Prince Harry Dines with Veterans on Canadian Visit
Prince Harry’s visit to Canada, timed before Remembrance Sunday, included a prestigious gala honoring veterans. During his speech, he reflected on his close ties with Canadian troops from his Afghanistan deployment and shared lighthearted jokes about going bald.
Connection with Canadian Military
Wearing black tie and his service medals, Harry attended the True Patriot Love National Tribute Dinner in Toronto alongside veterans. After a bagpipe performance, he spoke about his personal bond with Canada’s military, highlighting his training in Alberta and his experiences serving with Canadian forces in Afghanistan.
Context of the Visit
- His trip follows the historic 2025 Invictus Games in Vancouver and Whistler, the first winter edition of the event.
- The visit coincides with Meghan Markle relaunching her acting career in Hollywood.
- It overlapped with Prince William’s five-day trip to Brazil focused on promoting the Earthshot Prize, though Harry denied any intentional scheduling conflict.
Light Moments and Apologies
"There were also laughs as he apologised over the row over his and Meghan's decision to wear LA Dodgers caps at the World Series last week instead of supporting Toronto's Blue Jays."
Summary
Prince Harry’s Canadian visit blended solemn military tribute with personal anecdotes and humor, underscoring his enduring connection to Commonwealth forces and his evolving public role.