Royal Family recap: King Charles and Queen Camilla continue historic tour of Canada

We hope you all had a lovely Bank Holiday. Sharnaz here, ready to bring you the latest royal news and upcoming engagements throughout the day.

Today, our focus remains on King Charles and Queen Camilla as their royal tour of Canada continues. Following their arrival on Monday and yesterday's engagements, including a reception for Lieutenant Governors and Territorial Commissioners, our royal correspondent Danielle Stacey is on hand with all the latest developments.

Today's highlight will be King Charles attending the state opening of Canada’s parliament, where he is scheduled to deliver the speech outlining the government's legislative agenda. This is a significant moment in the tour, and we'll be bringing you all the key updates.

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On Monday,  the King and Queen disembarked the Royal Canadian Air Force plane that flew them from RAF Brize Norton in the UK to the capital, Ottawa. They were greeted by the country's Prime Minister, Mark Carney, and received an incredibly warm welcome.  

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King Charles was hailed as a "force for good" during a poignant reunion at Rideau Hall, our royal correspondent, Danielle Stacey, has reported. He met with three of the original "coronation girls," who were sponsored to attend his mother's coronation. A special moment during the tree-planting ceremony in Ottawa.

During their two-day trip, Charles will become only the second monarch, after Queen Elizabeth Il, to attend the state opening of Canada’s parliament and deliver the speech setting out the government's legislative agenda.

Aww, these two! King Frederik and Queen Mary are giving us all the feels with their sweet display on the balcony. They simply couldn't take their eyes off each other while celebrating his 57th birthday with well-wishers on Monday. 

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The balcony of Frederik VIII's Palace became a stage for a sweet family moment, with Princess Isabella, 18, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, both 14, joining their parents, alongside Queen Margrethe.

Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway is preparing for a significant new chapter! The 21-year-old royal has confirmed she will be heading to Sydney, Australia, for her university studies.

Starting in August 2025, Princess Ingrid Alexandra is set to spend three years Down Under, where she will be pursuing a degree in international relations and political economy. It has been announced that she will be residing on campus throughout her university years.

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Meanwhile, while King Charles is in Canada, his son Prince Harry is currently on the other side of the world.

Instead of being in California, social media posts from Trip.com have revealed that the Duke of Sussex is in China. He spoke at Trip.com Group’s Envision 2025 Global Partner Conference on behalf of his sustainable tourism initiative, Travalyst.

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Count Nikolai and his girlfriend, Benedikte Thoustrup, are gracing the cover of ELLE Denmark, and have given a peek into their relationship!

This royal "IT couple," as they've been dubbed, shared details about their rather unconventional first date - at a nearby gas station after meeting as youngsters at Herlufsholm. 

Interestingly, the interview reveals that Count Nikolai and Benedikte are currently living in Australia, where they are embracing a more laid-back lifestyle and a bit of distance from the spotlight. However, they emphasise that Denmark will always be their home base. Read more here.

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Meghan Markle's been getting super real on her podcast, Confessions Of A Female Founder, and in the final episode, she's talking about something SO many women can relate to - the juggle of building a business while being a mum. 

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She was chatting with Sara Blakely, the founder of Spanx (who has four kids!), and Meghan was just in awe of how Sara managed to create such a huge company while also raising her family. It's definitely something people don't always think about, right? Then Meghan got really honest about her own experiences. 

"People forget that Lili is three, and Archie is five," she said. "So you look at the past five, six years of my life, it’s yes, with being pregnant or with a newborn or with a toddler, and then another one."

Ooh, interesting news from Meghan! Fresh off the back of her podcast finale, it sounds like she might be setting her sights on the world of fashion! 

In a chat with Fast Company, the Duchess acknowledged how many people admire her personal style (and let's be honest, she always looks chic!). 

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When asked if she'd ever consider a clothing line, she said: "The category of fashion is something I will explore at a later date, because I do think that's an interesting space for me." 

So, could we be seeing a Meghan Markle fashion collection in the future? What kind of style do you think she'd go for? We're already intrigued!

Did you spot Princess Charlene over the weekend at the Monaco Grand Prix? 

The style maven was a vision in vibrant red as she joined her husband Prince Albert on Sunday, opting for a silk blouse from Louis Vuitton complete with diagonal stripes.

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The Monegasque royal elevated her look with some matching red tapered trousers, and some red suede heels from Manolo Blahnik. She rounded off her look with a slick of matte red lipstick, some sparkling floral earrings, and a pair of oversized sunglasses. So chic! 

King Charles and Camilla also shared a message on social media. They interrupted their Canada visit to express their sadness, writing: "My wife and I were deeply shocked and saddened to hear of the terrible events that took place in Liverpool on Monday. It is truly devastating to see that what should have been a joyous celebration for so many could end in such distressing circumstances. 

"At this heartbreaking time for the people of Liverpool, I know that the strength of community spirit for which your city is renowned will be a comfort and support to those in need.

"Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with all those who have been affected, and my special gratitude goes out to the first responders, emergency services personnel and other individuals who rushed to the aid of the injured."

The Prince and Princess of Wales shared a message of support following the Liverpool parade crash. 

In a message shared to social media, the royal couple penned:  "We are deeply saddened by the scenes in Liverpool yesterday. What should have been a joyful celebration ended with tragedy. Our thoughts are with those who were injured and to the first responders and emergency services on the ground. W & C." 

Princess Anne paid a visit to the Royal University Hospital in Liverpool where she met with ambulance and emergency staff as well as representatives from Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service, after 47 people were injured when a car drove into a number of pedestrians on Monday. 

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A statement issued on behalf of Anne read: "The Princess would like to share her heartfelt condolences and support for the families and communities affected. Her Royal Highness also wishes to acknowledge the courage of the emergency services, some of whom she met today, and all those providing care and comfort during this difficult time."

The monarch is set to deliver a speech to open the 45th session of Canada's parliament in Ottawa. Charles and Camilla arrived at Canada's Senate to cheers of "God Save the King". His arrival was followed by a 100-person guard of honour, an inspection of the guard and band, and a 21-gun salute. 

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The King spoke of his "greatest admiration" for Canada as he delivered a historic speech from the throne at the Canadian Senate in Ottawa. With the Queen by his side, Charles, 76, delivered the 26-minute speech, speaking in English and French, to formally open the 45th session of Parliament. It was a landmark moment for the King, who has become only the second monarch – after Queen Elizabeth II – to attend the state opening and deliver the speech setting out the new government's legislative agenda.

Read more of his speech here

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Outside of Canada and over in Montecito, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is back with the last episode of her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, where she interviews businesswomen about their journey to success. 

In the latest episode of her podcast, she sits down with SPANX founder Sara Blakely, and opened up about her decision to not share what she would be naming her kids before giving birth. See more of what she had to say here.

King Frederik of Denmark celebrated his 57th birthday with family festivities, including a balcony appearance and the awarding of the Grand Cross of the Order of Dannebrog to his nephews, Count Nikolai and Count Felix. The event, held at Amalienborg, saw Queen Mary and Queen Margrethe also in attendance, though Crown Prince Christian was absent due to military service. The King's gesture to his nephews comes after their titles were changed in 2023 by former Queen Margrethe, indicating a possible reconciliation and desire for family unity. Read more about it here.

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