Prince Harry Announces Canada Trip, Overlapping with Prince William’s Royal Week in Brazil
Prince Harry will travel to Canada to participate in Remembrance Day commemorations, coinciding with Prince William’s major Earthshot Prize events in Brazil.
Details of Prince Harry’s Visit
The Duke of Sussex, aged 41, is scheduled to visit Toronto for a series of events leading up to Remembrance Day. This British observance, similar to Veterans Day in the United States, honors those who served in military conflicts and is a deeply rooted royal tradition.
Prince William’s Commitments in Brazil
At the same time, the Prince of Wales, 43, is in Rio de Janeiro for the fifth cycle of his Earthshot Prize, an environmental initiative founded in 2020 to promote innovative solutions to global ecological challenges. His visit culminates with the Earthshot Prize Awards Ceremony on November 5.
Timing and Context
According to official sources, Prince Harry’s Canadian engagements were set almost a year in advance, and the primary event’s schedule is determined by the hosting charity, not by Harry himself. The timing therefore happens to overlap with Prince William’s Brazil trip.
“The events the Duke of Sussex is attending were planned nearly a year ago, and the timing of the main event is established by the charity, not Prince Harry.”
Author
Report by Janine Henni, Royals Staff Writer for PEOPLE Digital, who covers modern monarchies and global royal families.
Author’s summary: Prince Harry’s Remembrance Day visit to Canada will occur at the same time Prince William leads environmental initiatives in Brazil for the Earthshot Awards.