Kevin Macleod: Appointed Usher of the Black Rod & Canadian Secretary to The Queen
Usher of the Black Rod, Senate of Canada
Ottawa, ON—On March 27, 2008, Prime Minister Stephen Harper
announced Kevin MacLeod as Usher of the Black Rod, Canada's third oldest
political Office (following The Crown and Governor-General).
The Usher of the Black Rod carries out a 600 year old
Parliamentary tradition as the personal attendant and messenger of the
Sovereign or her representative. Amongst other responsibilities, the Usher
directs all protocol, logistical and administrative details regarding openings
of Parliament, including the Speech from the Throne. He is also a member of the
Welcoming Party for all visiting Heads of State and Heads of Government.
Prime Minister's Official Announcement
Announcement on Leader of the Government in the Senate website
Usher of the Black Rod, Senate official website
Debates of the Senate: Welcome to Mr. Macleod
Prime Minister appoints Canadian Secretary to The Queen & Chair of Diamond Jubilee Committee
London, UK—On April 1, 2009, Prime Minister Stephen Harper
announced the appointment of Kevin MacLeod as Canadian Secretary to The Queen. The Canadian Secretary to The Queen co-ordinates the planning
and delivery of Royal Visits to Canada through close partnership with various
government officials and the Royal Households. Mr. MacLeod will lead the planning of Royal Visits expected
to take place in 2009 and 2010. He
will also chair the Diamond Jubilee Committee—celebrating Her Majesty’s 60th
anniversary as Queen of Canada in 2012. Mr. MacLeod will retain his position as
Usher of the Black Rod.
Prime Minister's Official Announcement (London, UK)
Prime Minister's Official Announcement (Ottawa, ON)
Mr. MacLeod's biography from Prime Minister's official website
The Chronicle Herald (Nova Scotia)