Other commemorative medals include the Canadian Centennial Medal (1967) the Queen Elizabeth II’s Silver Jubilee Medal (1977) the 125th Anniversary of the Confederation of Canada Medal (1992) the Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee Medal (2002) and the Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee Medal (2012). They are typically awarded to recognize contributions made by Canadians from a broad spectrum of society.

Why are commemorative medals established?Ĭommemorative medals are established to mark special anniversaries or occasions. The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (New Brunswick) is a tangible way for New Brunswick to honour Her Majesty’s service to Canada, as well as those residents of New Brunswick who, like Her Majesty, have been exemplary in their service to others. Why is the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (New Brunswick) being created?Ī new commemorative medal has been created to mark the 70 th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada. The awarding of medals will occur throughout the Julbilee year. One third of the total medals are specifically intended for those who have made outstanding contributions to the province’s COVID-19 pandemic response. The program will be administered by the Office of Protocol of New Brunswick, with trusted partners including but not limited to Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), Members of Parliament (MPs), Senators, various governmental departments, Indigenous leaders, the RCMP, and the Canadian Armed Forces.Ī total of 3000 medals will be awarded by partners who will each be allocated a select number of medals for which to nominate the most deserving individuals in their constituency, organization or field of activity. The medal honours The Queen and her lifelong service to Canada, as well as those residents of New Brunswick who, like Her Majesty, have been exemplary in their service to others. The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (New Brunswick) was created to mark the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty’s Accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada.

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