many messages of condo- “I would like to thank your organisation Matthew, a student at Acadia University lence she received after the death of her for supplying my classroom with a Red in Wolfville, NS, also managed to attend father, William Poy. Her Excellency would Box. The students have been able to make a Government House Reception and like to thank you for your thoughtfulness in good use of the materials. It has been a Concert in Halifax during March for sending her a message of comfort at this pleasure planning and implementing in- HRH Prince Michael of Kent. time of great sadness.” ter esting activities to celebrate The Queen’s Barbara Uteck, Golden Jubilee. In the autumn, we planted WALKING TOURS OF Secretary to the Governor General yellow daffodil bulbs in order to have a ROYAL TORONTO golden display of petals this spring. The Long-time member, Red Box Co- LEAGUE CELEBRATES students have decorated our classroom in ordinator, outgoing Toronto Branch 32nd ANNIVERSARY OF the Jubilee colours of purple, gold and Chairman and history buff Richard INCEPTION FEB 23rd white. At New Year’s, each student sent The Fiennes-Clinton has developed a second John Aimers debates Michael Bliss on Global Queen a poem wishing her best wishes for career – as a tour conductor and racon- Sunday GREETING RECEIVED FROM FIRST the coming year. To honour Accession Day teur par excellence of Royal Toronto. This NATION BAND IN MANITOBA fantry, on the casualties sustained by the we took a class trip. In the morning we Summer he will offer three walking tours brave men of her Regiment in Afghan - participated in science projects at the local Of all the kind messages sent by mem- – in which long-time residents and visi- istan... addressed the Markham Jubilee museum and in the afternoon we toured bers on Founding Day, the following tors alike will learn answers to such ques- celebration at Markville Shopping the historic home of Sir Sandford Fleming. most touched The Dominion Chairman: tions as which Prince of Wales converted Centre... represented the League at the Following our lunch at school, we enjoyed Happy Anniversary, and God bless you an insane asylum into the legislative Memorial Evensong for The Queen a specially prepared Accession Day Cake for your work! I will fire off a fireworks assembly, which Governor General had a Mother at Toronto... spoke at the Ham - decorated in the Jubilee colours. The stu- grenade (safely) in honor of the event. I do premonition of his own death and why ilton Branch’s Jubilee Banquet at Liuna dents have participated in the Internet this on special occasions such as this, over Toronto was originally called York. In Station, accompanied by some 16 young Pro gramme ‘Commonlink With The Com - the majestic Winnipeg River where so addition, the tours explore the histories Monarchists from around SW Ontario... monwealth’ in order to develop an under- many of our loyal subjects traveled in the of such distinguished Toronto denizens delivered the address at a Golden Jubilee standing of The Commonwealth. I have days after arriving in our great land! On as John Graves Simcoe, Sir Isaac Brock Thanksgiving Evensong held at Trinity arranged a pen-pal relationship with a behalf of the Anishnabay at the Sagkeeng and The Queen’s Park cannon. The two- Church, Cambridge... addressed the class in the UK so my students can enjoy First Nation, Happy Anniversary and hour tours will be offered at 1:00 and Rotary Club of Toronto on the eve of the Jubilee Celebrations from a British per- bravo!! – Myrelene Ranville, Sagkeeng 4:00 pm on three holiday Mondays: Jubilee Weekend in the UK...attended the spective. Later this year, we will be present- First Nation Canada Day, July 1st; Simcoe Day, Opening of Parliament at Queen’s Park ing a musical concert to honour The Mr Aimers will celebrate the 30th August 5th; and Labour Day, September as a guest of The Lieutenant Governor... Queen’s Golden Jubilee. At Christmas Anniversary of his service as Dominion 2nd. They depart from the Statue of gave the address in the presence of The time, we will decorate a tree in the Jubilee Chairman on September 22nd (DV). Queen Victoria just east of the front Lieutenant Governor at the Golden colours for a local charity auction.” steps of Queen’s Park, and are extremely Jubilee Evensong, Holy Trinity Cathe - reasonably priced. Reservations and infor- NEW BILINGUAL LEAGUE TESTIFIES BEFORE PAMPHLET BEING dral, Quebec City... as of press time, had mation: (416) 449-0356 or e-mail: undertaken 139 media appearances or SENATE COMMITTEE ON [email protected] PREPARED FOR JUBILEE interviews in the calendar year, including ROYAL ASSENT As part of its Golden Jubilee celebra- debating Historian and republican Members wishing to read copies of the CONGRATULATIONS TO... tions, the League is preparing a bilingual Michael Bliss on Global Sunday, and a November 20th Testimony of John Student member Will Hughes of Bear pamphlet, revised significantly from the first-ever interview on The Voice of Aimers, Vice-Chairman Paul Benoit and River, NS, who caused his local Pizza one of some years ago. The text of the America. Professor David Smith, University of Delight to hang a picture of The Queen... document has now been prepared by Saskatoon, before the Senate Rules, Kasra Nejatian, student at Queen’s Vice-Chairman Paul Benoit, and picture AIR FORCE ASSOCIATION Procedures & Rights of Parliament University, who has been appointed research is underway. The League hopes BECOMES CORPORATE Committee on the Royal Assent Bill, S-34 National Youth Coordinator by the to forward a copy of the new pamphlet to MEMBER [Ed – see article “From Parliament Hill Canadian Alliance Party... Edmonton every member with the next issue of p. 20] may either access it directly via the member Jack Morrow whose importun- Canadian Monarchist News. Major spon- A most generous cheque and very kind Parliamentary Internet, or request copies ing caused his local postal outlet to fol- sors of the cost of translating, printing letter provided warmth to the League this in English or French from the Dominion low regulations and carry definitive and designing the pamphlet come from winter as the Air Force Association of Canada became a corporate member. Secretary. stamps of The Queen... Toronto member, generous donations from the League’s original designer of the League Website Ottawa Branch and from Montreal James Owens, National President, wrote

