Commemorations and activities following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II

Photos and videos

Commemoration Ceremony for Her Majesty the Queen in Ottawa
Photos – September 19, 2022

Commemorations for Her Majesty the Queen in London
Photos – September 19, 2022

Excerpt from Her Excellency’s statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Video – September 12, 2022

Ceremony to proclaim the Accession of the Sovereign
Photos – September 10, 2022

Messages and speeches

Statement on the Occasion of the State Funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Message – September 19, 2022

Their Excellencies to attend State funeral service for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Media Advisory – September 15, 2022

Message from the Governor General on the proclamation of the accession of His Majesty King Charles III
Message – September 10, 2022

Live statement from the Governor General on the passing of Her Majesty The Queen
Speech – September 8, 2022

Message of the Governor General following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Message – September 8, 2022

Media adivsories and news releases

Ceremony to proclaim the Accession of the Sovereign to take place at Rideau Hall
Media Advisory – September 9, 2022

The public is invited to sign the book of condolences following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
News Release – September 9, 2022

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