[404], Historic Royal Palaces has planned for a Commonwealth-themed garden in the historic moat of the Tower of London. [253] Among their engagements were visits to a Catholic boarding school, St John Ambulance PNG, the Bomana War Cemetery, Papua New Guinea National Museum and Art Gallery, Port Moresby General Hospital, Vabukori, and Hanuabada. [362][363], On 3 June, a service of thanksgiving for the Queen's reign was held at St Paul's Cathedral. [503], In April 2022, a set of five commemorative 50p coins was released. The winning design was created by 19-year-old graphic design student Edward Roberts from Nottinghamshire. The cypher and numeral are surrounded by a seven-sided figure, adorned with maple leaves and pearls. [115] In spring, Ottawa's Confederation Boulevard, and several places in provinces and territories, were decorated with banners featuring the Jubilee colours. The couple then met members of the 'occupation generation'. The trees will be gifted to selected community groups for planting after the celebrations. The Prince held discussions with local chiefs and elders, and met local food producers at the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre. Five finalists were selected to prepare their creation for a judging panel, with the winning recipe being made available to the public at Big Jubilee Lunches during the Jubilee weekend. [112][113], The Jubilee is the first time in Canada's modern era that a Canadian monarch celebrates a platinum jubilee. [11] The Archbishop of York praised the Queen for being "still in the saddle" and thanked her "for staying the course". [254], During the Princess's visit, the Minister for National Events, Justin Tkatchenko, said that the country won't make a transition to a republic, and Papua New Guinea is embracing its monarchy and "making it bigger and better than it was before". He said, "when I look at her, I see someone who has conquered life". [24], The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited from 19 to 22 March. [191] On 17 June, the Royal Commonwealth Society of Toronto will host a gala at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto. [499][500], At an event organised by the Douglas Borough Council, 70 trees were planted by schoolchildren next to a new cycleway at Spring Valley alongside the edge of Douglas Golf Course. [262] They also toured a cocoa plantation and met representatives of female-led businesses before visiting Sulphur Springs and having lunch with the prime minister. The massive image of the Jubilee Crown emblem and a silhouette of the Queen were submitted to the Guinness Book of World Records as the "largest light art composition". [218][219] Rotary Club Malta lit a Jubilee Beacon at the Msida Bastion Historic Garden in Floriana; attendees to the event included British High Commissioner Katherine Ward. [158] In the same month, A Battery of the 1st Regiment of the Royal Canadian Horse Artillery was also renamed "The Queen's Battery". [546] On 3 November 2021, Nigel Baker, the British Ambassador to Slovakia, planted a tree at a local park in ilina, Slovakia; at the initiation of landscape architect Marek Sobola. [523], A competition was launched by the Ministry of Youth, Sports, Culture & Heritage to find a song or a jingle that "exemplifies the celebration of 70 years of the Queen's reign". [583][584], A light display was projected onto four Bernese Alps mountains, including the 3,967-metre-high (13,015ft) Eiger. [8][306][307][308] Outdoor billboards across the United Kingdom, including Piccadilly Circus, were lit up. [14], Members of the Royal Family undertook a series of royal tours of Commonwealth countries.