32 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 LEAGUE NOTES… and first League intern to the Lieutenant HM’s new official por- and a Crown, in honour of the Golden deleted at 600), in a variety of quality, Governor of Ontario Martin Green on trait in the Owen Jubilee. The play tells the story of eleven ranging from the informational to the his graduation from Duke University and Sound area with the Royal Princesses, from Victoria’s first- arcane; but certainly debates on a great appointment to the staff of a US local newspaper and born to Anne, and was presented in dif- many items of monarchical interest con- Congressional Oversight Committee... radio station being first ferent Newfoundland locations by the sume chief attention – these include Niagara Contact Group Chairman takers... Neal Moogk- Phoenix Theatre Group. whether Canada should have its own Calvin Arnt and his wife Nicole on the Soulis and his Mother Crown Jewels, the design of the Royal birth of their first child Amaris Secord Carol of Waterloo, who GANANOQUE MAN IS 1000th Arms of Canada, exactly what is a “de- Arnt... Montreal member (and Aurora undertook Accession E-MAIL MEMBER fault monarchist,” and the teaching of native) Robert Leckey on being appoint- Day and Royal bereave- Ted Sanders was the Canadian History. Sadly, some republi- ed Clerk to a Supreme Court Justice for Capt (N) Michael ment interviews with can trouble-makers bent on conducting Axford 1000th League member the forthcoming year... Alan Wardle, of CKCO TV and other to provide his e-mail personal “flame wars” along with anony- Oakville, who initiated the visit of Prince local media on behalf of the League, address to Dominion mous posters peddling pornography and Michael of Kent to the Senior Citizens’ which boasts some excellent husband & HQ – the list has been other – idiosyncratic – posts make the Recreation Centre of which he is a Board wife teams working on its behalf, but this growing quickly as use Moderator’s job sometimes a difficult member... Hamilton activist Loretta Ray is the first featuring mother-son of the Internet moves one. However, as in all developing for writing Canada Post Chairman Andre monarchists !... Toronto teach er member beyond younger males forums, a modus vivendi for civil dis- Ouellet urging that the Corporation sell Michael Da Costa, who presented a to encompass all sec- course is developing, which, it is hoped, Queen’s head definitive stamps in con- framed picture of The Queen to hang in Ted Sanders tors of society. It allows will obviate the need for a pre-approved venient booklets in the same way as the the foyer of his school, the prestigious #1000 ! the League to commu- membership-type board. Those who Flag definitive is sold... UNB student Brebeuf College... Hamilton member nicate quickly breaking news, urgent have not yet discovered this Monarchical member Bryan Cheron who used League Shawn Pudsey who suggested to the requests for assistance and event Wild West of the Internet are directed to materials in formulating a rebuttal letter Museum of Civilization, Ottawa, that it announcements. the following URL: http://members. to the editor to counter a republican arti- display HM’s famous Maple Leaf dress as The Dominion Chairman surprised boardhost.com/monarchist cle in the University student newspaper part of a Jubilee exhibit... Olive Pastor, Ted with a telephone call announcing the “the Brunswickan”... Montreal member Pictou Co NS member, who presented gift of a Life Membership. Ted retired THREE ROYAL BOOKS (and Archdeacon of the Anglican Dio- framed portraits of The Queen to replace from HM Canadian Forces in 1995, hav- PUBLISHED BY LEAGUE cese) Ven Peter Hannen who celebrated outdated ones in the Post Offices of ing served in the Royal Canadian Artill ery AUTHORS High Mass on Accession Day at St John Pictou and New Glasgow... John and Royal Canadian Army Service Corps the Evangelist Church and organized LeBlancq, who offered to purchase And they could not be more delight- (prosaically renamed the Ad min is tration fully different. ecumenical Choral Evensong of Thanks - advertising for the League in his local Branch) across Canada and in Germany, giving for the Jubilee at Christ Church newspaper in Gan anoque, Ontario... The first is entitled Saving the King: An Washington DC, Cyprus, Egypt, Syria Alternative Novel of World War Two, and Cathedral on June 2... Another long-time Surrey, BC member Brian Marlatt, and Israel. A volunteer with his Legion Montreal member, human rights activist whose letter to the editor with reference is self-published by long-time Hamilton Branch and Services to Assist In - Branch activist Robert Oldham. 168 and Haitian elections observer Rene to the Commonwealth and republican dependent Living (SAIL), he enjoys being LeClere, who frequently undertakes presidentialism was published in four pages, spiral bound, illustrated, maps, “Mr Mom” to his six-year old daughter glossary – $19.95 post-paid to Canadian media interviews on the League’s behalf, Canadian newspapers... Ross Bateman of Sarah – and with his wife Salome finds and sends League material to media con- Langton, Ontario, who reminded his addresses. Order from: Raven Press 266 pleasure in hiking, canoeing and yard Aberdeen Ave. Hamilton, ON – (905) tacts in the area. Rene translated the County School Boards of correct Flag saleing. Congratulations, Ted ! League’s Golden Jubilee web site in one protocol upon The Queen Mother’s 577-0587 week’s time and even broadcast in death, as did Toronto members John LEAGUE E-MEMBERS Imperial Legend: The Disappearance of English on CTV!... Sandra Barker, of Stephenson when he saw the Flag im- Tsar Alexander I, by EFFECTIVE: WEB SITE Alexis Troubetzkoy, is London, for her particularly-persistent properly displayed at his daughter’s HITS SOAR dealings with Canada Post to assure a school and Chris Smith who made sure published by Thomas If readers spend any time at all on the supply of Queen’s stamps at her local the Flag was half-staffed at Ryerson Allen & Son at $34.95. Web these days, they are familiar the pro- outlet... Marilyn Morden, a Sarnia mem- University... Robert Marsters of Halifax The League member liferation of instant on-line polls con- ber, who constantly recruits others to who suggested to Sympatico that they familiar to many for his ducted by many news outlets from The join the League... Richard Toporoski, of feature the League’s web site in its maga- Royal anecdotes deals zine as well as that of a republican Globe and Mail to local radio stations. with the mysterious group... UNB student Matt Rowe, one of These soundings do not pretend to be death of the Tsar, who two young Canadians selected for the “scientific,” but their results are reported, Team Canada Mission in Bombay, and can be trumpeted by the republican opposition if they go in their favour. The power of the League’s “e-team” was dem - onstrated in February when CTV mounted such a poll about whether par- Toronto, who wrote to the Minister of ticipants support the Monarchy. Initial Finance suggesting the issuance of a $50 results were running 53-47% against; banknote to commorate The Golden then the Dominion Chairman had his attention drawn to the survey, and asked Prince Troubetzkoy in converation with Prince Jubilee...Former Manitoba and Saskatch- Michael at League Banquet as Liz Bierk, the ewan Chairman John Hendricks, now members to register their opinions, so Dominion Chairman’s sister, listens retired in Victoria, whose mathematical the outcome turned around to a 63-37% victory! supposedly died at 48, the most powerful research is a major subject in the recent man in Europe. Legends persisted that in work by science author Dr Clifford A. A sign of the huge interest in the Mon- Prince Michael greets Nathan Tidridge archy during Jubilee Year, sadly bolstered fact he had not died – but become a Pickover, The Zen of Magic Squares, starets – a wandering penitent seeking India... Nathan Tidridge of Ancaster who by the extensive coverage of the deaths of Circles, and Stars... Graduating York Uni - alms and praying for others in the is leading his church youth group to trav- The Queen Mother and Princess Mar- versity student and former League Intern Orthodox tradition – who moved about el to London for Jubilee week – the Sir garet, has been reflected in a surge in the to the Ontario Lt Gov, Sean Palmer, for Siberia. Part history, part detective story, Wilfred Laurier University student was number of unduplicated “hits” on the his re markable essay Equality, Stability, Prince Troubetzkoy unravels the complex commissioned by the Hamilton Spectator League’s two web sites (as well as a mutli- and Security: Constitutional Monarchy tale, separates gossip from fact and offers to write his impressions from the scene! fold increase in recruitment through its and Democracy in the Commonwealth a solution to what really happened to the He also wrote a moving tribute to The trial member offer). As of mid-June, the Realms from which CMN hopes to Tsar. Queen Mother which was published in volume on the main League site publish ex tracts in a future issue... Fifty Years The the student newspaper at WLU... former www.monarchist.ca was running 47,000 Winnipeg member Prof Geoffrey Queen: A Tribute to Kingston Contact Group Chairman annually, with the new Jubilee site Lambert who undertook a number of Elizabeth II on Her Christopher McCreery, whose article on www.goldenjubilee.ca running at 16,500 helpful media interviews during Royal Golden Jubilee, by well- the new Police Services Order appeared per annum and surging. events of recent months... Newmarket known Royal commen- in The Blazon, publication of The District HS student and Asst Dom inion tators Arthur Bousfield Heraldry Society of BC... long-time BULLETIN BOARD Webmaster Brock Weir, Jr., whose influ- and Garry Toffoli, is Montreal member Gerald Iles, profiled The League’s Bulletin Board, devel- ence resulted in the School Library’s in- published by Dundurn in a Westmount Examiner article focusing oped in the Summer of 2001 by Toronto creas ing its Royal book holdings by 70% Press at $24.99 and repeats the successful on his career as a naturalist. Now 90, students Alan Palmer and Ben Sheridan, and mounting a display of pictures of format of their best-selling volume The Gerald pioneered the first whale-watch- has now been functioning for over half a The Queen at the check-out desk, for Queen Mother and Her Century: many ing trips up the St Lawrence River... St year. Designed for members and friends which he won Student of the Month pictures and a well-spaced text with a John’s member Barbara Barrett, who of the League, the site has attracted sev- Award... Capt (N) Michael Axford who Canadian emphasis. has been coordinating distribution of wrote and directed a play Eleven Coronets eral thousand postings (automatically

Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 – 33 LEAGUE NOTES…

LEAGUE HOSTS FAREWELL RECEPTION FOR ONTARIO LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR

ogether with Bill Laidlaw, President of the Empire Club of Canada, the Dom inion TChair man chair ed a Farewell Reception for outgoing Ontario Lieutenant Governor Hilary M. Weston and her husband Galen at the Imperial Room of The Royal York Hotel, Toronto, on December 7th, 2001. Some 450 guests attended, including representatives of the 20-odd co-sponsoring Loyal Societies. Decorated with Christmas Trees, the former supper club took on a festive air as attendees chatted to the music of The Governor General’s Horse Guards Concert Band. The Westons, escorted by Messrs Aimers and Laidlaw, entered the room led by four pipers from the Cadet Corps of St Andrew’s College, Aurora, one of Her Honour enters the Imperial Room, accompa- whom was League member Hugh Dowell. John Mrs Weston greets League member Gerald Pratley, CM nied by The Dominion Chairman Aimers paid tribute to the Westons’ outstanding service to the Crown, after which Mr Laidlaw

Two Generals – Bruce Legge (l) and Reg Lewis (centre) Vice-Regal Salute Her Honour chats with some of the pipers greet Hilary Weston

EXTRACT FROM JOHN AIMERS’ on to advise: “Don’t confuse honour with medals and awards. Don’t mistake it for titles and riches. Don’t pump yourself up or oppress others in its name. TRIBUTE TO HER HONOUR Seek it, in stead, where peace, generosity, and love abide – in the wisdom and In your Convocation Address at the University of Toronto, Your quiet of your soul. “ Honour, you talked about the elusive quality of “honour,” which is both You could have been speaking of yourself, Your Honour: for in your focus on others rather than on yourself, in your own own sense of peace; in the abundant generosity of your person; and in the apparent wisdom and quiet of your soul, you have left your proudest legacy: by being yourself, and sharing yourself with us, you have made an indelible impression, and challenged us all, and each of us, to be better and kinder and gentler. And in doing all these things of which I have spoken, you have become a key contributing element to the new paradigm of the Crown, that part of our heritage that flourishes in contemporary Canada. Your role has even won over a certain reporter from a well- known republican news paper which headlined last Saturday, “I confess, Hilary won me over.” It certainly John Aimers pays tribute to Her Honour didn’t take us 5 years, Your Honour ! The first Elizabeth spoke to her title and characteristic you bear. In that compelling speech, you spoke of Parliament almost 400 years ago, saying that “Though God hath raised me your discovering honour in giving service to others – and that it resided, high, yet this do I count the glory of my Crown – that I have reigned with “whenever ordinary people have expressed a desire to give energetic, your loves.” You, Your Honour, in serving the second Elizabeth, have imaginative, joyful expression to their innate sense of compassion.” You went “reigned with our loves.” And will always there be found.

34 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 LEAGUE NOTES…

JOHN BERTRAM BONATHAN, JACQUELINE BARLOW, RIP PRIEST, RIP With the death of Jacqueline Barlow Canon Bonathan on Good Friday 2002 in St John’s, one of died peacefully in his the most colourful figures of the first de - 100th year at a Surrey, cade of The Monarchist League of BC, nursing home. He Canada vanished from the scene. Chair- spent 35 years as Rector man of the League’s Newfoundland of a parish in suburban Branch from 1975 to 1991, Lady Barlow Montreal, beginning was known for her unique blend of loyal- and ending his active ty, eccentricity and determination as well ministry with a 6-year as her hearty, direct approach to people curacy and 21-year and issues. honorary assistantship at that city’s As a descendant of the explorer de La famous Anglo-Catholic shrine, the Salle, Jacqueline Claire de Marigny, Church of St John the Evangelist. The daughter of John Edmund Audley of Dominion Chairman has never forgotten Chester, though not born in Canada had the example of encountering the Canon authentic Canadian roots. It was her on a bus and attempting to engage him marriage in 1952 to Sir Christopher Allan Tonks, MP, with Her Honour in conversation – but that holy priest Barlow, 7th Bart, however, that took her pointed to his chest and put a finger on to Newfoundland where she was to announced a gift to honour them – his lips, indicating that he was carrying spend most of her life. Going from Eton flowers to be presented in the next five EXTRACT FROM HER The Blessed Sacrament to the sick, and so to study architecture at McGill University Christmas seasons to all women resi- HONOUR’S REMARKS would not speak idly. Rich in the life of in Montreal, Sir Christopher subsequent- dent in shelters visited by Her Honour prayer, a loyal Monarchist, John Bona - ly set up in practice at St John’s. The during her time as Queen’s Representa - “I feel that I have been on an than lived and died in the faith of Holy Barlows were an old family which had tive. Mrs Weston then spoke, after amazing journey these last give Church. May he rest in peace. JLA been honoured with a baronetcy from King George III for services to the Crown which she and His Honour spent an years – a journey which has C.D. (KIT) MAINGUY, RIP hour mingling with guests, before taken me much further than I in India. Monarchists in Victoria were saddened Lady Barlow’s sixteen years as New - departing to the strains of “Auld Lang ever expected. And I have been by the news of Kit Mainguy’s death on foundland Chairman of the League were Syne” sung by the crowd with orches- sustained along the way by the April 4th. Kit had joined the League in its characterized by a formidable, compell- tral accompaniment. unwavering allegiance of the earliest days, in Montreal, together with ing style. It was not in character for her to Amongst the congratulatory Loyal Societies. In so many his wife Dene – a Silver Badge of Service toil at creating a viable branch by build- messages re ceived was a particularly ways, I have found that I could holder, and Executive member in the ing a strong membership and establish- gracious letter from Ontario NDP Van couver and Victoria Branches. A ing effective institutional structures. count on you to support my Leader Howard Hampton: “Has it real- Hotel Manager by profession, Kit exuded Quite the contrary. Jacqueline Barlow ly been five years since you took on the efforts to make this office more an enthusiasm for life tempered by the had a very different idea of what the all-important role as Her Majesty’s rep- accessible to all Ontarians. You professional sang-froid acquired from League should do to make the public resentative in the Province of Ontario? have opened doors for me in de cades of experience dealing with the aware that a solid core of the Canadian The time has flown, in part, because your communities... Robertson vicissitudes of life and the varying tem- population loved and supported its Davies, who sometimes poked peraments of guests found at The Queen Queen. It was the bold, headline-catch- your fulfillment of the role of Lieutenant Elizabeth Hotel and the Hotel Vancouver. ing public relations stroke she felt would Governor seemed so natural and so fit- gentle fun at the office of When the Mainguys moved to Victoria, best accomplish this. Two years after be- ting...[Ontarians] watched your grace Lieutenant Governor, described they purchased and refurbished a mar- com ing Chairman she found and real- and style emanate in meetings with the Crown, in all seriousness, velous Victorian house, The Crow’s Nest, ized just such an opportunity. countless groups and individuals from as “the consecrated spirit of in which for over a decade they ran a bed It was 1977, the year of the Queen’s all different backgrounds and walks of Canada.” So it is, and shall and breakfast establishment. They dis - Silver Jubilee. Lady Barlow decided to get pensed generous hospitality, with Kit up a Declaration of Loyalty for her fellow life. They applauded your advocacy and continue. In the name of the involvement in a wide range of concerns taking particular pride in his gourmet Newfoundlanders to sign to express their Queen, and on behalf of all from disabilities to seniors. Most of all, specialty breakfast dishes which he fidelity to the Sovereign for the occasion. they saw you enjoying your duties and Ontarians, I thank the members would offer guests, showing his career The title Declaration of Loyalty was an putting everything you had into them... of the Loyal Societies for your manqué as chef par excellence ! Devoted intentional allusion to the Canadian al- to his Sovereign, his wife and son; a gen- ternative to that other famous Declara- You modernized the scope of the office tremendous dedication to that spirit. tle, kind man with shrewd judgment and tion, the Declaration of Independence. and set a new standard for those who a dry sense of humour, Kit was large in Her project developed slowly at first. will follow you.” spirit as he was in frame – and we will Then she hit on the brilliant idea of en- miss him very much indeed. JLA The listing the help of the post mistresses of Dominion Chairman sent flowers to Dene the province. In Newfoundland and with the love and sympathy of all members Labrador post offices are a major channel who will remember Kit with fondness. of government communication with the

