Government of Canada Announces the Itinerary for the 2009 Visit of The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall
OTTAWA, October 30, 2009 -The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, today announced the complete itinerary for the 2009 Royal Visit to Canada of The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall.
The Royal Couple will be in Canada November 2-12, 2009. This program will see Their Royal Highnesses visit four provinces and 11 communities, where they will participate in as many as eight activities each day.
"This 11-day coast-to-coast visit is a celebration of Canadian innovation, community building, national pride, and presence on the world stage. Their Royal Highnesses will make stops in communities as small as Brigus in Newfoundland and Labrador and as large as Toronto and Vancouver," said Minister Moore. "The program provides Their Royal Highnesses an opportunity to demonstrate their deep affection for Canada and Canadians by rekindling many existing friendships and making many new ones. I know that many Canadians will respond in kind and are eagerly awaiting this Visit."
Highlights of the 11-day program include:
The complete itinerary is attached.
"On this visit, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall will meet Canadians who are making a real difference in peoples lives, and who have become stewards of our history and heritage by conserving and preserving it for generations to come," continued Minister Moore. "Their Royal Highnesses will share in the stories of courage and valour from members and veterans of the Canadian Forces. They will also meet military families who have lost loved ones, sharing private moments of reflection with them and providing public support by joining in Canadian military commemorations and celebrations."
This is the 15th visit to Canada for The Prince of Wales and the first visit to Canada for The Duchess of Cornwall.
Please consult the Royal Visit 2009 website at www.royalvisit.gc.ca for more information.
For security purposes, specific timing of the events may not be released to the public more than 48 hours before the start of the event.
For more information (media only), please contact:
Deirdra McCracken
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
819-997-7788
deirdra.mccracken@pch.gc.ca
Media Relations
Canadian Heritage
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
media@pch.gc.ca
VISIT TO NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR (November 2-4, 2009)
Monday, November 2, 2009
(St. John's, Newfoundland)
Time: 17:30
Arrival at St. John's InternationalAirport
Time: 17:15
Official welcoming ceremony to Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador at Mile One Centre. The event includes performances, speeches and full military honours for Their Royal Highnesses.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
(Cupids, Brigus and St John's)
CUPIDS
Late morning
Their Royal Highnesses visit Cupids, the first English settlement in Canada, celebrating its 400th anniversary in 2010. Following a tour of the Cupids Cove Plantation Archaeological Site, Their Royal Highnesses proceed to the United Church for remarks and musical performances. Their Royal Highnesses unveil a plaque commemorating the Royal Visit for the new Cupids Legacy and Interpretation Centre
BRIGUS
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses visit Brigus, a small community known for its commitment to cultural heritage and architectural preservation. They will see St. George's Church, the church garden and Brigus Harbour. They will visit John LeamonStone BarnMuseum for a short presentation on the history of the town, architecture and story of the port.
Their Royal Highnesses will continue on foot to Hawthorne Cottage, home of the world-renowned Arctic explorer and mariner Captain Bob Bartlett.
STELLA BURRY COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTRE, ST. JOHN'S
His Royal Highness visits the Stella Burry Community Services Centre. He will open the new housing project at Rawlins Cross--the only building opening His Royal Highness will conduct on this visit--and unveil a plaque commemorating the opening and the Royal Visit.
MARINE INSTITUTE - MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
Late Afternoon
His Royal Highness attends a demonstration and a discussion on sustainable fishing at the Marine Institute.
STUDENTS IN FREE ENTERPRISE--MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
His Royal Highness meets with Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE). These award-winning students will present a series of their entrepreneurial projects to The Prince.
RECEPTION HOSTED BY NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
AT THE ROOMS PROVINCIAL ARCHIVES, ART GALLERY & MUSEUM
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses join a reception hosted by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
(St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador and Toronto, Ontario)
GOVERNMENT HOUSE
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses meet with Their Honours, the Honourable John C. Crosbie, Lieutenant Governor and Mrs. Crosbie. They will plant trees on the grounds of Government House.
NATIONAL WAR MEMORIAL, ST. JOHN'S
Their Royal Highnesses will lay a wreath to honour the memory of the sons and daughters of Newfoundland and Labrador.
ASSOCIATION FOR NEW CANADIANS
Late morning
Their Royal Highnesses meet with students, teachers and volunteers at the Association for New Canadians.
DEPARTURE FROM NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses say farewell at St. John's InternationalAirport and depart for Toronto.
