The Duchess of Edinburgh visited barracks in military uniform yesterday as part of her five-day solo trip to Canada.
Sophie, 58, 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.
The Duchess of Edinburgh visited barracks in military uniform yesterday as part of her five-day solo trip to Canada
For the occasion, the king 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 who fought in the World War by pinning a poppy to her uniform.
The Red Poppy – the symbol of the Royal British Legion – is a symbol of both remembrance and hope for a peaceful future. Poppies are worn as a sign of support for the armed forces community.
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.
The Duchess wore simple silver studs and practical brown military-style boots, which she paired with forest green trousers.
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, 58, smiled as she greeted military personnel at the Lake Street Armory military barracks in St. Catharines
For the occasion, the king wore a camouflage jacket with the Canadian flag on the sleeve
In the evening the Duchess chose a completely different outfit. She took off her uniform and opted for an elegant evening dress instead
The Honorable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, and Sophie Duchess of Edinburgh were pictured together at dinner
The belle of the ball! Sophie looked stunning as she attended a dinner in support of the Lincoln & Welland Regimental Foundation
Sophie wore a glittering maxi dress with mesh sleeves, which she paired with a belt to show off her chic figure.
She paired the graceful look with a silver clutch, gray open-toe heels and a Poppy pin.
The Duchess, who arrived in Canada on Friday, also took part in an ice wine tasting yesterday while visiting a Canadian winery.
To start her Saturday, she visited Inniskillin Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake in southern Ontario.
Today, the Duchess “will attend a memorial service at St. Catherine’s Cenotaph, accompanied by the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, before attending a reception to meet soldiers of the Lincoln and Welland Regiment and their families,” according to the royal’s website.
And on her final day in Canada, November 8th, 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.”