Declaration of Loyalty 1977 – Time to say goodbye: Galen Weston is escorted by Empire Club Chairman Bill Laidlaw Lady Barlow obtained signatures from 4/5ths of Newfoundland’s population!

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widely publicized ecumenical service and Lady Barlow had a hearty, jolly manner, aside what ethnicity the Queen Mum (a presented by Jacqueline herself in great and was a rapid, enthusiastic talker who phrase coined by a Canadian journalist, I style. In 1986 she organized celebrations could also listen. She was good fun, as believe) was of, and look at her for who to mark the 200th anniversary of the ready to contribute a bottle of cham- she was. She was a kind old woman that arrival of Prince William, later King pagne to a restaurant party as to enliven anyone who met her viewed her as just William IV, in Newfoundland in 1786. the group with her own mirth and vivac- another human being – a down-to-earth Prince William, third son of King George ity. The gifts of imagination and versatil- grandmother with realistic thoughts and III, was the first member of the Royal ity that made her an effective exponent of ideas. Only then can we be free from bias. Family to come to Canada, so the Prince the Monarchy of course made her at In this article also you seem to attack William Bicentenary also had a national times a difficult colleague too. She leaves the media coverage of the Royal Tour of dimension. For the celebration, the to mourn her loss her husband of fifty 1939 – forgive me if I’m mistaken, but Newfoundland Branch commissioned years, a son, two daughters and several you seem to be missing the historical sig- New York artist Louise Topping to paint grandchildren. Those in the League who nificance of this visit. After the Statute of a portrait of Prince William for St Luke’s knew her will remember her with grati- Westminster (1931 I believe), we were Church in Placentia, the historic town on tude and affection. – GAHB On behalf of our own self-governing Dominion, free the island’s south coast where the Prince all League members, the Dominion Chair - to make our own foreign policies and spent the summer of 1786 and later paid man arranged to have flowers placed on choices regarding wars, etc. You say the for the erection of a church, endowing it the High Altar of the Cathedral at Saint tour “was by no means the most impor- with silver Communion Plate. (The John’s in Jac’s memory. tant event of that terrible, fateful year in painting and plate are now in the Parks which the Second World War began”. Canada museum on Castle Hill, LEAGUE MEMBERS Keep in mind that this Royal Tour of Placentia.) Though the exact day of REBUKE SIMPSON 1939 enshrined the love of the monarchy Prince William’s arrival in June 1786 is upon the Canadian people of the time. Jacqueline Barlow with Sandringham Chive Great credit to the following League not known, Lady Barlow also made an members who sent rebukes to Globe & When the British and French went to people. So when Newfoundlanders visit- attempt to have June 19, the most likely Mail columnist Geoffrey Simpson for his arms against Hitler on 3 September 1939, ed the post office to collect a cheque or date, popularly recognized as “Prince article attacking the Monarchy in the we were not automatically at war as was buy a money order they found the William Day”. wake of Princess Margaret’s death, with the case in 1914 for WWI. We had a week Declaration of Loyalty awaiting them As Branch Chairman she was indefati- especially offensive personal references to to stew over our decision, and in the end, and signed it in droves. By the time it was gable, visiting junior high schools to talk HRH: Chris Blackman, Bryan Cheron, on 10 September 1939, we independent- finalised, over 300,000 signatures were about the Monarchy, promoting essay Stuart Eagleson, Tim Lemieux, Andrew ly declared war. The Canadian military of affixed to its pages, signatures compris- contests, writing letters and lobbying Mason, Christopher Mackie, Kasra that time was to become truly a force to ing four fifths of the population of the officials. She also visited other Branches Nejatian, Borden Rhodes, Matthew be reckoned with, and a very crucial aide province. Tied up in red, white and blue and made lasting friendships with Rowe, Ben jamin Sharma, Christopher in the war. The point is that our love for ribbons, the Declaration of Loyalty was League members in different parts of the David Smith, Will Stateon, Christopher the monarchy and for humanitarian presented to Her Majesty at Balmoral country. At times her strong personality Trevelyan, Brock Weir, Ryan Whibbs. rights was what propelled us into Second Castle in September 1977, having been prevented her from realizing the full World War – not British pressures. This taken to the United Kingdom by possibility of official and social relations Sean McCarron’s rebuttal Royal Tour of 1939 was in many ways the Newfoundland war veterans. with Government House in St John’s, (and rebuke) to Simpson enforcer of this Canadian love of our Next year when the Queen was in the though she enlisted the support of vari- In your article... the mon archists of shared monarchy – and where would the province, Her Majesty said in her tele- ous former viceregal representatives for Canada have been painted with an arche- Allies have been without us? vised speech at the provincial dinner in her many projects. Her attitude towards typical brush often used to You also seem upset that she is referred St John’s: “I was deeply moved by the her adopted province was that of a loving describe the monarchy itself to as “One of the most amazing queens Declaration of Loyalty signed by three critic. Some Toronto League members, – that we are aging armchair since Cleopatra”. You point out that she hundred thousand Newfoundlanders in after being treated to a diatribe by her philosophists. Those who had no real political power – an argu- my Silver Jubilee Year”. Lady Barlow of against the iniquities of the “Newfie talk a lot but are slow to act. ment I always find interesting because course was presented to Her Majesty. The joke”, were amazed when she suddenly As much as I enjoy expe- anti-monarchists would be upset by a Queen asked if there was anything she broken off to say “But, have you heard riencing other people’s monarch’s power or lack of power, what- could do to show her gratitude. Jac- this one?” and launched into a classic ex- points of view and wholeheartedly sup- ever the case may be. I’m sure if she had queline, never slow to seize an opportu- ample of what she had just been in veigh - port free-thought – I must disagree with vast power in her time then republicans nity, promptly asked her for a golden ing against. In other ways she reflected you, and I’ll try to explain where I’m such as yourself wouldn’t have been ter- labrador puppy from the Sandringham local provincialism which often fitted her coming from in a thoughtful and kind ribly pleased that we allowed ourselves to estate. The Queen agreed. Labradors own conservative outlook on life. manner. I’m 15 years old, of Irish be “manipulated” by a “foreign figure- were another of Lady Barlow’s major A turning point in her years as League descent, I’m considered a “punk rocker”, head”. You also seem to be forgetting how interests. Branch Chairman was the arrival of the and I’m also a monarchist. Not cut from steely she was during the days of her All this activity provided a much need- promised labrador retriever bred at the traditional wheat, I assure you. highest fame – particularly the days of ed public and positive face for the Mon - royal kennels and named appropriately In your article I was rather disappoint- the Blitzkrieg or Lightning War on archist League in Newfoundland. Lady Sandringham Chive. Lady Barlow doted ed to find that in your attempts to put the Britain by the Germans. Queen or no Barlow’s efforts in other areas of her on him. Everyone – the Queen in partic- spotlight on the monarchy’s archaic Queen, she willingly stepped right out Branch were less successful. Her unilater- ular – was kept informed of the dog’s uselessness, you made a personal attack into the rubble and placed herself on the al institution of dollar memberships for growth and development. His portrait on Princess Margaret. Seemingly borne same level as her self-designated “sub- the League in Newfoundland – she main- was painted and presented to the Sov er - from bitter randomness, you referred to jects”, displaying that she too was human tained ordinary people there could not eign and he was brought out on royal her life as “aimless”. In my opinion, this is and would stand with them to the end. afford its regular membership – endan- occasions such as the visits of the Prince besides the point of your article and This boost of morale, some veterans still gered the organization’s need to have a of Wales, Princess Royal and Earl of unfortunate to read. I certainly wouldn’t claim, was what helped Britons jump standard national fee and caused friction Wessex (then Prince Edward). Sandring - enjoy reading “Lead an aimless life” on back into the fight and overcome with the Dominion office and other ham’s death in September 1993 at 14 was MY tombstone just because I didn’t nec- German opposition, forcing the bomb- branches. More important, it failed to a great sadness for Jacqueline. By then essarily live up to the standards and high- ings to stop. The Queen Mum put herself produce many new members. Such con- she had retired as Branch Chairman. At lives of those around me. on the line for the sake of her subjects – siderations however were of secondary the Queen’s Ruby Jubilee Banquet in Also in your article, you express con- who were more than willing to return the importance to Lady Barlow’s vision of Toronto in 1992, she was awarded a Silver cerns that no Canadian “with a sense of favour. And, with regards to history, I what the League should be in her Badge of Service for her League work. Canada” has ever seen him or herself in think thankfully so. “Never was so much province. She received it from the hands of the the British. This is indeed a rather con- owed by so many to so few.” She continued to seek new PR oppor- guest of honour, His Majesty King fusing and ambiguous statement, as why You point out here that there has not tunities. Though never again hitting on Michael I of Romania. The citation read would a Canadian not be able to see him been a tremendous showing at Parlia- anything as sensational as the Declara- aloud at the presentation noted that Lady or herself in another nationality? Truly, if ment Hill or the Queen Mother’s resi- tion of Loyalty, she chalked up other suc- Barlow had “raised the Monarchy’s pro- we are such a “multicultural” society, as dence. What’s important to realize is that cesses. In 1979 she helped secure the file in Newfoundland and Labrador by we so often tout, then why are we so bent the monarchy’s influence and span is not approval of the Cabinet in Ottawa for the her unstinting efforts at promoting the on needless ethnic division? Even if the limited to one centralized region – it is designation ‘Royal’ bestowed on the League’s causes in diverse ways” and Crown was indeed only a British posses- truly widespread and people from all dif- Newfoundland Constabulary, one of the praised her “fierce loyalty and unmistak- sion, it would not be a fellow Canadian’s ferent types embrace it. Not all of them oldest police forces in North America, by able personal style”. Poor health in the place to tell anyone else where they can have the ability to show up at Her Her Majesty The Queen on 7 June that years that followed severely reduced her find their sense of nationality in a multi- Majesty’s front door to lay flowers, but year. Four years later Lady Barlow raised involvement in League work but nothing cultural ‘utopia’ as it were. After all, we can all remember her, put our flags at $1,300 to pay for the Colour for the could diminish her loyalty to her Queen. shouldn’t we be embracing all cultures, half-mast, and hopefully even perform force. The Colour was dedicated in a Tall and distinguished in appearance, traditional and non-traditional? Let’s put acts of kindness in her remembrance. I’m PHOTO CREDITS: Rideau Hall & Michael Hudson

