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Ottawa adopts federal holiday following passing of Queen Elizabeth II

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau file photo. (MyPGNow staff)

Monday will be a holiday for federal employees to mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says in consultation with Opposition leaders it has been decided that the 19th will be a federal holiday.

Trudeau says the federal government is working with the provinces and territories to make sure they are aligned with the plan but more details need to be worked out.

with files from Vista Radio newswire

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