King Charles III’s Canadian visit stirs royal buzz and public curiosity
Friday, May 23, 2025, 12:21 pm
With King Charles III set to deliver a rare speech in Canada, citizens find themselves both bemused and intrigued by the high-profile royal visit. Coupled with public quizzes about the monarchy, the event is sparking debates about Canadian identity and long-standing regal traditions—proving that even centuries-old institutions can still inspire both awe and a wry smile.
The King is set to deliver the Throne Speech to open up Parliament. Many Canadians will be lining the streets to greet them, but not everyone is looking forward to it
Le roi se rend à Ottawa pour lire le discours du Trône.
Si les appuis à la monarchie sont bas, pourquoi les politiciens fédéraux accordent-ils tant d’importance à ses symboles?
King Charles III is coming to Canada to deliver a message: Canada is a sovereign nation distinct from the United States. U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated suggestion that the U.S. annex its northern neighbour prompted new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to invite Charles to give the speech…
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