"On a personal level", he says, ''I simply do not have the slightest shred of allegiance to Queen Elizabeth or to her heirs and successors and I don't think, to be a good Canadian, that I need to".

"I also find it deeply disturbing that, in the 21st century, Canadians are still stuck with a non-resident, British monarch as Head of State", he adds. "As a  progressive, independent nation, Canada deserves much better".

Among others, Charles will be joined in this action by Richard Gonsalves, another new Canadian who's equally offended by the oath.

"I delayed becoming a Canadian Citizen for twenty-seven years because of the oath", says Gonsalves."I found it very distasteful to swear allegiance to a foreign monarch. I finally decided to take the oath with fingers crossed and then proceed to fight to have it changed".

According to CCR's National Director, Tom Freda, "It's a major embarrassment that Canada hasn't yet dealt with this relic of colonialism. Australia took care of it twelve years ago. It's time for Canada to take action as well".

New Canadians who wish to join in the recantation or simply show up to provide support, are encouraged to attend. Members of the media are also welcome. Interviews and comments are available on request.

DATE  Saturday, May 21, 2005 (Victoria Day weekend)

TIME  11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

LOCATION  The front lawn of the Queens Park Ontario Legislature building. Free parking is available at the front and rear of the legislature building.

DJ and refreshments will be provided.