VISIT TO TORONTO, HAMILTON AND NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE
(November 4-6, 2009)
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
ARRIVAL AT THE LESTER B. PEARSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TORONTO, ONTARIO
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at the Lester B. Pearson InternationalAirport.
MEETING WITH PREMIER OF ONTARIO
Their Royal Highnessess have a private meeting with the Premier of Ontario, the Honourable Dalton McGuinty.
CANADIAN BUSINESS FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
(CBSR)
Late afternoon
His Royal Highness meets with members of Canadian Business for Social Responsibility (CBSR).
ROYAL CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
Her Royal Highness visits the Royal Conservatory of Music where she will have a brief tour of the Conservatory, including a visit to the recently completed Koerner Hall and a short performance by students. Her Royal Highness will meet students involved in Learning Through the Arts Program.
As Her Royal Highness departs, she pauses to read a plaque commemorating the 1901 visit of the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall.
HERITAGE CANADA FOUNDATION EVENT
His Royal Highness presents the Heritage Canada Foundation's Prince of Wales Prize for Municipal Heritage Leadership.
RECEPTION HOSTED BY THE PROVINCEOF ONTARIO AT
THE CARLU, EATON'S COLLEGEPARK
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses join a reception hosted by the Province of Ontario.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
(Hamilton, Niagara-on-the-Lake and Toronto)
DUNDURN CASTLE
Late Morning
Their Royal Highnesses visit Hamilton's historic Dundurn Castle, built by The Duchess' ancestor, her great-great-great grandfather, Sir Allan MacNab, Prime Minister of the Province of Canada from 1854-56. They plant a tree in commemoration of their visit.
HMCS HAIDA
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses tour national historic site, the HMCS Haida. They will meet with volunteers and veterans, open a small museum and unveil a plaque commemorating their visit.
NIAGARA COLLEGE TEACHING WINERY
His Royal Highness visits the Niagara College Teaching Winery. Following a tour of the new Wine Visitor and Education Centre facility, His Royal Highness joins a reception and unveils a plaque commemorating the Royal Visit.
ROYAL REGIMENT OF CANADA AND THE TORONTO SCOTTISH REGIMENT PRESENTATION OF COLOURS
AT VARSITY STADIUM, TORONTO
Evening
His Royal Highness will present colours to the Royal Regiment of Canada and the Toronto Scottish Regiment (Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother's Own) at Varsity Stadium in Toronto. Their Royal Highnesses will meet with members of both regimental families, including serving, retired and civilian supporters
Friday, November 6, 2009
(Toronto, Ontario - Victoria, British Columbia)
ROYAL AGRICULTURE WINTER FAIR
Morning
His Royal Highness opens the 87th Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and Their Royal Highnesses tour the Fair.
EVERGREEN BRICK WORKS
Late Morning
His Royal Highness visits Evergreen Brick Works. He will tour the facilities and participate in several events.
DEPARTURE FROM TORONTO, ONTARIO
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses say farewell at the LesterB. PearsonInternational Airport
and depart for Victoria.
VISIT TO BRITISH COLUMBIA (November 6-9, 2009)
ARRIVAL AT THE VICTORIAINTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Late afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at the Victoria InternationalAirport.
OFFICIAL WELCOME TO BRITISH COLUMBIA
Time: 16:00
Their Royal Highnesses attend an official welcoming ceremony at the provincial Parliament Buildings.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
(Vancouver and Victoria)
ARRIVAL AT THE VANCOUVERINTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at the Vancouver InternationalAirport. They depart for the Vancouver Olympic and ParalympicVillage.
VANCOUVER OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC VILLAGE
Late morning
Their Royal Highnesses visit the Vancouver Olympic and ParalympicVillage. At the Southeast False Creek Seawall and the Habitat Island, they attend an Aboriginal drumming performance. They then proceed on a walkabout through the Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Village, ending at the SaltBuilding, where they unveil a plaque commemorating the Royal Visit and join a reception hosted by the Government of Canada.
CANADIAN YOUTH BUSINESS FOUNDATION
Afternoon
His Royal Highness meets members of the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF). His Royal Highness will see six entrepreneur showcase segments, developed by young entrepreneurs from all regions of Canada.
VANDUSEN BOTANICAL GARDEN
Her Royal Highness visits the VanDusen Botanical Garden, plants a tree, exchanges seeds, and unveils a plaque commemorating the Royal Visit.
INSPIREHEALTH
His Royal Highness visits the cancer care centre at InspireHealth and meets with patients and physicians to explore integrative care and some of the important frontiers of health and healing.
