British Royals

Canada's strong connection to the Crown on full display at this year's Trooping the Colour

Canada’s connection to Trooping the Colour was on full display as the three royal riders rode horses presented to the Royal Family by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The Prince of Wales, the Princess Royal, and the Duke of Edinburgh all rode horses gifted by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, two of whom were gifts to the late Queen Elizabeth II. Prince William, who serves as Colonel of…
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King Charles III's love of Canada is clear: his historic royal visit was emotional and has changed everything

Words can be hollow and gestures empty, but when King Charles speaks about his love for Canada, I believe every single word. I watched the Speech from the Throne with tears in my eyes. He may not live here. We may not think about the fact that our head of state lives an ocean away until he announces he’s coming for a visit. But King Charles believes in Canada, stands up for Canada, loves…
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King Charles III's triumphant gesture at end of successful first day in Canada

There were big crowds, a warm welcome and plenty of cheers for The King and Queen as they arrived in Canada for an historic visit and Charles III ended the day with a triumphant gesture to match the mood. As His Majesty planted a tree in the grounds of Rideau Hall in Ottawa, he got a big round of applause and matched it by holding his spade high in the air. CBC news still/ fair use While…
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The stunning diamond jewel that could have a sparkling star role in the historic royal visit to Canada

The Royal Family has quite the collection of diamonds but there are some pieces that we see worn by several members and that includes the Diamond Maple Leaf Brooch. Now, there is every expectation that it will take a starring role in the jewels selected by Queen Camilla for the historic royal visit to Canada, the first of the reign of King Charles III. This brooch has very special links for…
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