36 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 LEAGUE NOTES… sure republicans would groan at the son), all of her decisions would be made thank-you for all of your time. I under- projects through modest contributions “waste of time and money” if a sea of entirely based on what is best for her stand you must be very busy but I want- to each made possible by the generosity people were to travel, showing up in people – and not what is best for the ed to at least tell you where this 15 year- of its members: remembrance. political party she’s affixed to. This is old stands. BRITISH COLUMBIA – Refurbishing You also claim that the institution of important to me as a citizen because and relocating heraldic plaques of Royal monarchy is a British one that we lean knowing that we have that security in BURKE’S PEERAGE & and Vice-Regal visitors to Government on, and not a Canadian one, at the end. It place is a comfortable feeling to me. To BARONETAGE SPECIAL OFFER House, Victoria is important to keep in mind that Queen know that when it comes right down to Peter Hinton, the SASKATCHEWAN – Erection of the Elizabeth II was crowned Queen of it, the people truly are in charge of the Editor, is very kindly Equestrian Statue of The Queen on the Canada on the same day she was crown- government, not the government in making the 106th edi- grounds of the Legislative Assembly, an ed as Queen of England and Australia charge of the people. Keep in mind that tion available to League undertaking partially funded by govern- and what-have-you. Although the royal within a constitutional monarchy, all of members at £199.50 ment and partially by public subscrip- family themselves have permanent resi- Her Majesty’s decisions must be made plus £10.00 postage and tion. dence in England, the system of govern- within the legal confinements of the packing, a substantial ONTARIO – Subsidizing scholarships ment which they are symbolic of is active nation she governs. Further, if ever her discount from the regular £295.00 in honour of the Golden Jubilee for two and relevant in all regions within the power were to be abused (a highly regular retail price. Inquiries and orders, teenaged students to attend the Royal Realm. The system of constitutional unlikely situation), it would be within mentioning “Monarchist League of Canadian College of Organists Pipe monarchy truly is democratic represen- the subject’s capabilities to throw her out Canada special offer” to AVA Publishing, Organ Week Course to be held in tation of all people as the monarch soars and disregard her decisions, should 56A Chapel Road, Worthing, West Sussex Hamilton during July. above and beyond politics. The Queen’s worse come to worse. Ultimately, it is BN11 1DQ, United Kingdom. If members know of other worthy royal- duty as Head of State is to represent her entirely within Canadians’ power to feel related projects, please advise the Dom - subjects, while not belonging to any par- secure and safe within our government. LEAGUE JUBILEE GRANTS inion Chairman, as the League would like ticular political leaning. In this, unlike a The monarchy is relevent and impor- In Golden Jubilee Year, the Dominion to make a contribution in every province President (for lack of a better compari- tant to me. That is all. A very gracious League will be supporting the following by the end of Jubilee Year.