[521][524], On 2 June, beacons were lit on the grounds of Pedro St. James, in Grand Cayman and at the Christopher Columbus Gardens in Cayman Brac. [336], From 30 May to 3 June, HMY Britannia hosted 65 former crew members for 'Yotties Week'. [288], A 70ft (21m) sculpture called 'Tree of Trees' was erected outside Buckingham Palace for the June celebrations. [552] The President of Germany paid tribute to the Queen in a video message. [561], On 28 May, the Red Arrows took part in an aerial display over Le Touquet.[562]. The city hall in Fredericton was lit in purple from 2 to 5 June. [426][427] DK Books UK was commissioned by the British Government to publish the book, which was designed to celebrate the people, places, achievements of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth over the last 70 years. [280] The food sector was the only sector that saw sales volumes spike by 3.1%. [160] A documentary, The Queen and Canada, aired on 4 June on CBC News Network. [112], With the consent of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien Bridge was lit up in red, white and blue in the Queen's honour. [90][91], On 13 March, Government House, Brisbane hosted an open day, allowing the public to tour parts of the building and its gardens. [304][305] The Queen's Accession Day message was released later that evening. [479] Schools will plant "a tree for every class" and a commemorative 50p coin will be presented to every full-time student. [485], The Committee for Education, Sport & Culture launched a competition for islanders to design a Jubilee flag. [85], On 18 June, the Blackstone-Ipswich Cambrian Choir will host a concert at St Paul's Anglican Church, Ipswich, featuring music from the Queen's Coronation, such as Handel's Zadok the Priest and Parry's I was glad. These last seven decades have seen extraordinary progress socially, technologically and culturally that have benefitted us all; and I am confident that the future will offer similar opportunities to us and especially to the younger generations in the United Kingdom and throughout the Commonwealth. [31] They were greeted by Governor-General Dame Susan Dougan and acting Prime Minister Montgomery Daniel. [461] The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic each commissioned brooches to be gifted to the Queen to mark the occasion. [231], On 2 June, at midday, a 21-gun salute was fired at Point Jerningham, Wellington. An evening fireworks display also took place along Seven Mile Beach. [563] In a video message, Macron said: Since your first state visit to France, when you were welcomed to Paris by a generation who, alongside your Army, Navy and Air Force, had fought for the freedom we now enjoy, you have visited us many times. [582], The British Residents Association has planned a series of events across Switzerland during June. [203], The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Jamaica from 22 to 24 March. plant at least 50 indigenous trees in each of the 10 provincial capitals of Zambia. [128][129] Several provincial governments have made their own plans to issue jubilee medals; with the governments of Alberta and Saskatchewan planning to issue 7,000 medals each, Nova Scotia issuing 5,000 medals, Manitoba issuing 1,000 medals, New Brunswick issuing 3000 medals, and Prince Edward Island issuing 584 medals. [12], On 2 March, an exhibit was unveiled at the Canadian Museum of Nature. [11][10] Actors, singers, presenters and sports stars rode on open-top buses. Celebrations were launched by Canadian Heritage on 6 February. It is the largest coin the Mint has ever produced. [541], In Pitcairn Island, the smallest British overseas territory with just 35 inhabitants, a Jubilee dinner was held on 2 June and the island was the final territory to light a Jubilee beacon. [151][152] Canada Post issued a commemorative stamp, which features a profile of the Queen by Arnold Machin. [177][178], In St. John's on 17 May, they participated in a moment of reflection and prayer at the Heart Garden with Indigenous leaders and community members. [586], On the Queen's 96th birthday, American toy manufacturing company Mattel released a Barbie doll bearing the Queen's likeness. [276] The 28 million cost does not include the cost of the extra bank holiday. In Northern Ireland, the Reservists of 206 Ulster Battery Royal Artillery fired a 21-gun salute at Hillsborough Castle. [281], The regal purple used in the emblem has been closely matched to the purple in the Queen's Robe of Estate, worn by her at the Coronation in 1953. [587] The doll is fitted with an elegant ivory gown and blue ribbon adorned with decorations of order. [279] In July 2022, it was reported that the retail sales dipped by 0.1% in June despite Jubilee celebrations, which was less than what was expected amid the economic crisis but still showed a downward trajectory. The Platinum Jubilee of Elizabeth II is being celebrated in 2022 in the Commonwealth of Nations to mark the 70th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II on 6 February 1952.

Mottley congratulated the Queen and said "all of us are grateful" for the Queen's work at bringing stability to the Commonwealth.

[409], Westminster Abbey roof will be opened to public for the first time. [217], On 2 June, a tune called Diu Regnare, was played on bagpipes outside the Queen's former Piet house Villa Guardamangia. [486] The Weighbridge Mast will fly the flag over the summer. Pure Gold Coin Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Diadem Mintage: 225 (2022)", "1 oz. [71][72], From 2 June to 31 December, the National Capital Exhibition is presenting The Queen and Me, celebrating the Queen's 14 visits to Canberra during her 70-year reign. [13], The Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey on 14 March reflected the Jubilee with a special focus on the role that service plays in the lives of people and communities across the Commonwealth. The design also incorporates the Jubilee emblem. [300] The winner was announced on 12 May in the BBC One documentary The Jubilee Pudding: 70 Years in the Baking, with the Duchess of Cornwall in attendance.[301]. [116][117] Provincial governments also started planning for the Jubilee in 2021. [247], On 8 June, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended a Jubilee celebration hosted by the British High Commission in Islamabad.

