Flag Day Ottawa

Celebrate the Flag – Join in the Celebrations!

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Canada’s Capital Region

On Sunday, February 15, 2015 the National Flag of Canada will turn 50! 

As we prepare for the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017, the 50th anniversary of our National Flag is a significant milestone that calls for celebration.

Come and celebrate with us! 

What: Bring your family and friends to mark the 50th anniversary of the National Flag of Canada:

• Join the Winterlude Mascots for a flag raising and citizenship reaffirmation ceremony--where you can repeat the oath of citizenship to express your commitment to Canada.
• Join the choir and sing ‘O Canada’.
• Stroll through a photo exhibit of special people and moments that feature our flag.
• Read about how our flag was born, and check out the gorgeous flag-themed ice sculpture.
• Enjoy a piece of birthday cake.
• Wave your flag and mark this special moment by posting your “selfie” on Facebook, Twitter and Flickr (#FLAG50).

When: February 15, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Where: Confederation Park, located at the corner of Elgin Street and Laurier Street in Ottawa.