Press Release Statement of Queen's Passing

September 9, 2022

RE: Statement on the Passing of Queen Elizabeth II

Friday, September 9, 2022 (Vermilion, Alberta) — It is a somber time for Canadians and citizens of the Commonwealth around the globe.

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully on September 8, 2022, at Balmoral Castle, Scotland. She was 96 years old.
“We were saddened to hear the news of Her Majesty’s passing Thursday,” said Mayor Greg Throndson. “She reigned with grace, compassion, and an unwavering sense of duty. We will fondly remember her as a dignified global leader and committed public servant.”

Her Majesty was 25 years old when she ascended to the throne on February 6, 1952, upon the death of her father, King George VI. This year marked her Platinum Jubilee — the 70th year of her reign — making the Queen the longest-reigning monarch in British and Commonwealth history. During that time, Her Majesty made more visits to Canada than any other country; over the course of her 22 visits, she managed to visit every province and territory. The last of her six visits to Alberta came in 2005.

The Town of Vermilion offers our deepest condolences to the Royal Family, the people of the United Kingdom, and the Commonwealth as a whole. The Town of Vermilion’s flags will be at half-mast from now until sunset on the day of the memorial service of Her Majesty the Queen.

The Government of Alberta has established a digital condolence book for Albertans to sign online. Alternatively, select provincial buildings — such as the Legislature — and participating MLA offices will have physical books for the public to sign.