[423] The Severn Valley Railway repainted the steam engine 34027 Taw Valley in purple, and temporarily renamed it "Elizabeth II". [354] During the weekend, Sandringham and Balmoral were open to visitors,[10] and the Manchester Flower Show featured royal-themed displays.

[172] Amherstburg held a jubilee weekend from 20 and 21 May, attended by the lieutenant governor of Ontario. [364] After the service, members of the Royal family attended a reception at London's Guildhall, hosted by the Lord Mayor. [536] On 4 June, a street party was held at Governor's Parade. [82] Another service of thanksgiving was held at the Loch Public Hall. It depicted the Queen on a commemorative 50p coin, and took 10 days to complete. The film includes unseen footage from the Queen's archive, and is narrated by the Queen herself.

[538] Upon their arrival, the couple were greeted by Sir David Steel, the governor, and Fabian Picardo, the chief minister and received a military welcome by a Guard of Honour formed of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment. [387] The Queen and her heirs appeared on the balcony of the Buckingham Palace for the finale of the pageant, and she later thanked everyone for their "good wishes" in a statement. [32] During their visit on 25 April, the couple interacted with local craftspeople, creatives and community groups, and visited Sir Vivian Richards Stadium and the National Sailing Academy. [126], On 9 April, the City of Melfort, Saskatchewan, held high tea. The Nevisian Premier's ministry plans[needs update] to plant trees at six locations in Nevis, leading up to 2 June.

On the same day, a specially-scripted proclamation was read by town criers in multiple cities across Canada. [75][76] The ceremony also included dedicating the new Queen Elizabeth Water Gardens, which transformed the nearby foreshore as well as improve water quality. On 2 June, the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Beacons were lit at Glacis Field, in front of a crowd of 5,000 people. But I have been humbled and deeply touched that so many people have taken to the streets to celebrate my Platinum Jubilee. [518] The governor read a special proclamation, and speeches were given by the speaker of the parliament, premier and the leader of the opposition. [588], Former President Barack Obama said in a message:[589]. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the United Kingdom will "show with every bonfire, every concert and street party, and every aerobatic display a love and devotion to reciprocate the love, devotion and leadership she has shown to the whole country over seven decades". [109][98][110] A planned visit to the Akte 'il Ha cacao farm in Indian Creek was scrapped due to residents' protests over lack of consultation about the local football pitch earmarked for the couple's helicopter landing as well as an ongoing dispute over land with Fauna and Flora International, of which the Duke is a patron. [452], Across England, Jubilee-themed woolly postbox toppers appeared in towns and villages. [202], Platinum Jubilee Medals will be presented to members of the Jamaica Defence Force, the Jamaica Constabulary Force, the Department of Correctional Services, the Jamaica Fire Brigade and the Emergency Medical Services. [270], On 3 June, planting of trees took place at Government House, followed by a reception for dignitaries and guests. Church across Jersey marked the occasion by ringing bells at noon for 15 minutes.

