The following is being distributed at the request of His Honour the Honourable Frank F. Fagan, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador:

Message from the Lieutenant Governor on the Birth
of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s Baby Son

My wife Pat and I would like to extend our sincerest congratulations to Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the occasion of the birth of their son on Monday, July 22, 2013.

Many Newfoundlanders and Labradorians hold a deep connection to the Royal Family and are celebrating along with people throughout the Commonwealth on this joyous occasion. Those wishing to send congratulatory messages to The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are invited to do so electronically by visiting the portal set up by the Office of the Governor General at www.gg.ca/royalbabywishes .  

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Media contact:
Peter Noel
Private Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor
709-729-4045

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