Overview
- Buckingham Palace has confirmed that King Charles III and Queen Camilla will visit Ottawa on May 26–27 for the State Opening of the Canadian Parliament.
- This will be the first time since 1977, during Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, that a monarch has attended this key constitutional ceremony in Canada.
- The visit highlights the monarchy’s ongoing ceremonial and diplomatic roles within the Commonwealth under King Charles’s leadership.
- The announcement follows the royal family’s recent engagement with military veterans at Buckingham Palace, underscoring their support for veteran communities.
- The trip coincides with preparations for the 80th anniversary of VE Day, with commemorative events planned across the UK, including a military procession and a two-minute silence.