BY THEIR LAST WILL & TESTAMENT FREE 6-MONTH The Monarchist League of Canada gratefully remembers those departed mem- bers whose bequests over the last decade have assisted to provide for the main- tenance of the League’s work across the Dominion of Canada whose Sovereign TRIAL MEMBERSHIP they faithfully served in life and whose welfare they forgot not in death. R.I.P. (Includes your subscription to CANADIAN MONARCHIST NEWS)  Ronald Roy Anger, Toronto, Ontario William Atkinson, Ajax, Ontario Clip this form today and give to a friend, family member or col- Walter Heslop Bilbrough, Toronto, Ontario league who might be interested in the work of the Monarchist Kenneth Connolly, Stoney Creek, Ontario Francis William Dollman, Victoria, British Columbia League of Canada. Now is the time for Canadians who care about William Vernon Goodfellow, Hamilton, Ontario our parliamentary monarchy, our unique way of life, our tradi- Ronald Powell Graham, Hamilton, Ontario tions and our future to learn more about the Canadian Crown, Reginald Gordon Harris, Kelowna, British Columbia the underpinning of our national identity and pride. Membership Isabel Louise Hill, Fredericton, New Brunswick includes a subscription to Canadian Monarchist News, the James Milton MacDonald, Toronto, Ontario authoritative journal of Monarchist thought and opinion, which Eileen Evelyn Parker, Calgary, Alberta contains much information about the Canadian and Natalie Platner, Markham, Ontario Helen Ralston, Toronto, Ontario Commonwealth Crown not easily found elsewhere. We welcome Daniel Edward Sage, Corbeil, Ontario your membership (offer limited to Canadian addresses) Grace Smith, Toronto, Ontario MAIL TO: THE MONARCHIST LEAGUE OF CANADA, Murray W. Waterman, Calgary, Alberta Elsie Wight, Ottawa & Toronto, Ontario PO BOX 1057, OAKVILLE, ON L6J 5E9  Sign me up with a complimentary 6-month trial membership in the A prominent League member and benefactor, Mr. Alex Paton of Victoria, League. I understand that at the end of that period you will send me BC, has written a letter on the subject of wills, which he kindly gave a renewal notice, which I may either complete and return with my permission for the League to circulate in any way that might be helpful. The Dominion Chairman sent it, along with a covering letter from the League, cheque, or mark “cancel” and return it to you without further obli- to all Life Members and to major contributors. If you would like to receive gation. copies of this material, Mr. Aimers would cheerfully send them to you on request. In his final paragraph, the Chairman stated, “As I reflect on what, together, we have accomplished over this last quarter-century and more, nothing would give me greater satisfaction than to know that some of our most NAME: ______dedicated members will wish to help continue the work which we have endeavoured to do in life.” ADDRESS: ______Make Sure The Work Goes On! Members who would like to ensure the continuation of the work of the Monarchist POSTAL CODE:______League of Canada in the years ahead, so that generations of the future may know the benefits of the Mon archy, are urged to consider the League’s needs in making their wills. A suggested form of bequest, devised by the League’s Honorary Solicitor, is TELEPHONE: ______provided below. I give and bequeath (or, in the case of real property: I give, devise and bequeath) If you are a student, please indicate what school, college or university you attend:______to the Monarchist League of Canada Incorporated, P.O. Box 1057, Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E9, the sum of ______.

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Scenes from Kingston Golden Jubilee Tea Senator Buchanan with (from right) found members attending a Luncheon Halifax Chairman Burke with Senator Buchanan with Pat Dorothy Kelly, Helen Wyman addressed by Dr. Peter Meinecke, Nation - Senator John Buchanan McNair and Sybil Carter al Chairman of the Royal Common - Halifax-Dartmouth Branch is in a Government House, Fredericton, at the wealth Society, former Provost of Uni- whirlwind of activity under new Chair - kind invitation of Her Honour The Lieu- versity of Toronto and former President man Scott Burke. Within his first months tenant Governor. The Dominion Chair - of the University of PEI... Paul Benoit and as leader, Scott has initiated a Branch web man will speak. Marje and Bev under- student member Stuart Eagleson repre- site, issued computer-designed Branch took many media interviews during the sented the Dominion Chairman at the Newsletter Atlantic Monarchist News, Royal Mourning, and attended a packed National Commeora tion of The Queen attended a Government House Golden service at the Cathedral followed by a Mother held at Christ Church Cathedral on the day of the Funeral... Members Jubilee launch ceremony, welcomed to a Reception at Government House. Branch Meeting Senator John Buchanan Quebec City members now have their expressed their support and affection to to speak about Royal Visits to Nova own Contact Group, organized by Wally Strome and Jean Galloway, who had both Scotia during his period as the province’s Raymond, more formally known as the been unwell but were reported as re- London Jubilee Tea convenors (l-r): Al Boyd, Premier, assisted in mounting a Jubilee Very Reverend Walter Raymond, Dean of cover ing in good spirits. Cyril Bagin & Anna Rowcliffe with Guest of display in the public areas at Govern - Quebec, who offered Grace at the Dom- Kingston Contact Group held its first Honour Senator Anne Cools ment House and coordinated the NS visit inion Jubilee Banquet in Toronto this event in many years, as long-time mem- ber Marlene McCracken assumed the tion promoting this commemoration of HRH Prince Michael of Kent – includ- March, and assisted in the Eucharist will be appearing before the Board of ing a Government House Tea and Con - attended by Prince Michael two days reins of leadership from Chris McCreery. Marlene organized a Gala Golden Jubilee Control in June. cert to which Their Honours graciously afterwards at St Thomas’s Church. Mon - Peterborough Contact Group held an invited many League members. Nigel archists in the Old Capital visited with Tea at Edith Rankin Memorial United Church for The Queen’s Jubilee Birthday afternoon meeting in May, featuring Service, son of long-time Monarchist Her Honour, The Lieutenant Gover nor at League Vice-Chairman Arthur Bousfield Gwen Service, assisted graciously with her Suite, at her gracious invitation, in on April 21 Amongst the 90 guests were Mr and his co-author Garry Toffoli discuss transportation arrangements for the order to express their condolences and to their new book on the Queen’s Reign. Prince. view an archival display of pictures of Speaker Peter Milliken, MP; John Gerret-  sen, MPP; Her Worship Mayor Isabel Toronto Branch welcomed librarian Pictou County Branch, NS organized The Late Queen Mother. The Dominion Noel McFerran to its January meeting for an Ecumenical Service of Thanksgiving Chairman delivered the Address at Holy Turner. Entertaining anecdotes were recounted by Michael Dunn, a former a talk on the Stuarts in Italy. Royal Week for The Queen Mother’s life at First Trinity Cathedral’s Golden Jubilee events were well attended, with Ann Presbyterian Church, New Glasgow. Thanks giving Evensong held on Sunday chef at Buckingham Palace with Jane Ann McCaw of the Belleville Branch. Wingfield’s bus tour and annual excur- June 9 at 5:00 pm. sion to Woodbine Racetrack proving Montreal Branch Chairman Dr Doug- Present in addition to League members popular as well as a Loyal Society Lunch- lass Dalton arranged a Solemn High Mass were other Loyal Society representatives eon at the Royal Canadian Military of Thanksgiving, celebrated by former including the UEL, the Canadian Club, Institute at which Mr Speaker Peter Dominion Officer Ven Peter Han nen, to the United Kingdom Dance Club, Scouts, Milliken was Guest Speaker. For the sec- be offered on Accession Day at the his- Masons and Queen’s University. ond consecutive year, weather dampened toric old Anglo-Catholic parish of Saint London Branch enjoyed seeing former numbers but not spirit as the Branch John the Evangelist. League members Chairmen Al Boyd and Helen Fitzgerald participated in Garry Toffoli’s Queen’s and parishioners were thrilled to wel- quoted in the Free Press feature article Birthday Parade, launch - come Her Honour, the Lieutenant Gover- heralding Accession Day. The Branch ed by Ontario Lieutenant nor to the service and reception which hosted a Discussion and Tea on March Jubilee Tea, April 6, Hampton High School. Governor James Bartle - followed. 17th in celebration of the Jubilee. Senator Bev Harrison, The Lieutenant Governor of New man. Brunswick, Mrs Marjorie Corbett, Honourary  Anne Cools was Guest Speaker, and well Ottawa Branch members were delight- Hamilton Branch wel - Tea Convenor, Richard Thorne, President, ed to hear Dominion Vice Chairman over 80 attended. Acting Chairman Al Kings County Historical Society. Boyd was assisted in organization by stu- comed the Dominion Paul Benoit, Branch Chairman Rafal Chairman and a busload New Brunswick Chairman Marje Har - dent members Mark Ambrogio and Cyril Heydel-Mankoo and executive member of enthusiastic young rison together with her husband, Mr Bagin. Sandra Barker is leading a Branch Joanne Nadeau as guest panelists during Mon archists from Tor - Speaker Bev Harrison, are organizing a effort to have the new London Arena a two-hour phone-in show about the onto at its elegant Golden Golden Jubilee Banquet on June 26th at Mon archy on CFRA radio. March 3rd named to honour The Jubilee – a delega-

