Canadians make their feelings clear ahead of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's imminent arrival
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will check into a city centre hotel in Vancouver this evening
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Locals in Vancouver have made their feelings clear on the Sussexes ahead of the arrival of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry later today.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will land in Canada on Friday ahead of the 2025 Invictus Games, making the nearly three hour journey from Santa Barbara via private chartered jet.
Residents are eagerly anticipating the royal couple's arrival, with many expressing their support for the Sussexes.
One said: "I think they will be very warmly welcomed here.
"I'm from Toronto where Meghan filmed Suits and have been a big fan of hers. She gets a bad press, but I still like her."
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Another resident said: "I think they do a very good job and do their best to help people.
"I know that the people of Vancouver will love having them here.
"I know they are not in the Royal Family anymore, but so many people like them".
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will check into a city centre hotel ahead of the international sporting event for injured and sick military veterans.
This marks the couple's fifth attendance at the Invictus Games together, following their previous appearances in Sydney, The Hague, and Dusseldorf, where Meghan received an enthusiastic welcome from fans.
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This marks the couple's fifth attendance at the Invictus Games together, following their previous appearances in Sydney, The Hague, and Dusseldorf, where Meghan received an enthusiastic welcome from fans.
The Games, inspired by Prince Harry, will see 500 competitors from 23 countries participate in various sporting events across Vancouver.
Workmen across Vancouver are braving sub-zero temperatures to complete final preparations for the Games, with snow clearance operations underway at key venues.
Saturday's opening ceremony at BC Place stadium promises a star-studded lineup, with Montecito neighbour Katy Perry headlining the event.
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Saturday's opening ceremony at BC Place stadium promises a star-studded lineup, with Montecito neighbour Katy Perry headlining the event.
GettyChris Martin of Coldplay will perform the Invictus anthem, which Prince Harry commissioned him to compose specifically for the Games.
The performance will mark the first time Martin has presented the anthem to a live audience, with 40,000 spectators expected to attend.
Canadian singer Nelly Furtado, who previously performed at the 2007 Concert For Diana, will also take to the stage at Harry's invitation.
Prince Harry is scheduled to deliver a welcome speech to the wounded athletes and their families during the ceremony.