King Charles invoked shared sacrifice and service in his speech from the throne —something a young cadet escorting Queen Camilla understands and appreciates more than most. Warrant Officer Olivia Vernelli was six months old when her father was killed in Afghanistan.

King Charles delivered the speech from the throne on Tuesday, setting out the Liberal government’s agenda for the new Parliament. Read the full speech here.

The speech from the throne is normally a routine affair. But after the recent annexation threats by U.S. President Donald Trump, it was crafted to remind the White House that Canada is not an American state in waiting — but a country with its own identity, culture and history.

King Charles will deliver the Liberal government’s throne speech this morning as the new parliamentary session officially kicks off.

Prime Minister Mark Carney will take part in his first question period on Wednesday — but will not carry on a tradition started by his predecessor.

Francis Scarpaleggia was elected Monday as the new Speaker of the House of Commons. Scarpaleggia, the Liberal member from Lac-Saint-Louis, Que., is now responsible for presiding over the business concerning Parliament in an impartial matter while maintaining order during debate between MPs.

Liberal MP Francis Scarpaleggia, who represents the Quebec riding of Lac-Saint-Louis, has been elected the new Speaker of the House of Commons and will preside over what Prime Minister Mark Carney says will be a “very, very” busy few weeks and months ahead.