The Duke of Edinburgh will be laid to rest on Saturday morning.
Tributes were paid in the House of Commons this week to Prince Philip who died last week at the age of 99.
President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada Dominic Leblanc says he inspired generations of young people in Canada and around the world.
“I hope his memory will encourage more of us to serve our community in whatever capacity we can, that it will remind us we all gain when we help others realize their full potential, that providing opportunities in the most inclusive way possible brings us together, that we must support our youth to ensure their success, that when our country calls, we should be ready to serve, and that in times of joy and sorrow, we must be there for our families,” Leblanc said.
Leblanc hopes Prince Philip’s memory will encourage more Canadians to serve their communities.
Leblanc said, “In every province and territory, His Royal Highness had the pleasure of meeting Canadians from every corner of our vast country over the course of his 60 visits to Canada. His deep commitment to Canada was even recognized when he was named the first extraordinary Companion of the Order of Canada. He served as patron or president of nearly 800 organizations, more than 40 of which were in Canada. These organizations reflected his interest in science and technology research, environmental conservation, and most notably his love of sports and dedication to young people,”
One of Prince Philip’s last public events was to attend Canada 150 celebrations at Canada House in the United Kingdom in 2017, where former governor general Johnston presented the Queen with a Sapphire Jubilee gift on behalf of all Canadians.
The funeral will be held Saturday morning near London. It is expected to be a ceremonial funeral, not a state funeral, due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Canadians will also have the opportunity to remember His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh at a commemorative ceremony to be held in Ottawa.
