Meghan Markle has returned to her home in Montecito, California after supporting her husband, Prince Harry, at the 2025 Invictus Games in Vancouver and Whistler.
The Duchess of Sussex did not return home empty handed, as Hello! Magazine reports that Meghan brought home a load of surprises for her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
According to Hello! Magazine's reporting, Archie and Lilibet received uniquely Canadian gifts including bear paw chocolates, Timbits, and doughnuts from the world famous Tim Hortons. The young Prince and Princess also received customized jerseys from Team Nigeria!
Meghan showed off her haul with a new set of Instagram Stories. The Duchess made her Instagram Stories debut while documenting her experiences at the Invictus Games.
The end of a great run in Vancouver and Whistler
Meghan Markle signified that her early exit from the Invictus Games will not stop her from supporting Prince Harry as he oversees the rest of the event.
"A taste of Canada and The Invictus Games for our little ones! Cheering you on from home!" Meghan wrote on the caption of her Instagram story.
Hello! Magazine reports that Meghan left Canada early so she could care for her and Harry's children. Things shouldn't be too hectic for the Duchess, though, as the Games are scheduled to end February 16th.
The 2025 Invictus Games have been a monumental success for Prince Harry as he continues to serve those who sacrificed for their countries in the past. The Invictus Games invite wounded veterans to compete and show off their warrior spirit in much safer situations.
"Beyond any differences, here at the Invictus Games, we are grounded in mutual respect," Harry said at the Games' opening ceremony. "Over the past decade, I've lost count of the times [we've] heard you tell us that the Invictus Games 'saved you.' Respectfully...You saved yourself."
It seems like the Invictus Games are as important to Prince Harry as the Earthshot Awards are to Prince William. Harry's passion for wounded service members motivated him to start the Invictus Games in 2014. Since then, the Duke has done his part to use sports as a way to improve veterans' mental health.
In an interview with People, Prince Harry said that Archie and Lilibet have begun asking about the Invictus Games' competitors and their backstories. Harry hinted that answering his children's questions is a delicate process. However, we're sure the Duke will find a way to explain things to the young royals over time.