The Duchess of Edinburgh cut a sombre figure as she attended a memorial service during her solo trip to Canada.
Sophie, 58, wrapped up warmly in a dark blue coat decorated with a poppy and a matching hat as she entered St. Catherine’s Cenotaph accompanied by the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario.
After the service, the mother of two, who is married to Prince Edward, Queen Elizabeth II’s youngest son, will attend a reception to meet soldiers from the Lincoln and Welland Regiment and their families.
Sophie looked perfect, wearing a navy clutch, silver hoop earrings and a brooch, pairing her elegant ensemble with autumnal boots.
Sophie is visiting Canada for five days, until Wednesday, as colonel of the Lincoln and Welland Regiment and patron of the Toronto General and Toronto Western hospitals, University Health Network (UHN).
The Duchess of Edinburgh cut a sombre figure as she attended a memorial service during her solo trip to Canada
Yesterday the Duchess visited barracks in military uniform as part of her five-day solo trip to Canada.
Sophie smiled as she greeted military personnel at the Lake Street Armory military barracks in St. Catharines.
The mother-of-two was at the base as she took part in The Duchess of Edinburgh competition, hosted by the Lincoln and Welland Regiment.
The venue and challenges change each year and Sophie’s military units come together to take part in a range of challenges.
The aim of this competition is to test physical and mental strength through difficult tasks. However, the winners receive a trophy – the Countess of Wessex Cup – presented by the Duchess herself.
For the occasion, the royal wore a camouflage jacket with the Canadian flag on the sleeve.
The garment was even personalized with her title on the right pocket, which read: “The Duchess of Edinburgh” in white font.
With Armistice Day approaching on November 11, Sophie honored those fighting in the world wars by pinning a poppy to her uniform.
Sophie, 58, wrapped up warmly in a dark blue coat decorated with a poppy and a matching hat as she entered St. Catherine’s Cenotaph accompanied by the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario
Sophie cut a dignified figure as she attended today’s service during her solo trip to Canada
The Duchess of Edinburgh lays a wreath during the memorial service today
After the service (pictured), the mother-of-two, who is married to Queen Elizabeth II’s youngest son Prince Edward, will attend a reception to meet soldiers from the Lincoln and Welland Regiment and their families
Sophie looked perfect, wearing a navy clutch, silver hoop earrings and a brooch, pairing her elegant ensemble with autumnal boots
She opted for a practical look and wore her blonde tresses pulled back away from her face. The queen wore her signature pink glittery eyeshadow – which matched her painted nails – and bold mascara.
In the evening, however, the Duchess chose a completely different outfit. She took off her uniform and opted for an elegant evening dress instead.
The King attended a dinner in support of the Lincoln & Welland Regimental Foundation. Guests were treated to a special performance by the Lincoln & Welland Association Band.
She was photographed beaming next to the Honorable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario.
Sophie (pictured) is visiting Canada for five days, until Wednesday, as colonel of the Lincoln and Welland Regiment and patron of Toronto General and Toronto Western hospitals, University Health Network (UHN)
During her final days in Canada, Sophie will spend three days visiting three UHN locations: Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital and Toronto Rehab. In the picture the church service taking place
The Duchess later visited the Lake Street Armories, where she spoke to Canadian soldiers
Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, accepts a gift from a member of the Canadian Armed Forces
Sophie wore a glittering maxi dress with mesh sleeves and paired it with a belt to show off her figure.
She paired the graceful look with a silver clutch, gray open-toe heels and a poppy pin.
During her final days in Canada, Sophie will spend three days visiting three UHN locations: Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital and Toronto Rehab.
During her visits, she will meet those working on the front lines of these organizations – such as healthcare workers, researchers, hospital supporters, volunteers, staff – and also visit patients.
The King will learn about the latest advances in arthritis, vision and brain research, social and emergency medicine, as well as innovations in cardiovascular care and the latest technologies in physical rehabilitation.