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Sophie heads to Canada for celebration for patronage but there's no luck for the Duchess in UNO

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6th September 2025
The Duchess of Edinburgh is currently in Canada for a four day visit, another important overseas trip for Sophie and another sign of the important role she now has in the Royal Family. The trip began in Calgary with the Duchess met at the airport by the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, Salma Lakhani. I was very excited to welcome the Duchess of Edinburgh to Alberta yesterday afternoon. She…
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King Charles approves a new Great Seal of Canada

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14th June 2025
The Governor General of Canada’s office has shared the new Great Seal of Canada. King Charles approved the design while he was visiting Canada on 26 and 27 May, a design that represents him individually and the crown.  There are two distinct pieces of the Great Seal. The outer ring is specific to King Charles and will be changed for each reign accordingly; it reads “CHARLES III • KING OF…
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The poignant message in the pearls and diamonds worn by Queen Camilla in Canada

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28th May 2025
Queen Camilla wore a distinctly Canadian piece of jewellery for her first visit to the country as Queen. For the Throne Speech on May 27, she chose a personal gem that highlighted her own connections with Canada.  Queen Camilla wore her Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada brooch. The piece is a diamond and silver version of the regiment’s bugle horn cap badge, a gift from the regiment in…
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Queen Camilla is in the pink for her arrival in Canada and wins hearts with another special style choice

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27th May 2025
King Charles and Queen Camilla may only be in Canada for two days, but they began their engagements as soon as they stepped off the plane in Ottawa. And Queen Camilla paid a perfect tribute to the country with a piece of jewellery that has become symbolic of the Monarchy in Canada. Queen Camilla turned to a favourite designer for her light pink, pleated day dress- British designer Anna…
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