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The League’s main recruiting and informational materials, including Canadian Monarchist News.
The fourth study to be completed since the initiation of this project by the Monarchist League of Canada in 1999, this survey offers a comprehensive re-analysis of the operation of the Canadian Crown since the appointment of Michaëlle Jean as Governor General in 2005.
Since 2002, when controversies alleging excessive spending by Rideau Hall surfaced in Parliament and the media, many changes in reporting, operations and disclosure have been implemented, so allowing for a clearer picture of the cost of the Canadian Crown. These improvements, along with the updates contained in this report, serve to underscore the effectiveness of Canada’s vice-regal representatives and the efficiency of their offices.
This survey makes clear that Her Majesty’s representatives in Canada carry out hundreds of community, ceremonial, and constitutional duties, so representing The Queen of Canada both at home and abroad. This work is carried out with the assistance of many federal and provincial government departments and volunteers, and performed for what is in fact a moderate cost to each Canadian.
Government accounts for the 2006-2007 fiscal year provide the most comprehensive recent information available. Thus, these figures, together with Statistics Canada’s population figures, are used as the basis of this survey.
League members receive this lively periodical several times each year. CMN provides a range of material that is often unavailable or hard to find elsewhere. In addition to its own writers, it features absorbing articles by distinguished authors such as John Fraser, Dr Michael Jackson, Dr Christopher McCreery, Fr Jacques Monet, Sir David Smith and Robert Watt. It offers original articles on topics ranging from the cost of the Crown and the activities of the Royal Family in Canada to the role of the Governor General and the lieutenant governors. It reviews recent books of interest to monarchists. It praises and pans public figures and institutions in Crowns and Maces
. It alerts you to controversial issues. It provides a forum for readers to express their views. It reports on League initiatives and activities. It offers a range of books, cards, apparel and souvenirs in Sales for Subjects
.
Complete issues after Summer 2004, as well as the Spring/ Summer 2002 edition of CMN, are available as PDF files. Previous issues are presented as selected articles. Back issues in print format may be available. Enquiries please to domsec@sympatico.ca.
Royal Canadian Navyonce again?
Queen at home — but the Governor General abroad?
the dog that didn't bark, by Dr. Stephen Phillips
the Chief Herald of Canada reflects on the CHA's first 16 Years, A bold successful national cultural experiment
a private working visit
flying visit to celebrate the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme's 40th Anniversary
news of the Crown from at home and abroad
extracts from articles about the Crown
a compendium of activities around the Monarchist League of Canada
League members' noteworthy accomplishments
Six engagements in hectic 11 hours
Analysis of controversy about Mme Clarkson's travel and spending, together with extensive excerpts of testimony before the House of Commons' Committee examining the issue
Canadian pop idol Bryan Adams took photo of HM now appearing on postage stamp
James Bartleman's initiative encouraged Ontarians to give hundreds of thousands of books for isolated First Nations' school libraries
Original research about the traditions, changes and now, fresh approach to vice-regal apparel in one Province
CP reveals understanding of Canadian Monarchy
Obituary of the distinguished historian by renowned author and political scientist Dr. David Smith
Brief news reports of monarchical interest from around the Commonwealth and across the world. Some highlights in this Round-up: The Royal Canadian Mint's unique gift to The Queen…House of Commons Report on Governor General's expenditures and activities…Republican rumblings in Jamaica
The latest take on the British Empire through an historian's eyes
Report and photos of an annual Monarchist League event
These last two items give some of the flavour of the activities of the League's branches and individual members
Waterloo Member’s Saga of a Loyal Action
The federal government celebrates The 50th anniversary of The Queen's Coronation in 1953
Account with photos of June visit by Andrew while in Toronto: the League's second Royal Visit
Report of Andrew's two journeys to Canada in May and June, 2003
An official of the Canadian Heraldic Authority looks at the varied traditions of ceremonies crowning monarchs
How the abolition of the Public Service Oath to The Queen was pushed through Parliament
Original reflections on the thoughtful planning of official Royal tours of Canada by the federal government's lead organizer
The noted Jesuit historian and author reflects theologically about the Crown's role
How the Monarchy developed as a distinctly Canadian institution from its colonial roots
Items of League interest from around the country
How I Received Royal Clemencyby Capt (N) Peter Traves
The fourth study to be completed since the initiation of this project by the Monarchist League of Canada in 1999, this survey offers a comprehensive re-analysis of the operation of the Canadian Crown since the appointment of Michaëlle Jean as Governor General in 2005.
Since 2002, when controversies alleging excessive spending by Rideau Hall surfaced in Parliament and the media, many changes in reporting, operations and disclosure have been implemented, so allowing for a clearer picture of the cost of the Canadian Crown. These improvements, along with the updates contained in this report, serve to underscore the effectiveness of Canada’s vice-regal representatives and the efficiency of their offices.
This survey makes clear that Her Majesty’s representatives in Canada carry out hundreds of community, ceremonial, and constitutional duties, so representing The Queen of Canada both at home and abroad. This work is carried out with the assistance of many federal and provincial government departments and volunteers, and performed for what is in fact a moderate cost to each Canadian.
Government accounts for the 2006-2007 fiscal year provide the most comprehensive recent information available. Thus, these figures, together with Statistics Canada’s population figures, are used as the basis of this survey.
Released March 2006.