On February 6, 2022, the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s accession day, an unprecedented anniversary will be recognized: Her Majesty will become the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, making 70 years on the throne, in service to the people of Canada and the Commonwealth.

The Queen has a long-standing relationship with Canadians, having travelled to Canada 22 times, more than any other country. The Queen came to British Columbia seven times– six as Canada’s sovereign and once as Princess Elizabeth, Duchess of Edinburgh.

The Honourable Janet Austin, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, as the representative of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in the province, will mark the Platinum Jubilee with a variety of events, initiatives, and awards, and visits to communities throughout the province.

Learn more about the Platinum Jubilee programmes and events coming up throughout 2022.