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Althia Raj

Canadians Vented About Cost Of Queen Celebration

HuffingtonPost.com | Althia Raj | Posted 04.22.2013 | Canada Politics
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OTTAWA — NDP MP Pat Martin isn’t the only Canadian who believes our ties to the monarchy are outdated and idiotic. Based on documents obtained...

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A Long History of Animal Diplomacy (It's Not Just Pandas!)

Lee Tunstall | Posted 04.10.2013 | Canada Politics
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Lee Tunstall

With the arrival of Er Shun and Da Mao on their very own Panda FedEx Express last week, almost all of Canada stopped to welcome the darling bears. Animals, especially exotic ones, have a long history of being used in diplomatic gestures.

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Elizabeth Writes Elizabeth Back

The Huffington Post Canada | Posted 04.05.2013 | Canada Politics
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The Queen has once again refused a request from a frustrated Canadian, only this time the appeal came from the leader of a federal party. Jennie Vi...

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How Canada Post Chooses What Goes on a Stamp

Robert Waite | Posted 03.20.2013 | Canada
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Robert Waite

As the (non-paid) Chair of the Canada Post Stamp Advisory Committee, I'll try to explain how an image of Stompin' Tom (and others) finds its way on to that small piece of perforated real estate. But how do we pick the subjects? Well, it all starts with the Canadian public. Anyone can submit an idea for a stamp topic or subject.

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Queen Hospitalized

AP | Raphael Satter | Posted 03.03.2013 | Canada
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LONDON -- Britain's Queen Elizabeth II was hospitalized Sunday over an apparent stomach infection that has ailed her for days, a rare instance of ill ...

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The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Whips Up Passionate Patriotism With: Rule Britannia!

Lisa Bui | Posted 04.01.2013 | Canada Alberta
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Lisa Bui

The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, with international rising superstar, Callum Smart, enraptured the Jack Singer concert hall with English sophistication, elegance and majestic sound. Callum Smart, the shining crown jewel of this evening's performance, heralds from England and gave an awe-inspiring performance for someone so young!

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Serve Others This Year, Urges Queen Elizabeth

CBC | Posted 02.24.2013 | Canada
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Queen Elizabeth's Christmas message urges carrying on the spirit of togetherness and friendship captured in 2012 by the London Summer Olympics and Dia...

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Happy 65th Wedding Anniversary To The Queen And Prince Philip!

2 For Couples | Sarah Laing | Posted 11.20.2012 | Canada Style
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Congrats Liz and Phil -- you made it to your "Blue Sapphire" wedding anniversary! The Queen and her consort, Prince Philip, were married 65 y...

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Colour Trends With A Little Help From Queen Elizabeth And Pantone

The Huffington Post Canada | Sarah Kelsey | Posted 09.06.2012 | Canada Style
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If there's anyone who has rocked a signature style for most of her life, it's Queen Elizabeth II. For the 60 years she's been on the throne, she's don...

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The Ultimate Royal Accessory

The Huffington Post Canada | Posted 06.03.2012 | Canada Style
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No other accessory symbolizes a queen better than her crown. Over the course of her 60 years as the British Commonwealth's reigning monarch, Queen Eli...

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Canadian Citizenship -- What's the Queen Got to Do With It?

Anthony Morgan | Posted 08.01.2012 | Canada Politics
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Anthony Morgan

To many individuals and families around the world, Canada is rightfully regarded as a resettlement destination that offers immigrants and new Canadians a range of freedom. Why then, is there a legal obligation for individuals to take a solemn oath of allegiance to faithfully serve the Queen, her heirs and successors in order to gain full access to the democratic protections of Canadian citizenship?

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Ain't No Party Like A Queen Liz Party

CP | Steve Rennie, The Canadian Press | Posted 06.09.2012 | Canada Politics
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OTTAWA - Canada seems to have more monarchists looking for a party than the government thought.A new document shows the Department of Canadian Heritag...

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Althia Raj

Queen Refuses Request To Fire Harper

HuffingtonPost.com | Althia Raj | Posted 03.05.2012 | Canada Politics
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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has refused a request by a Quebec resident to fire Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Chantal Dupuis, a Montrea...

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Quebec MPs Refuse To Accept Jubilee Medals

CP | Posted 04.07.2012 | Canada Politics
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MONTREAL - Not everyone is thrilled that the federal government is spending millions, at a time of deep budget cuts, to celebrate the Queen's diamond ...

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Canada Kicks Off Queen's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations

CP | Michelle McQuigge, The Canadian Press | Posted 04.06.2012 | Canada
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TORONTO - Flag-raisings, speeches and medal ceremonies are hardly the trappings of a typical party, but the festivities surrounding the start of the Q...

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Get Ready For A Royal Party

CP | Michelle McQuigge, The Canadian Press | Posted 04.05.2012 | Canada Politics
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TORONTO - When Princess Elizabeth succeeded to the British throne in 1952, Canada hailed her as the country's queen even before the declaration was is...

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Like 500,000 Wavin' Flags

CP | The Canadian Press | Posted 12.28.2011 | Canada Politics
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OTTAWA - The federal government wants Canadians to be "wavin' flag" for Queen Elizabeth's 60th year on the throne.Canadian Heritage has issued a tende...

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Althia Raj

What To Expect On Harper's Australian Trip

HuffingtonPost.com | Althia Raj | Posted 12.25.2011 | Canada Politics
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Prime Minister Stephen Harper heads to Perth, Australia Tuesday for a biennial meeting with Commonwealth leaders and a likely audience with the Queen,...

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Althia Raj

Tories Tell Diplomats To Hang The Queen

HuffingtonPost.com | Althia Raj | Posted 11.07.2011 | Canada Politics
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HANG THE QUEEN: TORIES TELL DIPLOMATS UPDATE: The request was for missions to reply back by September 15, 2011 to confirm that all official portrai...

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Canadian Prime Minister Stirs Passions With Pro-Royalty Name Change

AP | By ROB GILLIES | Posted 10.21.2011 | Canada
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TORONTO -- Canadians were thrilled when Prince William and Kate traveled across the country on their first official trip as a married couple. They bar...

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90 Cringe-Worthy Quotes From Birthday Boy Prince Philip

The Independant | Posted 08.11.2011 | Canada
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From Papua New Guinea to Stoke-on-Trent, Prince Philip has left his mark around the world. As his 90th birthday looms, Hannah Ewan recalls the soundbi...

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