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2012 - The Black Rod's First Official Use

The Black Rod is a ceremonial staff created in 2012 to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, when she was Queen of Canada. Based on a 600-year-old Westminster parliamentary tradition, the Black Rod is used on formal occasions when the Monarch or their provincial representative, the Lieutenant Governor, wishes to enter the Legislative Chamber.

To learn more about the design of this ceremonial staff, click here: The Black Rod