King Charles' visit to Canada: cancer diagnosis shakes royal plans!

King Charles' visit to Canada: cancer diagnosis shakes royal plans!

The upcoming state visit of King Charles III. and Queen Camilla in Canada is causing a stir. But less than 48 hours after their arrival, the two will leave again. The reason for this is to adapt the visit to the current health circumstances of the king, who continues to battle cancer. Their arrival in Ottawa took place on May 26, 2025, and they will travel back on May 27, which is seen as a drastic intervention in the plans.

While the short stay of less than 36 hours is particularly emphasized, the reason for the time restriction is Charles' cancer treatment. The king made his diagnosis public in February 2024 and the treatment is increasingly affecting both his life and his obligations. The royal plans have been meticulously adapted to his treatment cycles and, according to palace sources, the therapy is moving in a positive direction, with Charles returning to London on time for his regular treatment appointments.

Political dimensions of the state visit

In addition to the health aspects, the visit also has political dimensions. During his stay, King Charles plans to send a message to US President Donald Trump, who has recently made claims about wanting to make Canada the 51st US state. Such diplomatic allusions are significant in the current political landscape.

The state visit is also seen as a test of the royal couple's popularity in Canada. A September 2022 poll shows that 54% of Canadians want to cut ties with the British monarchy after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Around 81% do not feel connected to the monarchy. This raises concerns among the British monarch's staff about possible resistance and demonstrations during the visit, as previous state visits, for example to France, have already been marked by anti-royalist demonstrations.

Adding to these challenges, the visit is particularly eyed as it is the first after the king's coronation. This event was originally planned for 2024, but was postponed due to Charles' health. It remains to be seen how the reception in Canada will go and what kind of response the royal couple can actually receive.

Overall, it is clear that King Charles' health condition not only influences his duty as monarch, but also significantly shapes the diplomatic ambitions and public perception of the British monarchy in Canada.

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