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Prince William and Kate in Ottawa, Canada

The day of Prince William and Kate Middleton yesterday in Ottawa, was characterized by several events around July 1. Here are the highlights, in pictures and videos of all their activities including fireworks closing ceremonies at noon and the show that brought together K Florence, Pierre Lapointe, and The 7 Fingers.

The schedule of William and Kate began yesterday with a Canadian citizenship ceremony at the Canadian Museum of Civilization. The royal couple attended the swearing in of 25 new Canadians. The future monarch has welcomed the new citizens by presenting them with a Canadian flag while Catherine gave them one of a smaller size. The presence of William was no accident and was used to "celebrate civic pride and highlight the role of the sovereign who is inseparable from our constitutional monarchy" according to the Department of Canadian Heritage.

Then it was madness! Leaving the calm and the air museum, the royal couple flew in a carriage to Parliament Hill to take part in celebrations on July 1. The carriage, built in 1890 was purchased in 1911 by Earl Grey, Governor General of the day for $ 4 000 and a gift to Canada. Walking through the streets of Ottawa, Kate and William were surprised - and happy - the enthusiasm of the crowd. For half a million people were displaced (some camped for the night) to take part in the festivities.

Another topic of surprise to the royal couple: the heat. "I'm so hot, it's unbelievable," said Kate has to Laureen, the wife of Prime Minister Stephen Harper. However, the Duchess of Cambridge had taken care to dress lightly and comfortably for the day will be long and tiring. She emerged the white dress she wore for the official photo of her engagement to Prince William and had taken Mario Testino. In addition to greet the day of the Canadian National Holiday, Kate was wearing a hat shaped bright red maple leaf.

After spending some time to shake hands, to greet the crowd and talking to the curious gathered along the guardrails (a specific request of William and Kate who want to spend as much time as possible to meet the public) they are directed to the VIP box erected on Parliament Hill. They were formally welcomed by Stephen Harper who, in a speech, called it "the most famous newlyweds the world" and guarantee "our unbreakable link to our past and our optimism about the future."

William's speech ( in full here ), carefully prepared in French and English, generated warm applause from the crowd. If it has not addressed the subject of his mother (Lady Diana would have celebrated his 50th birthday yesterday), he stressed the importance of the family by talking about his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II and mention the grandfather of Kate. He also recalled the "unity" of Canada and praised the role of Canadian soldiers in Afghanistan with the mission ends this year.

The official celebrations of Canada Day then included the traditional fly-past of CF-18 and the Demonstration Team Snowbirds and more celebrate the centenary of Parks Canada. The musical show that followed was organized to bring "featuring talented artists" for "giving Canadians a sense of patriotism and pride." Thus, the Quebec Pierre Lapointe, Florence K, Elisapie Isaac and groups Sam Roberts Band and The 7 Fingers happened to the royal couple.

Kate and William were also able to see Florence K, Fab and Frannie Random Recipe and Oumou Soumare in a number called the turn of the Bolduc. The noon show then continued with the presence of the band of itinerant Kumpa'nia drums, string quartet Quatuor Orphée, the dance and all Zogma World Music Soul Influence who sang a capella.

After a few hours of rest, William and Kate have returned to Parliament Hill to witness after another walkabout in the evening concert hosted by Rebecca Makonnen and Jian Gomeshi and fireworks. Comfortably seated in a private suite, the lovers took advantage of their full-evening.

Kate moreover created a sensation. The young woman had changed and was wearing a beautiful purple held. She had kept the diamond brooch in the shape of maple leaf, but had changed her hairstyle, opting for the hair to be cooler. As for William, it was relaxed, having given up the tie and jacket and wearing a new shirt, white one.

According to the confidences of some of the employees of the royal tour, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are "affected" by the welcome they receive. Because wherever they went during the last two days, Kate and William were greeted by cheers and their passage to Canada differs from that of other members of the royal family. "It's amazing. None of us expected this, "said moreover that aide.

Today, July 2, 2011, lovers will spend the morning in Ottawa, where they will participate in two other activities. Then in the afternoon they will travel to Montreal to visit the Sainte-Justine Hospital and the Institute of Tourism and Hospitality (ITHQ). They then embark on a ship up the St. Lawrence River in Quebec to lead and they spend the night on the water before starting another day of activities.