The Sceptre and the Mace

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.

Cast

John Drainie

Narrator

Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom

Herself (uncredited)

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Himself (uncredited)