Quebec City League Contact Group members call upon Her Honour the Lieutenant Governor in her Suite to express their condolences at the death of HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. Chairman and Dean of Quebec Fr Wally Raymond stands beside Mme Thibault as the Lord Bishop signs the Book of Remembrance. Photo: Mike Reshitnyk, Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph

38 – Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 BRANCH NEWS Jubilee Banquet held at Liana Station on its members who also enjoyed their jour- May 13, with over 225 members and ney to Victoria to meet Prince Michael. friends present. Organized by Branch Acting Chairman Bill Lee is planning the Chairman Sylvia Cook along with long- branch’s own Golden Jubilee Banquet time devoted workers Pauline O’Connor, June 29th, at the College Inn, Qualicum, Loretta Ray and Bob Finch, and emceed with John Aimers as Guest Speaker. with elan by Robert Oldham, the Banquet featured a sonorous Cadet Band, lively THREE BRANCHES entertainment by a local choral group LAUNCH WEB SITES, and a wonderful sense of fellowship. In FOURTH IN PROGRESS recent months members have frequently As Montreal Branch prepares to see Robert on CHCH television where he launch its web site in bilingual form represents the League’s views with con- thanks to Bill Schleihauf’s many hours of viction and style! patient work, three other Branches have Windsor Contact Group Chairman entered the electronic age and mounted Christopher Lucki addressed the Bi - Calgary Branch Chairman Fr Bob Greene, 3rd row centre, and Calgary members welcome John their own sites to allow their local out- centennial Branch of the United Empire Aimers (back row, l of Fr Greene) reach and programming to be accessible to all. In Ottawa, Hamilton and Halifax, own annual lunch – the speaker being given the privilege of hosting Prince Rafal Heydel-Mankoo, Bob Finch and Will Chabun of the Regina Leader-Post. Michael’s Victoria visit in the Spring. 12 Scott Burke, respectively have mounted Calgary Branch celebrated Accession new members were amongst the guests at first-class information pages done with Day with a Service at St John the the Branch’s annual Christmas Tea, with style and flare. You can access them Evangelist Church where Fr. Bob Greene, particular joy expressed at the birth of through the Links section on the main Branch Chairman, is Hon Assistant, fol- Elisabeth Margaret Anne Hallsor, brand League web site www.monarchist.ca lowed by a Dinner with over 100 present, new daughter of Bruce & Sharon Hallsor! at which Editor in Chief of the Calgary During Prince Michael’s March visit, Jubilé d’Or de Sa Majesté Herald Peter Menzies was the Guest member Bill Wolferstan introduced His Élisabeth II, Reine du Canada – Speaker. The Branch enjoyed a short visit Royal Highness to SALTS, a training sail- Célébration à Montréal from John Aimers in late summer. ing ship for youth, during a windy sail in Par René le Clère Edmonton Branch Chairman Ian Victoria Harbour, while Secretary Elaine Brown was a mem- Currie saw the Branch was properly rep- Le mercredi 6 février 2002, à 17 h 45, ber of the organ - resented at another of the Prince’s stops, en l’église Saint-Jean-l’Évangéliste de izing committee for the Cridge Centre. Bruce and Sharon l’avenue Président-Kennedy, à Montréal, the Feb 6th Golden Hallsor attended the Lieutenant Gover- « La petite église au toit rouge », une Jubi lee Dinner held nor’s Dinner for the Prince, as did Alex & messe eucharistique solennelle a été célé- at the Chateau La - Orma Paton. HRH’s arduous overnight brée en l’honneur de Sa Majesté Élisa - combe... the $125 a flight to Toronto and Halifax was gentled beth II, Reine du Canada, à l’occasion de plate black-tie affair by a most pleasant informal evening buf- son cinquantième anniversaire was sold old early, fet supper party graciously hosted by d’accession au trône. Chris Lucki at UEL Meeting with over 395 guests Alex & Orma Paton at their home. Construite entre 1877 et 1878, la char- mante église restée fidèle à la tradition Loyalists Association on his experience as in attendance led by Present in addition to the Royal Party The Lieutenant Gov- were Government House Private Secre - catholique au sein de l’Église anglicane, a the League’s Summer Intern at Queen’s été le siège d’une émouvante cérémonie Park and the role of the Lieutenant ernor and Mr Speak- tary Herb LeRoy and his wife Marjie, er Ken Kowalski, The Graeme & Brenda Sorley and Alice religieuse d’une heure et demie. Cette Governor. céré monie rassembla des centaines de Manitoba Monarchists bade farewell Chief Justice, three Sanders. Jubilee Coordinator Gene Fed - Provincial Cabinet derly is organizing a Canada Day Golden paroissiens et de monarchistes qui to outgoing Branch Chairman John avaient répondu à l’appel de la Ligue Robins and a warm welcome to his suc- Ministers, the Leader Jubilee cake-cutting at Beacon Hill Park. of the Opposition, 11 Edmonton Chairman MLA Jeff Bray spoke at the Queen’s monarchique du Canada et du révérend cessor Margaret Morlock, who undertook K.A. Schmidt, recteur de l’église, qui many media appearances on the death of MLA’s and a clutch of Ian Brown proud to Birthday Meeting of the Branch on April serve his Sovereign concélébra en compagnie d’une dizaine The Queen Mother. judges and mayors. 21, at which former AdeC to Lord  The evening raised Lady! Athlone, Lord Chatfield, cut the cake. The de confrères, dont le vénérable Peter Saskatchewan Branch and its indefati- Han nen, archidoyen de Montréal; le gable Chairman Fr Derek Nicholls main- over $14,000 for the Stollery Children’s Branch continued its advertising out- Hospital Founda tion... Ian also attended reach with a contemporary-style inser- révérend Éric E. Dyck, pasteur de l’Église tain a high profile, with Fr Nicholls sit- luthérien ne St. John; et le révérend Marc- ting on the Provincial Golden Jubilee a Loyal Societies Luncheon tendered in tion in a Seniors publication, and it honour of Prince Michael of Kent. mounted a joint float with the Royal Philippe Vincent qui chanta l’évangile en Committee. It helped to organize two  français. significant events on February 6th, the Victoria Branch welcomed its new Commonwealth Society in the commu- Chairman, lawyer Bruce Hallsor, and gave nity’s annual Victoria Day Parade. L’honorable Lise Thibault, lieutenant- actual date of the Golden Jubilee of The gouverneur du Québec, fit son entrée Queen’s Accession. First was a Service of thanks to Lt Gene Fedderly for his loyal Branch members sent best wishes to efforts on its behalf. An energetic adver- long-time member and Heraldry Society précédée de son aide de camp aux Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral, accords du God Save the Queen interpré- Regina, in the presence of The Lieutenant tising and recruiting campaign, jointly President Rean Meyer who has been funded by Dominion HQ and the unwell. té aux grandes orgues par le titulaire Governor and the Bishop of Qu’Appelle.  K.M. Komisaruk, directeur de la The Dean preached and Fr. Nicholls Branch, was initiated in local community Courtenay-Comox Branch organized a newspapers under the direction of well-attended Memorial for The Queen musique, qui dirigea aussi durant toute la offered prayers. The Roman Catholic cérémonie une chorale d’une douzaine Archbishop of Regina pronounced the Executive members Alex Paton and Mother, as Chairman Brian Scott – who Graeme Sorley. The Dominion Chairman also gave television, radio and newspaper de chanteurs en aubes blanches. Blessing. Afterwards, many members and Du haut de la chaire, le révérend Arlen guests attended a Golden Jubilee Dinner attended a November General Meeting interviews – and Branch Secretary Ann and gave a rousing Jubilee preview while Johnson organized the Service at St John Bonnar, ministre de l’Église unie St. at Government House, arranged in coop- James, fit une homélie fort bien sentie eration with the Branch. Receiving guests announcing that the Branch had been the Divine Church. Many members trav- eled to Victoria for the Luncheon with au sujet de Sa Majesté Élisabeth II, Reine with the Nicholls, Her Honour held a du Canada, et de la monarchie. Reception prior to Dinner and gracious- Prince Michael. Central Vancouver Island rallied 14 of L’office religieux se prolongea par une ly provided wine at table. Long-time rencontre amicale au Centre commu- member and Provincial Protocol nautaire, avec la présence du lieutenant- Director Michael Jackson offered the gouverneur qui prononça une allocution bilingual Grace, while the Loyal Toast et qui reçut avec beaucoup de chaleur et was offered by Dr Howard Leyton- de simplicité les hommages émus de cha- Brown, OC, SOM. Fr Nicholls emceed cune des personnes présentes. De nom- the programme, which featured as speak- breux livres et souvenirs concernant la ers The Lieutenant Governor, Assembly Reine furent exposés grâce à des prêts de Speaker Myron Kowalski and the plusieurs fidèles. Premier’s representative Doreen Hamil - Parmi les fidèles se reconnaissaient de ton, MLA. April 10 brought the Branch to nombreuses personnalités dont des Luncheon at Government House where The newest member of the Victoria Branch hommes à la poitrine barrée de décora- Her Honour welcomed organizations attends her first meeting! Welcome to Elizabeth tions. Les participants s’attardèrent fort with a Royal connection, while on Margaret Anne Hallsor, flanked by proud par- Branch Chairman Bruce Hallsor and Secretary longtemps et se quittèrent avec regrets. Victoria Day weekend the Branch held its ents Bruce and Sharon. Elaine Currie at Christmas Tea Que Dieu garde la Reine !

