Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on the 90th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada

OTTAWA, April 21, 2016 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the 90^th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada:

"Today, Sophie, our children, and I join Canadians across the country to celebrate the 90^th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada.

"I am deeply mindful of Her Majesty's long and tireless service to the Commonwealth and its citizens. Since Her Majesty acceded to the throne in 1952, Queen Elizabeth II has served with dignity, wisdom, and grace.

"Over the past 64 years, Her Majesty has stood with Canada through key moments of our country's history and, as our nation underwent change and transformation, has been a rock of stability and a steadfast keeper of tradition.

"Today we admire her devotion to duty, and are thankful for her deeply-held affection for our country and unwavering loyalty to all Canadians.

"On behalf of the Government of Canada, I wish Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II a happy 90^th birthday, and continued health and happiness for many years to come."

Canadians wishing to send birthday wishes to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II are invited to do so on the Governor General's website at www.gg.ca/QEII90.

This document is also available at http://pm.gc.ca

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