Canadians celebrate mix of pageantry, modern twists in royal wedding
As the freshly minted Duke and Duchess of Sussex embark on married life together, many Canadians said the fledgling royal union also marks a new chapter for the monarchy.
With its combination of stately grandeur and touches of modernity, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding was hailed by Canadians as a coming-out celebration for a younger generation of royals who promise to shake up the largely ceremonial institution.
For the crowd watching the event unfold on a big screen at the Princess of Wales Theatre in Markle’s adopted home of Toronto, it was also a thrilling first glimpse of the newest royal on her wedding day.
Some attendees were moved to tears. One clutched her chest as Prince Harry seemed to fight back tears at the sight of his bride.