Minister LeBlanc issues statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Ottawa, Ontario, September 12, 2022 – Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, issued the following statement:

“As Queen of Canada for seventy years, Her Majesty accompanied Canadians through some of the most defining moments in our country’s history. Through her reassuring presence and graceful demeanour, she was an immense source of inspiration and pride for countless Canadians. 

I consider myself extremely privileged to have met Her Majesty on a few occasions during my father’s tenure as Governor General of Canada. I remember my father’s profound respect and affection for her. As the first Acadian to hold the office, my father saw his appointment as an opportunity to build bridges between Canadians of all origins - and in doing so, he had a model like no other in the person he represented here on Canadian soil, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

I also want to extend my deepest condolences to King Charles III and the entire Royal Family during this difficult time.”

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