Vaughan dedicates City Hall fountain in honour of Queen Elizabeth II
Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council dedicated the fountain outside Vaughan City Hall in honour of Queen Elizabeth II today, which marks the first anniversary of her passing. They were joined by British Consul General to Toronto Fouzia Younis and members of the community for this special ceremony.
A plaque was publicly unveiled to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s life and love for Canada, which began during her first official visit to the country in 1951. Council endorsed a Member’s Resolution during the 2018-2022 term to memorialize Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong commitment to public service.
She was served by 12 Canadian Prime Ministers and visited Canada 23 times, referring to it as her “second home.” A champion of good causes, Queen Elizabeth II served as patron to more than 600 charities during her lifetime, bringing attention to vulnerable populations, disaster relief and so much more.
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“For more than 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II was Canada’s Queen. A year ago today, Vaughan joined communities across the country and the Commonwealth to mourn her passing. This morning, together with members of the community, our Council and staff proudly dedicated Vaughan City Hall’s central fountain in honour of her lifelong commitment to public service. Queen Elizabeth II’s charitable endeavours and passion for meaningful causes leave an inspiring legacy for us to follow. As residents and staff walk past the fountain when visiting City Hall, they will be reminded of her unwavering sense of duty. Queen Elizabeth II’s dedication to Canada and Canadians will forever remain an important part of our country’s history.”
- Mayor Steven Del Duca
QUICK FACTS
- Queen Elizabeth II was Canada’s longest-reigning monarch, whose 70-year reign lasted almost half the length of Canada’s existence as a country.
- Council endorsed a Member’s Resolution during the 2018-2022 term to dedicate the fountain to Queen Elizabeth II.
