A Diamond Jubilee Day of Programming
Sunday on CPAC
(Ottawa, May 31, 2012) – This Sunday, CPAC takes viewers across the Atlantic to join in the LIVE British Diamond Jubilee celebrations marking the 60 year-reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant – LIVE at 8:30 am ET / 5:30 am PT
Live from London, more than 1,000 boats will celebrate the Queen’s 60-year reign and Britain’s maritime history by sailing down the River Thames.
As Canada’s Head of State, the Queen and monarchy play a significant role in the country’s history and Parliamentary structure. Dale Goldhawk hosts a special cross-country phone-in on the state of the monarchy in Canada with guests Dr. Carolyn Harris, Royal history expert from Queen's University and Nathan Tidridge, author of the new book Canada’s Constitutional Monarchy. Dial 1-877-296-2722 to join the national conversation.
The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II – 9 pm ET / 6 pm PT
A tale of bubbling tensions, diplomatic incidents, political wrangling and disputes over the tiniest details, set against the wider context of a battle between modernity and tradition, this BBC documentary explores the behind the scenes stories of the Queen’s coronation on June 2, 1953.
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About CPAC
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CPAC is delivered via cable, satellite and wireless distributors to over 11 million Canadian homes and worldwide via 24/7 live webstreaming and podcasts at www.cpac.ca.
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