National Flag Day Celebration

On February 15, 1965, the Canadian flag raised for the first time on Parliament Hill. National Flag Day commemorates the first flag raising and honours the symbol of Canada.

uTurn Project Inc. held its National Flag Day Celebration on February 15, 2016, to comprehend what it means to be Canadian. The event was held at the Genesis Centre with fifty people attending in the commons area. Speeches given outlined the value of the Canadian flag and how it is a prominent domestic and international symbol.

During the event, Air Cadets attended and there was a traditional exhibition of our Canadian flag. Individuals gathered together to appreciate the value and unique qualities of the Canadian flag that represents its citizens and its importance as a symbol of Canadian identity.

The celebration is a continuation of a fifty-one-year strong celebration and captured the determination of individuals that contributed to the fundamental building blocks of Canada’s history. This event played a vital role in establishing a sense of pride and a collective identity for the Canadian nation.