Prince Harry says visiting Canadian veterans is the highlight of his Toronto trip

By Rianna Lim Veterans at a care centre in Toronto gathered Thursday to present their art therapy work to Prince Harry and share their stories ahead of Remembrance Day, as they reflected on the lasting impact of their sacrifices in service. The Duke of Sussex called it a highlight of his two-day visit to Toronto, which included several events in support of Canadian veterans and military members. Sitting in a woodworking studio at Sunnybrook Hospital’s veterans centre, a group of residents painted red poppies onto wood carvings. Among them was Ozzie Reece, 75, who served in the Canadian military for more than three decades. Remembrance Day is important to him and it’s something he looks forward to, he said, because it’s a reminder of his family’s ties to service. “It…

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