CENTER FOR HIP HEALTH AND MOBILITY'S MOBILE RESEARCH LAB
Her Royal Highness visits the Centre for Hip Health and Mobility - Mobile Research Lab
FOUNDATION FOR THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY SEMINAR
His Royal Highness joins a seminar on sustainable urbanism at Simon FraserUniversity.
RETURN TO VICTORIA
Late Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses return to Victoria.
RECEPTION AND DINNER AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses attend a reception and dinner co-hosted by the Lieutenant- Governor, the Honourable Steven L. Point and Mrs. Point, and Premier Gordon Campbell.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
(Victoria,British Columbia)
CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses attend a remembrance service at Christ Church Cathedral.
They dedicate a stained glass window commemorating the 80th anniversary of the
consecration of the cathedral and the 150th anniversary of the Diocese of British
Columbia.
Monday, November 9, 2009
(Victoria, BritishColumbia - Ottawa,Ontario)
CFB ESQUIMALT
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses participate in a ceremony honouring the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Navy, which occurs 2010, at CFB Esquimalt. Their Royal Highnesses attend a reception at the Admiral's residence and meet members of the naval family, including serving, retired and civilian supporters.
DEPARTURE FROM BRITISH COLUMBIA
Afternooon
Their Royal Highnesses say farewell at the Victoria International Airport and depart for Ottawa.
VISIT TO OTTAWA AND PETAWAWA, ONTARIO AND
MONTREAL, QUEBEC (November 9-12, 2009)
ARRIVAL AT THE OTTAWAINTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at the Canada Reception Centre in Ottawa.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
(Ottawa, Ontario - Montréal, Quebec)
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses meet with Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada and His Excellency Jean-Daniel Lafond.
His Royal Highness then has a private meeting with the Prime Minister, the Right Honourable Stephen Harper.His Royal Highness will accept, on behalf of Prince William and Prince Harry, appointments as honorary Canadian Rangers.
His Royal Highness will then meet with the leader of Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition, the Honourable Michael Ignatieff.
Late morning
Their Royal Highnesses depart for Montréal, Quebec.
ARRIVAL AT THE PIERRE-ELLIOT TRUDEAU
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at Montréal's Pierre-Elliot Trudeau InternationalAirport.
MEETING WITH THE PREMIER OF QUEBEC
Their Royal Highnesses meet the Premier of Québec, the Honourable Jean Charest and Mme Michèle Dionne.
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
Their Royal Highnesses tour the headquarters of the Cirque du Soleil.
BIODÔME
Time: 15:20
His Royal Highness tours parts of the Biodôme and attends presentations on environmental issues.
BLACK WATCH PRESENTATION OF COLOURS
Late Afternoon
His Royal Highness will participate in the Black Watch Presentation of Colours. His Royal Highness will present new colours to The Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) of Canada and meet members of the regimental family, including serving, retired and civilian supporters. Their Royal Highnesses will also meet with veterans who have recently served in Afghanistan.
DEPARTURE FROM QUEBEC
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses depart Montréal from the Montréal P.E. Trudeau International Airport for Ottawa.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
(Ottawa and Petawawa, Ontario)
REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE AT THE NATIONAL WAR MEMORIAL
Time: 10:48
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at the National War Memorial for Remembrance Day
Service to join together with all Canadians in the National ceremony to remember and
honour the more than 1,500,000 Canadian men and women who have served, and
continue to serve, their country. They also honour the more than 100,000 Canadians who gave their lives so that we may live in peace.
CFB PETAWAWA
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses visit CFB Petawawa, where they will meet with military personnel and their families.
GOVERNOR GENERAL'S RECEPTION AND DINNER AT RIDEAU HALL
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses will attend a reception and dinner hosted by Their Excellencies at Rideau Hall.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
(Ottawa,Ontario)
TREE PLANTING AT RIDEAU HALL
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses will plant an oak tree at Rideau Hall as a commemoration of their visit.
OFFICIAL DEPARTURE CEREMONY FROM CANADA
Their Royal Highnesses participate in the official departure ceremony from Canada at the Canada Reception Centre at the OttawaInternational Airport.
The Royal Couple will be in Canada November 2-12, 2009. This program will see Their Royal Highnesses visit four provinces and 11 communities, where they will participate in as many as eight activities each day.
