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King Charles III to Deliver Rare Throne Speech in Canada During Upcoming Visit

The visit aims to reinforce Canadian sovereignty and celebrate the monarchy's constitutional role, marking the first sovereign-delivered Throne Speech in Canada since 1977.

Britain's King Charles, centre left, and Queen Camilla leave after visiting the Canada House Trafalgar Square in London on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 to mark 100 years since it opened in June 1925. (Arthur Edwards/Pool via AP)
Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla look at the Key to Canada House which was presented to the King by High Commissioner for Canada, Ralph Goodale, during a visit to Canada House to mark 100 years since it opened, in London, Tuesday, May 20, 2025. (Arthur Edwards/Pool via AP)
Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla leave after a visit to Canada House, the High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom, in London on May 20, 2025, to mark 100 years since it opened in 1925. (Photo by Arthur Edwards / POOL / AFP) (Photo by ARTHUR EDWARDS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Overview

  • King Charles III and Queen Camilla will visit Ottawa on May 26–27, 2025, with the King delivering the Speech from the Throne to open the 45th Parliament of Canada.
  • This will be King Charles's first visit to Canada as monarch and the third time a sovereign has delivered a Throne Speech in Canadian history.
  • The visit is framed as a powerful affirmation of Canadian sovereignty, following US President Donald Trump's controversial comments about annexing Canada.
  • Their Majesties' itinerary includes community engagements, a ceremonial tree planting, and a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Ottawa.
  • The royal couple recently marked the centenary of Canada House in London, highlighting its historical ties and showcasing Canadian heritage through exhibits and symbolic gestures.