Prince Harry dines with veterans on his pseudo-royal tour of Canada
Prince Harry’s visit to Canada before Remembrance Sunday coincided with two major events: his wife’s return to acting in Hollywood and Prince William’s trip to Brazil for the Earthshot Prize. Despite the overlap, Harry stated that the timing was not intentional.
A gala honoring veterans
The Duke of Sussex attended the National Tribute Dinner hosted by True Patriot Love in Toronto. Wearing a black tie and his service medals, he arrived alongside veterans as bagpipes played, marking the start of the evening.
Harry spoke about his deep connection to Canada's military, recalling his training in Alberta and his time serving with Canadian Armed Forces in Afghanistan.
During his speech, he also lightened the mood by joking about his “ever-increasing bald spot” and apologized for the lighthearted controversy caused when he and Meghan wore LA Dodgers caps at the World Series, instead of supporting Toronto’s Blue Jays.
Background and purpose
Harry’s current tour follows the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025, the Games’ first-ever winter edition earlier this year. His Canadian engagements underscore his ongoing support for veterans and his connection with Commonwealth service members.
Author’s summary: Prince Harry’s Canadian visit combined humor, remembrance, and his enduring support for veterans amidst renewed public and family attention.