Canada Post releases new stamp to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee

Canada Post has released a new stamp in celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee. 

It has been 70 years since the Queen’s accession to the throne on Feb. 6, 1952. This is the longest reign in British history. 

“Our iconic national stamp program has a long-standing tradition of commemorating The Queen’s reign and her connection to Canada,” said Canada Post president Doug Ettinger in a press release. “We are proud to continue that tradition by celebrating this historic 70-year anniversary with a new stamp, and the first of our stamps to feature the Royal Mail’s classic ‘Machin’ profile.”

The stamp features a profile of the Queen based on a portrait sculpted by Arnold Machin and includes a Canadian emblem created by the Canadian Heraldic Authority. 

The Platinum Jubilee issue was created by Montreal-based graphic design company Paprika and printed by Colour Innovations. It will include a booklet of 10 self-adhesive stamps and other collectible items. The stamp will be available at post offices starting Monday. 

According to the Canada post, Queen Elizabeth II was first featured on stamps in 1935 when she was just nine years old. The stamp was a part of a series commemorating the Silver Jubilee of her grandfather, King George V. 

The Canadian Government officially launched its Platinum Jubilee celebrations for the Queen on Sunday. Events are scheduled throughout the year to honour her reign 

The Royal Canadian Mint and the Royal Mint are also collaborating on a two-coin set to mark the Platinum Jubilee.