Newfoundland and Labrador The couple arrived in
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, in the afternoon of 17 May, and were later welcomed at
Confederation Building. Prayers were held in
Inuktitut, followed by
Miꞌkmaq music, and performances showcasing the province's tradition of song and story took place. In his speech, the Prince discussed Indigenous reconciliation, and said that the visit comes at an "important moment", with "Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples across Canada committing to reflect honestly and openly on the past, and to forge a new relationship for the future". Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reflected on the relationship between the Crown and Canada: "So much of the endurance and stability of our democracy is woven into our Westminster parliamentary system, our constitutional monarchy and the Crown". The Prince and the Duchess then visited
Government House, where they participated in a solemn moment of reflection and prayer at the Heart Garden, that was unveiled in 2019 in memory of the victims of residential schools. The couple were joined by Lieutenant Governor Judy Foote and
Indigenous leaders and community members at the ceremony. Elisabeth Penashue, a 78-year-old elder from Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation in Labrador, said it was "really important they hear our stories". Later, the Prince met representatives of Campaign for Wool Canada, and engaged with NONIA knitters. On the grounds of Government House, the couple unveiled a bronze marker at the start of the new Commonwealth Walkway, a Platinum Jubilee commemorative project. The Prince and the Duchess then visited
Quidi Vidi Village, a fishing village located in the east end of St. John's. Here, they visited the Quidi Vidi Village Artisan Studios, and met talented makers and participated in a collective work of rug-hooking. They undertook a walkabout of The Wharf, and then visited the Quidi Vidi Brewery, a local micro-brewery, where they learnt about the brewing process, and met representatives of Newfoundland and Labrador's emerging culinary and food scene. The couple also had beer, and the Duchess remarked that it was "very good". The Prince and the Duchess later arrived in
Ottawa in the evening of 17 May.
National Capital Region In the morning of 18 May, the Prince of Wales was invested as an Extraordinary Commander of the
Order of Military Merit by the
governor general, at a ceremony at
Rideau Hall, which also marked the 50th anniversary of the Order. Later, the couple participated in a wreath laying ceremony at the
National War Memorial, to honour Canadian veterans and active service members. After the ceremony, the Prince and the Duchess met members and organisations from the Canadian Ukrainian community, and learn about Canada's efforts to support the people of Ukraine. They attended a traditional prayer service at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Ottawa's west end. They also learnt about Ukrainian culture and met representatives from the
Ukrainian Canadian Congress. At Birds Foundation, the couple engaged with young women who have settled in Canada after fleeing the recent conflict in Afghanistan, and representatives of the 30 Birds Foundation program that helped their resettlement. Later, the Prince participated in discussions on employment and sustainability with
the Prince's Trust Canada program participants. At Rideau Hall, the Prince held a bilateral meetings with Prime Minister
Justin Trudeau and Governor General
Mary Simon, and also interacted with Canadian stakeholders on the importance of
sustainable finance in combating climate change and building a net-zero economy. The day ended with a Platinum Jubilee reception at Rideau Hall hosted by the governor general. At the reception, the Prince and the Duchess met Canadians from various backgrounds who are serving their communities.
Northwest Territories On 19 May, the couple arrived in Northwest Territories, and were received by Yellowknife Mayor Rebecca Alty and Northwest Territories Commissioner Margaret Thom. In
Dettah, the Prince and the Duchess visited a
Dene First Nation community, and participated in an opening prayer, a drumming circle and a feeding the fire ceremony, which saw them put offerings of tobacco into the fire. Later, the Prince visited
Fred Henne Territorial Park, where he met members of the
Canadian Rangers to mark their 75th anniversary. Later, the Prince and the Duchess marked the Platinum Jubilee at the Ceremonial Circle with a Jubilee flag raising, and unveiling a plaque, followed by a presentation of various plants and flowers that will be included in the Northwest Territories' Platinum Jubilee Garden. ==See also==