Municipality expresses condolences over the loss of Queen Elizabeth II

The following statement has been released by Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster, expressing condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. She was 96 and the longest reigning monarch in British history.

“On behalf of Council and the Municipality of Clarington, I want to express our deepest condolences to the Royal Family, Britain, and the rest of the Commonwealth on our collective loss. As the longest reigning monarch in British history, the Queen has been a constant presence and the leading figure of our time. Her steadfast commitment to duty, the people, and her work has been a source of admiration and inspiration. All flags in the Municipality have been lowered, and we will be sending an official letter of condolence on behalf of all of Council and the Municipality to the Royal Family. Together we mourn the loss of our Queen.”

For the latest updates and news on Queen Elizabeth II and the succession plan, visit the official Royal Family website.

Book of condolences

A book of condolence has been placed in the lobby at Town Hall (40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville), Courtice Community Complex and Diane Hamre Recreation Complex for the community to express their sympathy, thoughts and gratitude for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Condolence books will be available until 4:30 p.m. on Monday, September 19, 2022.

An online book of condolences for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is also available on the Government of Canada's website.

Town Hall illuminated in royal blue

Clarington's Town Hall will be illuminated in royal blue each night until September 19 in honour and remembrance of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, recognizing her unwavering commitment to duty, the people, and her work.

Clarington’s Royal ties

• On May 22, 1939, the Royal train passed through the Region of Durham and Bowmanville as Queen Elizabeth and King George were beginning their royal tour across Ontario. While the train did not stop in Bowmanville, it did make headlines and was detailed in the newspaper.
• Clarington has ties to the monarchy dating back to 1988 when Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowden, and the Queen’s sister, visited Bowmanville for the unveiling of the newly renovated Town Hall. A ceremonial chair used by Princess Margaret remains in place today in Council Chambers. The visit was detailed in several local newspaper articles.