Sunday, February 6 marks the 70th anniversary of the accession of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, making her the first British monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee.
Throughout the year, a number of activities will take place across the country to mark the milestone.
This began with the raising of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee flag this morning at Confederation Building.
Premier Andrew Furey congratulated the Queen, saying the historic milestone exemplifies “the true meaning of service to Canadians, with steadfast purpose and dedication.”
Today marks 70 years since Queen Elizabeth II acceded to the throne, following the death of her father, King George VI.
Her Majesty was proclaimed Queen throughout the UK and Commonwealth in the early hours of 6 February 1952.
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— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) February 6, 2022
