50th Anniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag

Sep 25, 2025 — 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

50th Anniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag – Ceremony at the University of Ottawa on Thursday, September 25, 2025!

Where and when:

10:30 a.m. – Meet up on Tabaret lawn for the tintamarre procession (CANCELED)
11 a.m. – Official ceremony at the Agora, University Centre (UCU)

Students at Franco-Ontarian day holding a Franco-Ontarian flag

Description

On September 25, join us at the University of Ottawa to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag!

We invite students, staff members, professors, alumni, partners and members of the public to participate in this main event on Franco-Ontarian Day to celebrate the anniversary of the first raising of this emblem of the Francophonie in Ontario.

We will hold the Franco-Ontarian flag ceremony at the Agora, University Centre (UCU), as a heartfelt symbol of our roots, our common history, our shared future and our love for the Francophonie in Ontario.

Why take part in these celebrations?

To highlight a defining, historic moment for the Francophonie in Ontario
To spread Franco-Ontarian culture throughout our University community
To enjoy an inclusive, festive gathering
To discover, or rediscover, the University of Ottawa’s Francophone history

Register today to confirm your participation!

Accessibility

If you require accommodation, please contact the event host as soon as possible at [email protected].