A national commemorative ceremony in honour of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, was held on April 17, 2021 at Christ Church Cathedral in Ottawa. Watch the ceremony.
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh had a special connection to Canada. Since his first visit to Canada in 1951, he participated in 22 royal tours and received various honorary Canadian military ranks. His passing is a loss to our country.
Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh during their 1957 Royal Visit.
Royal Visit - 1957
Reference Number: e008299479-v6
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Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh at the Parliament Buildings, in 1957.
Reference Number: e008299478-v6
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His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh at Rideau Hall.
1959
Ottawa, Ontario
Credit: Photo by CAVOUK for the Government of Canada
Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh at Rideau Hall.
1959
Ottawa, Ontario
Credit: Photo by CAVOUK for the Government of Canada
The Right Honourable Jeanne Sauvé, Governor General of Canada (1984 to 1990), greets Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.
October 1987
Victoria, British Columbia
Scanned photo by Office of the Secretary to the Governor General.
Her Majesty The Queen, the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor General of Canada (1999-2005) and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh watch the proceedings at the National Ceremony marking the 60th Anniversary of D-Day, in Normandy, France.
June 6, 2004
Juno Beach, Normandy, France
Credit: MCpl Paz Quillé, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2004-0229-017
The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor General of Canada (1995-2005), and John Ralston Saul greet Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh upon their arrival in Regina.
May 17, 2005
Regina, Saskatchewan
Credit: Sgt Eric Jolin, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2005-0139-010
The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor General of Canada (1999-2005), and Mr. John Ralston Saul attend a departure ceremony for Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.
May 25, 2005
Calgary, Alberta
Credit: MCpl Cindy Molyneaux, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2005-0160-019
Her Majesty The Queen receives flowers during her walkabout. The Royal Tour, which ran from June 28 to July 6, 2010, included stops in Halifax, Ottawa, Winnipeg, Toronto and Waterloo.
June 28, 2010
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Credit: Cpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2010-0351-035
Upon her arrival at Rideau Hall, Her Majesty The Queen was greeted by the Secretary to the Governor General, Ms. Sheila-Marie Cook. The Royal Tour, which ran from June 28 to July 6, 2010, included stops in Halifax, Ottawa, Winnipeg, Toronto and Waterloo.
June 30, 2010
Ottawa, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2010-0352-003
Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh during their official departure ceremony at Queen’s Park, in Toronto. The Royal Tour, which ran from June 28 to July 6, 2010, included stops in Halifax, Ottawa, Winnipeg, Toronto and Waterloo.
July 6, 2010
Toronto, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2010-0359-022
Her Majesty The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh wave before they enter a plane. The Royal Tour, which ran from June 28 to July 6, 2010, included stops in Halifax, Ottawa, Winnipeg, Toronto and Waterloo.
July 6, 2010
Toronto, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2010-0412-013
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh is greeted by Governor General David Johnston. His Royal Highness visited Canada to present new regimental colours to the 3rd Battalion of The Royal Canadian Regiment, of which he was honorary colonel-in-chief.
April 23, 2013
Toronto, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2013-0172-027
The Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada (2010-2017), and Colonel Joe Aitchison (Ret’d), Honorary Colonel of The Royal Canadian Regiment, welcome His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh to Toronto.
April 26, 2013
Toronto, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2013-0172-028
Following his arrival in Toronto, His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh stands before a guard of honour presenting the Royal Salute. He is joined by Governor General David Johnston and Colonel Joe Aitchison. The 100-person honour guard comprises members of the Royal Canadian Regiment.
April 26, 2013
Toronto, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2013-0172-008
Governor General David Johnston and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh engage in conversation in the Library Room at the Fairmont Royal York, in Toronto.
April 26, 2013
Toronto, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2013-0173-016
Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston sit with the Duke of Edinburgh in the Library Room at the Fairmont Royal York, shortly before a special honours presentation.
April 23, 2013
Toronto, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2013-0173-020
Governor General David Johnston presents the insignia of Companion of the Order of Canada to His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh during a special presentation at the Fairmont Royal York, in Toronto. The Duke also received the insignia of the Order of Military Merit.
April 23, 2013
Toronto, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2013-0173-003
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh signs the registers of Companion of the Order of Canada and Commander of the Order of Military Merit during a special presentation at the Fairmont Royal York, in Toronto.
April 26, 2013
Toronto, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2013-0173-029
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh signs the guest register at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto.
April 23, 2013
Toronto, Ontario
Credit: Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG2013-0173-009
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh and Governor General David Johnston attend an event marking Confederation’s 150th anniversary.
July 19, 2017
London, United Kingdom
Credit: Sgt Johanie Maheu, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG05-2017-0292-076
Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh are greeted by Governor General David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston at Canada House.
July 19, 2017
London, United Kingdom
Credit: Sgt Johanie Maheu, Rideau Hall
Reference Number: GG05-2017-0292-018
On his last visit to Canada, in April 2013, he was appointed Companion of the Order of Canada and Commander of the Order of Military Merit for his service to Canada and to the Crown, to youth and to the betterment of humanity.
In addition, throughout his life and for more than 70 years of marriage, His Royal Highness proudly stood alongside Her Majesty The Queen. Together, they were a steadfast presence, witnesses to some of the greatest advances in human history, as well as some of the most challenging times the world has ever seen.
His Royal Highness long embodied dignity, loyalty and service to others. Before his retirement from public duties in May 2017, he had met twelve Canadian governors general and thirteen prime ministers. Over the years, he was also present at events that have shaped our nation, including the signing of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
His Royal Highness always held a keen interest in the personal development of young people and, through the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, has helped to advance the community engagement and personal achievement of young Canadians.
Time and again, he showed his lasting concern for our country and for Canadians. He was an inspiration to so many and will be greatly missed.
Book of Condolences
If you would like to sign the Book of Condolences, please visit Canadian Heritage.