Royal wedding may help revive Canadians’ interest in the monarchy
Posted Nov 16, 2010 12:08:37 PM.
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TORONTO, Ont. – The latest royal engagement may help revive interest in the monarchy throughout Canada, according to experts.
Royal commentator Rafal Heydel-Mankoo said Prince William and Kate Middleton will put a fresh, modern face on the monarchy and will likely be well-received by Canadians.
The couple announced their engagement earlier Tuesday, saying they plan to tie the knot in 2011.
Heydel-Mankoo said the Royal Family has always had strong “affection” for Canada, adding the couple will likely carry on that tradition.
He said William’s celebrity status was cemented on a visit to Canada several years ago, adding the country will always hold some significance for him.
Heydel-Mankoo said Canadians will likely embrace Middleton, the daughter of self-made millionaires who is widely viewed as a style icon.
