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Royal couple to visit Okanagan university

Prince William and Kate will make a stop at UBC Okanagan Sept. 27.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will be at the University of B.C.'s Okanagan campus Sept. 27.

More details are known about a royal visit to the Okanagan.

The itinerary has been released for Prince William and Kate’s tour of B.C. from Sept. 24 to Oct. 1. It includes the University of B.C.’s Okanagan campus Sept. 27.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will help celebrate UBC Okanagan's 10th anniversary and the 100th anniversary of UBC. Their activities will include watching a demonstration of women’s volleyball.

Prince George  and Princess  Charlotte will accompany  their parents.

“This tour presents a unique opportunity the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to learn more about our province’s diverse urban, rural and remote wilderness regions,” said Premier Christy Clark.

The couple will also be in Vancouver, Victoria, Bella Bella and Haida Gwaii.

“I know all British Columbians will extend a warm welcome to their royal highnesses as we share the very best of our province,” said Clark.

 

 

 

 



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