Prince Harry Dines with Veterans on His Canadian Tour
Prince Harry's visit to Canada ahead of Remembrance Sunday included a gala event honoring veterans, where he shared heartfelt stories and light-hearted moments. This trip comes as his wife restarts her acting career in Hollywood and follows Prince William's simultaneous visit to Brazil.
Gala for Veterans in Toronto
At True Patriot Love's National Tribute Dinner in Toronto, Prince Harry, dressed in black tie and wearing his service medals, joined veterans for an evening of remembrance and camaraderie. The event featured bagpipe performances and heartfelt speeches.
"He spoke about his personal connection with Canada's military, from his training in Alberta to serving alongside Canadian Armed Forces members during his deployment in Afghanistan."
Harry also injected humor into the evening by joking about his "ever-increasing bald spot" and apologizing for the controversy caused by him and Meghan wearing LA Dodgers caps at the World Series instead of supporting Toronto's Blue Jays.
Context of the Visit
- Harry's visit followed the historic Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025, the first winter edition of the Games earlier this year.
- The trip coincided with Prince William's five-day trip to Brazil promoting his Earthshot Prize.
- Harry denied any intention of clashing with his brother's schedule.
His engagement in Canada highlights his continuing bond with the Commonwealth and its military communities during a time of significant family and public activity.
Summary: Prince Harry's Canadian tour combines military support with personal stories and humor, occurring alongside family events and public attention on both his and Prince William’s separate engagements.