"This 11-day coast-to-coast visit is a celebration of Canadian innovation, community building, national pride, and presence on the world stage. Their Royal Highnesses will make stops in communities as small as Brigus in Newfoundland and Labrador and as large as Toronto and Vancouver," said Minister Moore. "The program provides Their Royal Highnesses an opportunity to demonstrate their deep affection for Canada and Canadians by rekindling many existing friendships and making many new ones. I know that many Canadians will respond in kind and are eagerly awaiting this Visit."
Highlights of the 11-day program include:
- Welcoming The Royal Couple to Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador at Mile One Centre in St.John's;
- Visiting Cupids in Newfoundland and Labrador in honour of the 400th anniversary of the first English settlement in Canada, which will be held in 2010;
- Touring Hamilton's historic Dundurn Castle, built by The Duchess' ancestor, her great-great-great grandfather, Sir Allan MacNab, Prime Minister of the Province of Canada 1854-56;
- Opening the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto;
- Participating in an Aboriginal greeting ceremony in Vancouver;
- Viewing the Olympic and Paralympic Villagein Vancouver;
- Visiting the Biodôme in Montréal;
- Presenting military colours to three Canadian regiments of which he is Colonel-in-Chief in Toronto and Montréal; and
- Participating in the National Remembrance Day ceremony in Ottawa.
The complete itinerary is attached.
"On this visit, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall will meet Canadians who are making a real difference in peoples lives, and who have become stewards of our history and heritage by conserving and preserving it for generations to come," continued Minister Moore. "Their Royal Highnesses will share in the stories of courage and valour from members and veterans of the Canadian Forces. They will also meet military families who have lost loved ones, sharing private moments of reflection with them and providing public support by joining in Canadian military commemorations and celebrations."
This is the 15th visit to Canada for The Prince of Wales and the first visit to Canada for The Duchess of Cornwall.
Please consult the Royal Visit 2009 website at www.royalvisit.gc.ca for more information.
For security purposes, specific timing of the events may not be released to the public more than 48 hours before the start of the event.
For more information (media only), please contact:
Deirdra McCracken
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
819-997-7788
deirdra.mccracken@pch.gc.ca
Media Relations
Canadian Heritage
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
media@pch.gc.ca
PROGRAM FOR THE 2009 ROYAL VISIT
VISIT TO NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR (November 2-4, 2009)
Monday, November 2, 2009
(St. John's, Newfoundland)
Time: 17:30
Arrival at St. John's InternationalAirport
Time: 17:15
Official welcoming ceremony to Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador at Mile One Centre. The event includes performances, speeches and full military honours for Their Royal Highnesses.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
(Cupids, Brigus and St John's)
CUPIDS
Late morning
Their Royal Highnesses visit Cupids, the first English settlement in Canada, celebrating its 400th anniversary in 2010. Following a tour of the Cupids Cove Plantation Archaeological Site, Their Royal Highnesses proceed to the United Church for remarks and musical performances. Their Royal Highnesses unveil a plaque commemorating the Royal Visit for the new Cupids Legacy and Interpretation Centre
BRIGUS
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses visit Brigus, a small community known for its commitment to cultural heritage and architectural preservation. They will see St. George's Church, the church garden and Brigus Harbour. They will visit John LeamonStone BarnMuseum for a short presentation on the history of the town, architecture and story of the port.
Their Royal Highnesses will continue on foot to Hawthorne Cottage, home of the world-renowned Arctic explorer and mariner Captain Bob Bartlett.
STELLA BURRY COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTRE, ST. JOHN'S
His Royal Highness visits the Stella Burry Community Services Centre. He will open the new housing project at Rawlins Cross--the only building opening His Royal Highness will conduct on this visit--and unveil a plaque commemorating the opening and the Royal Visit.
MARINE INSTITUTE - MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
Late Afternoon
His Royal Highness attends a demonstration and a discussion on sustainable fishing at the Marine Institute.
STUDENTS IN FREE ENTERPRISE--MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
His Royal Highness meets with Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE). These award-winning students will present a series of their entrepreneurial projects to The Prince.
RECEPTION HOSTED BY NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
AT THE ROOMS PROVINCIAL ARCHIVES, ART GALLERY & MUSEUM
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses join a reception hosted by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
(St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador and Toronto, Ontario)
GOVERNMENT HOUSE
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses meet with Their Honours, the Honourable John C. Crosbie, Lieutenant Governor and Mrs. Crosbie. They will plant trees on the grounds of Government House.
NATIONAL WAR MEMORIAL, ST. JOHN'S
Their Royal Highnesses will lay a wreath to honour the memory of the sons and daughters of Newfoundland and Labrador.
