Prince Harry's trip to Toronto was announced while Prince William is in Brazil for "security and protection" reasons, a source has claimed.
It is understood that the events for the Duke of Sussex's visit to Canada were planned nearly a year ago, with a date set by the charity True Patriot Love.
Speaking to Hello, a source suggested: "[Harry] is not afforded the same level of security and protection as other 'working' members of the Royal Family."
The source added that advice from private security advisors and the event's security team provided guidance about when trips can be announced.
A source said Harry's Toronto trip announcement while William is in Brazil is for 'security and protection' reasons
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The Duke of Sussex's Toronto itinerary will take place during Remembrance week as he plans to spend Remembrance Sunday in the Canadian hotspot.
His engagement includes meeting ex-servicemen, current military personnel and defence-related charities.
Prince Harry's spokesman highlighted Toronto's significance for the duke, with it hosting the Invictus Games in 2017.
It is also the city where Harry made his first public appearance with his now-wife, Meghan Markle.
Toronto hosted the Invictus Games in 2017
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The duke will attend True Patriot Love's National Tribute Dinner, Canada's largest celebration in support of military members, veterans and their families.
The same day that Harry is out in Canada, William will join Sir Keir Starmer at the Cop30 summit, on behalf of his father, King Charles.
William arrived in Brazil today, ahead of the 2025 Earthshot Prize Awards ceremony, set to take place on November 5.
The Prince of Wales will deliver a speech on behalf of his father, highlighting the urgent need for climate action.
William arrived in Rio de Janeiro today ahead of the Earthshot Prize Awards
| PAUpon his arrival in Rio de Janeiro today, the city's mayor, Eduardo Paes, presented William with ceremonial keys to the city atop Sugarloaf Mountain.
The royal ascended the iconic landmark via cable car, where Mayor Paes guided him to a series of viewing points overlooking the Brazilian metropolis.
The symbolic gesture occurred at the mountain's summit, offering the prince sweeping vistas of Rio's landscape.
Before taking off for Rio, the prince said he was "excited" for his first visit to the Brazilian city.
Mayor Eduardo Paes welcomed Prince William to Rio de Janeiro today, presenting him with ceremonial keys to the city atop Sugarloaf Mountain
| GETTYWilliam said: "As I depart for Rio de Janeiro, I am excited for my first visit and to experience Brazil's vibrant culture, its extraordinary biodiversity, and above all, the warmth of its people.
"With the world's eyes turning to Brazil this week, there is no better place to celebrate bold climate leadership.
"Hosting the Earthshot Prize allows us to not only recognise those driving change, but to be inspired by them.
"When we work together with optimism and courage, a more sustainable future is within our reach."
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