Controversy about the King's coronation and other Canadian news
The most important events of the week from May 1 to 7.
On Saturday, May 6, the coronation of Charles III, the new king of not only the U.K. but also Canada, took place. We talked about how the coronation of monarchs goes — there hasn't been such an event in 70 years.
Canadians are divided in their opinions about the monarchy. According to surveys, about half of Canadians are strongly opposed to dependence on the British Crown, while the other half say it is an essential part of Canadian identity. While there was a generally positive view of the late Queen Elizabeth, Canadians did not like Charles III.
The country's Governor General, who is the King's representative in Canada, declares that they must give Charles a chance to prove himself as a leader. Giving up the monarchy is not as easy as it sounds, because then Canada would have to develop a plan of action for independence and think of an alternative form of government.
In honour of Charles III, Canada will have CAD 20 bills and coins depicting him. The Royal Canadian Mint plans to share the new coin design this fall, and the Bank of Canada won't put the bills into circulation until several years later. Money depicting Elizabeth II will also remain in circulation.
Economy, jobs, and wages
Many provinces in Canada raise the minimum wage every year. This year it is between CAD 13 and CAD 16.77 per hour, depending on the region. However, human rights activists say that this wage is not enough, and the rate should be at least CAD 18 per hour. Living at minimum wage is especially difficult in expensive cities. The top unaffordable ones include Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Victoria.
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