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Charles, Camilla welcomed to Canada in show of support

By AAP Newswire

May 27, 2025

King Charles waits for a meeting at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, Ontario — King Charles is undertaking a two-day visit to Canada. -AP

Canadadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has praised the "historic ties" between his nation and the UK "that crises only fortify" as the King and Queen were welcomed to Ottawa.

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Charles and Camilla experienced all aspects of Canadian life on Monday from street hockey to a greeting from indigenous people as they began a two-day visit seen as a show of support for the country in the face of challenges from US President Donald Trump.

Carney was by the royal couple's side for part of their first day in the Canadian capital and he described the role the King will play at the state opening of the Canadian Parliament on Tuesday as an "historic honour" that "matches the weight of our times".

Canada has faced the unwanted attention of Trump who has launched a trade war against its neighbour and made threats to annex the country as America's 51st state.

In a statement released ahead of their arrival, Carney said the royal visit was "a reminder of the bond between Canada and the Crown - one forged over generations, shaped by shared histories, and grounded in common values".

On Tuesday Charles will deliver the Speech from the Throne in the Senate Chamber, nearly 70 years after Canada's Sovereign first opened parliament.

"This historic honour matches the weight of our times. It speaks to our enduring tradition and friendship, to the vitality of our constitutional monarchy and our distinct identity, and to the historic ties that crises only fortify," Carney said.

By AAP Newswire

Australian Associated Press