Banners on Confederation Boulevard

Each year, Canadian Heritage flies over 500 banners along Confederation Boulevard, the Capital’s ceremonial route in downtown Ottawa and Gatineau. The banners highlight Canada’s provinces and territories as well as anniversaries of significance.

National Gallery of Canada behind Confederation Boulevard

Provincial and territorial banners in Canada’s Capital Region

The colourful provincial and territorial banners provide a window on Canada. These banners incorporate details and imagery representative of the provinces and territories, along with recognition of Canada’s Capital Region. The design of these banners changes yearly, and features themes such as floral and animal emblems or provincial and territorial landscapes. The 2024 display features provincial and territorial flowers, in designs inspired by the stained-glass windows in the House of Commons.

Discover the 2024 provincial and territorial banners

Commemorative banners

Each year, special commemorative banners are also installed on Confederation Boulevard. These banners highlight:

  • significant milestones in Canadian history
  • Canadian culture
  • important Canadian figures

Discover the 2024 commemorative banners

In 2024, the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) celebrates 100 years of service as a distinct military element. The Centennial banners reflect the RCAF’s distinct heritage and generate excitement for its bright future in a dynamic design.

In partnership with Veterans Affairs Canada, we display a commemorative banner series that honours Canadian Armed Forces missions around the world. In 2024, these banners pay tribute to Canada’s military efforts in Africa over the years.

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