The Sceptre and the Mace
1957
29 minutes
Overview
During the 1957 opening of Canada's twenty-third Parliament by Queen Elizabeth II, cameras record the ceremonies in the House of Commons and the Senate. They also bring to the screen many informal glimpses of the Queen and Prince Philip in residence at Government House.
Top Cast
John Drainie
Narrator
Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom
Herself (uncredited)
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Himself (uncredited)