[12], Prior to the lighting of beacons on 2 June, bagpipers across the country played the bugle calls Diu Regnare and Majesty. [365] The Queen did not attend these events, after having experienced "discomfort" at Trooping the Colour on 2 June. [442][443], Women's Institute members knitted toy corgis and hid them across the United Kingdom. We made advancements in medical research, most recently with vaccines. [448] Sir Michael Morpurgo released a new book There Once Is A Queen. During the Jubilee central weekend, Canada saw 227,000 searches for the word "Jubilee" on Google, while just over 200,000 were recorded in Australia. In Canberra, evensong at St Paul's Church, Manuka was attended by the governor-general of Australia. [180] On 19 May, the couple arrived in Yellowknife and Dettah. The Earl also met older members of the local community, brought together by Age Friendly Belfast, while the Countess joined in with craft activities, making crowns and toy corgis with school children. [31][204][98] They joined young football players in Trench Town, and celebrated the legacy of Bob Marley and other Jamaican musicians. [541] Other activities include poetry and art competitions for children and social activities for various age categories. [322] Actors Helen Mirren and Tom Cruise were involved, with Mirren playing Queen Elizabeth I. [422] Reading Buses also unveiled a special Jubilee bus, that will be used in Reading, Windsor and London throughout the year. On 4 June, a Saturday fete was held at Frette Farm by The Blonde Hedgehog. [130][131][132][133][134][135] The same legislative act that authorized Alberta's Platinum Jubilee medals also replaced awards created for Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee with platinum jubilee equivalents, and increased their monetary prizes. [182][183][184], In Aurora, Ontario, a commemorative bench was installed at Queen's Diamond Jubilee Park on 2 June, with a celebration taking place 4 June. [533], On 25 April, Gibraltar issued a set of commemorative stamps. No monarch, by their efforts, dedication and achievement, better deserves the attribute of greatness. [102], On 25 May, the Speaker of the Bangladesh Parliament Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury was guest of honour at a reception at the British High Commission. [12] Each of the 13 gardens will include plants suited to the local climate. [576], The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visited the Republic of Ireland from 24 to 25 March. [459] The Jubilee was also marked at the Legoland Windsor Resort, where a pageant down The Mall in miniature and a picnic scene at Windsor Castle were created. [268], On 9 June, Samoa Government officials including Acting Prime Minister Tuala Iosefo Ponifasio, Opposition Leader Tuilaepa Dr. Sa'ilele Malielegaoi, and Members of Parliament, attended a Platinum Jubilee reception hosted by the British High Commissioner at the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum at Vailima. The winning recipe by Anne Frawley is called the "Cayman Sunrise Cake", which is adapted to include flavours and ingredients native to the Cayman Islands. It will feature family photographs, and mementos of the day, and personal stories of what their interactions with the Queen has meant to the people of Canberra. [323], On 13 May, a 550-mile (890km) torch relay across Suffolk began. [31] In County Waterford, the couple visited Waterford city centre, met with members of the Ukrainian community, toured a selection of museums and learned about the history of Reginald's Tower. At Kelso, in the Scottish Borders, the celebrations involved a parade and re-enactment of the coronation. [415] In May, it was announced that the eight places that will be awarded city status were: Bangor in Northern Ireland; Colchester, Doncaster and Milton Keynes in England; Dunfermline in Scotland; Wrexham in Wales; Douglas in the Isle of Man; and Stanley in the Falkland Islands. 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[38] "We plan to hold a range of events to coincide with key dates throughout 2022, to show our respect and appreciation for seven decades of service", said then Prime Minister Scott Morrison. [210], On 2 June, Rotary Malaysia District 3300 lit a beacon.

You have shared our joys and seen the deep affection and admiration that the people of France have for you. [145][146][147][148], The Royal Canadian Mint released a series of coins, including the two-coin Jubilee set,[12] a one-ounce platinum coin,[149] a double-portrait proof silver dollar,[150] and coins depicting the Queen's Diamond Diadem. [163] On 14 March, a time capsule was buried at Government House, British Columbia. Morrison and the Leader of the Opposition, Anthony Albanese, also offered their personal congratulations to the Queen. [337], On 1 June, the First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon moved a motion in the Scottish Parliament congratulating the Queen. [516] On 6 June, Caymanians celebrated with the traditional parade and garden party at Government House, Cayman Islands. [286][287] By March 2022 more than one million trees had been planted. The relationship between the Hawaiian monarchs and the British royal family, formed in the 19th century, was also highlighted. [508], During their visit to the island of Cyprus from 20 to 22 June 2022, the Earl and Countess of Wessex spent time meeting British Armed Forces and their families based at the Sovereign Base Areas. [545], Tree planting ceremonies took place in several countries as a part of the Queen's Green Canopy. [568][569], A Jubilee Concert took place at All Saints' Anglican Church, Rome, on 5 June. Other gifts included a ceremonial saddle and cavalry sabre. On 3 October 2021, the Princess Royal planted a tree at the residence of the British Ambassador to France. Tours will run from June to August. On 2 June, frontline serving members of the Royal Falkland Islands Police, Falklands Fire & Rescue, Falkland Islands Defence Force, and other emergency services were awarded commemorative Platinum Jubilee medals at Government House.