ASSOCIATION FOR NEW CANADIANS
Late morning
Their Royal Highnesses meet with students, teachers and volunteers at the Association for New Canadians.
DEPARTURE FROM NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses say farewell at St. John's InternationalAirport and depart for Toronto.
VISIT TO TORONTO, HAMILTON AND NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE
(November 4-6, 2009)
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
ARRIVAL AT THE LESTER B. PEARSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TORONTO, ONTARIO
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at the Lester B. Pearson InternationalAirport.
MEETING WITH PREMIER OF ONTARIO
Their Royal Highnessess have a private meeting with the Premier of Ontario, the Honourable Dalton McGuinty.
CANADIAN BUSINESS FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
(CBSR)
Late afternoon
His Royal Highness meets with members of Canadian Business for Social Responsibility (CBSR).
ROYAL CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
Her Royal Highness visits the Royal Conservatory of Music where she will have a brief tour of the Conservatory, including a visit to the recently completed Koerner Hall and a short performance by students. Her Royal Highness will meet students involved in Learning Through the Arts Program.
As Her Royal Highness departs, she pauses to read a plaque commemorating the 1901 visit of the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall.
HERITAGE CANADA FOUNDATION EVENT
His Royal Highness presents the Heritage Canada Foundation's Prince of Wales Prize for Municipal Heritage Leadership.
RECEPTION HOSTED BY THE PROVINCEOF ONTARIO AT
THE CARLU, EATON'S COLLEGEPARK
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses join a reception hosted by the Province of Ontario.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
(Hamilton, Niagara-on-the-Lake and Toronto)
DUNDURN CASTLE
Late Morning
Their Royal Highnesses visit Hamilton's historic Dundurn Castle, built by The Duchess' ancestor, her great-great-great grandfather, Sir Allan MacNab, Prime Minister of the Province of Canada from 1854-56. They plant a tree in commemoration of their visit.
HMCS HAIDA
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses tour national historic site, the HMCS Haida. They will meet with volunteers and veterans, open a small museum and unveil a plaque commemorating their visit.
NIAGARA COLLEGE TEACHING WINERY
His Royal Highness visits the Niagara College Teaching Winery. Following a tour of the new Wine Visitor and Education Centre facility, His Royal Highness joins a reception and unveils a plaque commemorating the Royal Visit.
ROYAL REGIMENT OF CANADA AND THE TORONTO SCOTTISH REGIMENT PRESENTATION OF COLOURS
AT VARSITY STADIUM, TORONTO
Evening
His Royal Highness will present colours to the Royal Regiment of Canada and the Toronto Scottish Regiment (Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother's Own) at Varsity Stadium in Toronto. Their Royal Highnesses will meet with members of both regimental families, including serving, retired and civilian supporters
Friday, November 6, 2009
(Toronto, Ontario - Victoria, British Columbia)
ROYAL AGRICULTURE WINTER FAIR
Morning
His Royal Highness opens the 87th Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and Their Royal Highnesses tour the Fair.
EVERGREEN BRICK WORKS
Late Morning
His Royal Highness visits Evergreen Brick Works. He will tour the facilities and participate in several events.
DEPARTURE FROM TORONTO, ONTARIO
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses say farewell at the LesterB. PearsonInternational Airport
and depart for Victoria.
VISIT TO BRITISH COLUMBIA (November 6-9, 2009)
ARRIVAL AT THE VICTORIAINTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Late afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at the Victoria InternationalAirport.
OFFICIAL WELCOME TO BRITISH COLUMBIA
Time: 16:00
Their Royal Highnesses attend an official welcoming ceremony at the provincial Parliament Buildings.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
(Vancouver and Victoria)
ARRIVAL AT THE VANCOUVERINTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at the Vancouver InternationalAirport. They depart for the Vancouver Olympic and ParalympicVillage.
VANCOUVER OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC VILLAGE
Late morning
Their Royal Highnesses visit the Vancouver Olympic and ParalympicVillage. At the Southeast False Creek Seawall and the Habitat Island, they attend an Aboriginal drumming performance. They then proceed on a walkabout through the Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Village, ending at the SaltBuilding, where they unveil a plaque commemorating the Royal Visit and join a reception hosted by the Government of Canada.
CANADIAN YOUTH BUSINESS FOUNDATION
Afternoon
His Royal Highness meets members of the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF). His Royal Highness will see six entrepreneur showcase segments, developed by young entrepreneurs from all regions of Canada.
VANDUSEN BOTANICAL GARDEN
Her Royal Highness visits the VanDusen Botanical Garden, plants a tree, exchanges seeds, and unveils a plaque commemorating the Royal Visit.