Canadian Monarchist News – Spring/Summer 2002 – 39 Sales for Subjects

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FOUR GENERATIONS ROYAL FAMILY LEAGUE CANADIAN FLAGS WONNASCOTT HERALDIC SOUVENIR STAMP PANE DIRECT IMPORT ROYAL FAMILY PRIMER FROM UK – 100 only available Faithful to design granted in the League’s Armorial PORTRAIT A whimsical yet thorough treat ment The British Post Office’s Tribute to The Queen Mother’s Bearings, including the use of the Royal Crown Direct import from National Gallery, UK, of the art and science of Canadian 100th: A full-colour pane (121 X 89 mm) bearing four per- approved by Her Majesty The Queen, produced by depicting four generations of The Royal Heraldry, copiously illustrated. forated stamps featuring The Queen Mother, The Queen, The Flag Shop in gold and crimson. Larger sizes for Family CMN 183 ...... $12.95 each The Prince of Wales and Prince William. Includes infor- indoor/outdoor display in lustrous 200-denier nylon, MC 183 ...... $1.00 each, mation card and special envelope. finished with sleeve. Table/ Mantelpiece size in 70- ...... 6 for $5.00 MC 179 ...... $10.00 each denier nylon, comes with black stick and igloo-style 99th Birthday Tribute to Queen Mother black base. “WOMAN OF THE CENTURY” BOOK – MC 186 Table/Mantelpiece Flag with base QUEEN MOTHER Direct Import from UK ...... $11.00 each, POSTCARD – LARGE SIZE The Daily Telegraph’s tribute to the Commonwealth’s ...... 5 for $50.00 Direct import from HM Tower of most beloved figure, introduced with an essay by noted N MC 187 Large Flag 3 ft X 5.25 ft with grommets London, Her Late Majesty in tiara and Royal authority Hugh Mass ing berd, together with a pho- ...... $75.00 each tographic account of The Queen Mother’s life with deft E regal pose and witty captions. MC 188 Medium Flag 2 ft X 3.5 ft MC 184 ...... $1.00 each, W with or without grommets (specify) ...... 6 for $5.00 MC 162 REDUCED ...... $35.00 ...... $65.00 each

WESSEX ROYAL I PEEL-BACK STICKERS Clothing & Jewellery WEDDING BOOK As illustrated, in red and T BRITISH GOLDEN JUBILEE STAMPS blue. Use on all your mail WOMEN’S SCARVES/HEAD SQUARES Edward & Sophie’s Direct import from UK and government forms. A silky 25" square for the ladies with former League logo lives, engagement E Con ven ient peel-back A set of five black & white stamps issued by in crimson & gold, and a thin crimson & gold border, on and wedding means no licking necessary! M Consignia to celebrate The Queen’s Jubilee: stark, a navy field. MC 163 REDUCED...... $10.00 MC15 ...... Sheets of five: and quite unlike most commemoratives. MC95 ...... $16.00 1 sheet for $1.00, 2 for $1.50 MC 185...... $10.00 the set 5 for $3.00 and 10 for $5.00 The NEW LEAGUE TIE has sold out due to popular demand. We will re-order, and have Specify number and quantity of each item stock available for the next issue. MAIL ORDERS TO: • Include postage • Enclose cheque or money order P.O. Box 1057, Oakville, Ontario, Canada L6J 5E9 All prices include the 7% GST NEW LEAGUE PIN A colour enamel badge Add postage, bearing the shield of the How ItemDescription Price TOTAL League’s Arms, and a prop- handling and many number each er safety catch. Individually bagged in plastic. insurance MC171 ...... $7.00 each as follows: 15% to total cost of order, min. $1.50, Canadian Symbols Kit/Chart max. $12.00 Ideal for schools/youth groups, the home, students, new Canadians or community centres, the KIT con- USA $10.00 extra sists of a SYMBOLS OF CANADA booklet with Overseas $20.00 extra activity sheets explaining our National Symbols – Coats of Arms, stamps, coins, foliage, flags, floral Postage emblems. It includes the CANADIAN SYMBOLS CHART – a beautiful colour double sided Poster & handling Name ______which combines all symbols: ideal for framing or dry mount. A must for every member to use & distrib- TOTAL ute. ENCLOSED MC149 ...... $8.00 each A d d r e s s ______P r o v . ______Postal Code ______

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