Justin Trudeau going to coronation of King Charles on May 6

WATCH ABOVE: As excitement builds on the eve of the coronation of King Charles III, some Canadians are pumped to be participating in the procession. Crystal Goomansingh met with some of them in Surrey, England as they prepare for the historic moment.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to attend the coronation of King Charles in London next week alongside dignitaries from around the world.

Trudeau’s office is likely to unveil more details about his trip to the United Kingdom later today.

The coronation of the 73-year-old monarch will take place at Westminster Abbey on May 6 in a religious ceremony conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury.

King Charles coronation memorabilia, many including Union Jack flags, on display at an outdoor stand

A flag showing King Charles III flies atop a souvenirs kiosk ahead of his coronation on May 6, in London, Friday, April 28, 2023.

Canadians will be able to celebrate the coronation at a special event in Ottawa the same day.

The federal Heritage Department says an hour-long program is being prepared to mark the occasion featuring music, art and poetry.

Trudeau was last in London for Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral in September.

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