INSPIREHEALTH
His Royal Highness visits the cancer care centre at InspireHealth and meets with patients and physicians to explore integrative care and some of the important frontiers of health and healing.
CENTER FOR HIP HEALTH AND MOBILITY'S MOBILE RESEARCH LAB
Her Royal Highness visits the Centre for Hip Health and Mobility - Mobile Research Lab
FOUNDATION FOR THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY SEMINAR
His Royal Highness joins a seminar on sustainable urbanism at Simon FraserUniversity.
RETURN TO VICTORIA
Late Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses return to Victoria.
RECEPTION AND DINNER AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses attend a reception and dinner co-hosted by the Lieutenant- Governor, the Honourable Steven L. Point and Mrs. Point, and Premier Gordon Campbell.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
(Victoria,British Columbia)
CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses attend a remembrance service at Christ Church Cathedral.
They dedicate a stained glass window commemorating the 80th anniversary of the
consecration of the cathedral and the 150th anniversary of the Diocese of British
Columbia.
Monday, November 9, 2009
(Victoria, BritishColumbia - Ottawa,Ontario)
CFB ESQUIMALT
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses participate in a ceremony honouring the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Navy, which occurs 2010, at CFB Esquimalt. Their Royal Highnesses attend a reception at the Admiral's residence and meet members of the naval family, including serving, retired and civilian supporters.
DEPARTURE FROM BRITISH COLUMBIA
Afternooon
Their Royal Highnesses say farewell at the Victoria International Airport and depart for Ottawa.
VISIT TO OTTAWA AND PETAWAWA, ONTARIO AND
MONTREAL, QUEBEC (November 9-12, 2009)
ARRIVAL AT THE OTTAWAINTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at the Canada Reception Centre in Ottawa.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
(Ottawa, Ontario - Montréal, Quebec)
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses meet with Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada and His Excellency Jean-Daniel Lafond.
His Royal Highness then has a private meeting with the Prime Minister, the Right Honourable Stephen Harper.His Royal Highness will accept, on behalf of Prince William and Prince Harry, appointments as honorary Canadian Rangers.
His Royal Highness will then meet with the leader of Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition, the Honourable Michael Ignatieff.
Late morning
Their Royal Highnesses depart for Montréal, Quebec.
ARRIVAL AT THE PIERRE-ELLIOT TRUDEAU
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at Montréal's Pierre-Elliot Trudeau InternationalAirport.
MEETING WITH THE PREMIER OF QUEBEC
Their Royal Highnesses meet the Premier of Québec, the Honourable Jean Charest and Mme Michèle Dionne.
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
Their Royal Highnesses tour the headquarters of the Cirque du Soleil.
BIODÔME
Time: 15:20
His Royal Highness tours parts of the Biodôme and attends presentations on environmental issues.
BLACK WATCH PRESENTATION OF COLOURS
Late Afternoon
His Royal Highness will participate in the Black Watch Presentation of Colours. His Royal Highness will present new colours to The Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) of Canada and meet members of the regimental family, including serving, retired and civilian supporters. Their Royal Highnesses will also meet with veterans who have recently served in Afghanistan.
DEPARTURE FROM QUEBEC
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses depart Montréal from the Montréal P.E. Trudeau International Airport for Ottawa.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
(Ottawa and Petawawa, Ontario)
REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE AT THE NATIONAL WAR MEMORIAL
Time: 10:48
Their Royal Highnesses arrive at the National War Memorial for Remembrance Day
Service to join together with all Canadians in the National ceremony to remember and
honour the more than 1,500,000 Canadian men and women who have served, and
continue to serve, their country. They also honour the more than 100,000 Canadians who gave their lives so that we may live in peace.
CFB PETAWAWA
Afternoon
Their Royal Highnesses visit CFB Petawawa, where they will meet with military personnel and their families.
GOVERNOR GENERAL'S RECEPTION AND DINNER AT RIDEAU HALL
Evening
Their Royal Highnesses will attend a reception and dinner hosted by Their Excellencies at Rideau Hall.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
(Ottawa,Ontario)
TREE PLANTING AT RIDEAU HALL
Morning
Their Royal Highnesses will plant an oak tree at Rideau Hall as a commemoration of their visit.
OFFICIAL DEPARTURE CEREMONY FROM CANADA
Their Royal Highnesses participate in the official departure ceremony from Canada at the Canada Reception Centre at the OttawaInternational Airport.