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rince Harry is slated to speak at the Ontario Real Estate Association’s Power House Conference on Dec. 1, where he will headline as keynote speaker. The event, drawing real‑estate professionals and stakeholders, has generated buzz for the royal presence. While the OREA welcomes the Duke of Sussex’s participation, insiders at the palace reportedly view the engagement as a costly cameo that may signal financial pressure.

    Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020 and relocating to Montecito, Harry and Meghan Markle have pursued various business ventures. The upcoming conference will tackle housing supply, regulation, policy, and affordability in Ontario. A recent report by Rob Shuter notes that palace staff see the move as a sign of desperation. One source remarked, “He used to walk through minefields; now he’s walking showroom carpets.” Critics question what Harry can contribute, given his limited knowledge of Ontario’s real‑estate market, and ask what expertise he brings to housing policy. Palace insiders speculate the appearance reflects monetary strain, but Harry’s team has yet to comment.