National Flag of Canada half-masting notices

The following notices provide details about half-masting events in Canada, or in special circumstances, in a foreign country. See the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada for more information.

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Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE RIGHT HONOURABLE MARTIN BRIAN MULRONEY, P.C., C.C., G.O.Q. Masting period: From now until sunset on March 23, 2024. Masting location(s): The flags on the Peace Tower and all federal buildings and establishments in Canada. Additional details:

As per the Rules for half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 4).

Notice of half-masting: TO COMMEMORATE THE VICTIMS OF THE PLANE CRASH IN THE NORTHWEST TERRITORIES Masting period: From now until sunset on January 31, 2024 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Northwest Territories Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF MINISTER DERRICK BRAGG Masting period: From now until sunset on January 26, 2024. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE ED BROADBENT, P.C., C.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on January 17, 2024. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Canada including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7 & 16).

Additionally, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Canada, including the Peace Tower, will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on January 28, 2024, the day of the memorial service of the late Ed Broadbent who passed away on January 11, 2024.

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE ALAN REDWAY, P.C., K.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on January 10, 2024. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Toronto, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JOHN GODFREY, P.C., C.M. Masting period: From now until sunset on January 10, 2024. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Toronto, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset January 10, 2024, the day of the funeral of the late John Godfrey.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE NOËL KINSELLA, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on December 13, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Saint John, New Brunswick. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on December 13, 2023. 

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE GERALD COMEAU, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on December 9, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Municipality of Baie Sainte-Marie, Nova Scotia. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on December 9, 2023, the day of the funeral of the late Gerald Comeau.

Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE AND ACTION ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: Indigenous Veterans Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on November 8, 2023 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Ontario (excluding the Peace Tower) Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)

Notice of half-masting: Indigenous Veterans Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on November 8, 2023 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF CHIEF EDWARD SANGRIS OF THE YELLOWKNIVES DENE FIRST NATION Masting period: From now until sunset on Monday, November 6, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)

Notice of half-masting: REMEMBRANCE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, November 11, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE IAN SHUGART, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on November 11, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Ottawa, Ontario, excluding the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on November 11, 2023, the day of the funeral of the late Ian Shugart. 

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JAMES M. LEE, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on October 16, 2023 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on October 16, 2023.

Notice of half-masting: IN LIGHT OF RECENT EVENTS IN ISRAEL Masting period: From now until sunset on October 9, 2023. Masting location(s): Peace Tower and all flags on Parliament Hill and at 80 Wellington Street. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, September 30, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: POLICE AND PEACE OFFICERS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 24, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Monique Bégin, P.C., C.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on September 15, 2023, and from sunrise to sunset on November 2, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Ottawa, excluding the Peace Tower Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Ottawa, Ontario, and the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on November 2, 2023, the day of the memorial service of the late Monique Bégin.

Notice of half-masting: FIREFIGHTERS’ NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 10, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JAMES K. BARTLEMAN, O.C., O.ONT. Masting period: From now until sunset on August 28, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Ontario, excluding the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE HUGH SEGAL, O.C., O.ONT., C.D. Masting period: From sunrise until sunset on August 18, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Kingston, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE PATRICIA CARNEY, P.C., C.M., O.B.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on August 26, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments on Saturna Island, British Columbia. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on August 26, 2023, the day of the funeral of the late Patricia Carney.

Updated Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE FIREFIGHTER WHO DIED IN THE NORTHWEST TERRITORIES Masting period: From now until sunset on July 27, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Northwest Territories. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE MICHEL DUPUY, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on July 23, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Boucherville, Quebec. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on July 23, 2023, the day of the funeral of the late Michel Dupuy.

Notice of half-masting: ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE HELICOPTER CRASH Masting period: From sunrise until sunset on July 4, 2023. Masting location(s): City of Woodstock, Ontario Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

The day of the funeral for Captain David Domagala.

Notice of half-masting: ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE HELICOPTER CRASH Masting period: From now until sunset on June 22, 2023. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Updated Notice of half-masting: ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE HELICOPTER CRASH Masting period: From now until July 7, 2023. Masting location(s): Town of Petawawa, Ontario Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

The day of the memorial service for Captain Marc Larouche.

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGIC BUS ACCIDENT THAT TOOK PLACE IN MANITOBA Masting period: From now until sunset on June 16, 2023. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR VICTIMS OF TERRORISM Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, June 23, 2023. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR DECEASED PARLIAMENTARIANS Masting period: From 0800 to 1130 hours on June 5, 2023. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE SERGEANT ERIC MUELLER Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on May 18, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Eastern Ontario, excluding the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE MARC LALONDE, P.C., O.C., Q.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on May 26, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Montréal, Quebec. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on May 26, 2023, of the late Marc Lalonde.

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF CONSTABLE HARVINDER SINGH DHAMI Masting period: From sunrise until sunset on Thursday, April 20, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Alberta. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: DAY OF MOURNING FOR PERSONS KILLED OR INJURED IN THE WORKPLACE (WORKERS' MOURNING DAY) Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, April 28, 2023. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE ANTHONY CHISHOLM ABBOTT, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on April 29, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Victoria, British Columbia. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on April 29, 2023, the day of the funeral of the late Anthony Chisholm Abbott.

Notice of half-masting: VIMY RIDGE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, April 9, 2023. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF CONSTABLES TRAVIS JORDAN AND BRETT RYAN Masting period: From sunrise until sunset on March 27, 2023 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Alberta Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGIC EVENT THAT OCCURRED IN AMQUI Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on March 15, 2023. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE VICTIMS OF COVID-19 Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on March 11, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Québec. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN LAVAL AND TO MARK THE CANDLELIGHT VIGIL IN THEIR HONOUR Masting period: From now until sunrise on February 10, 2023. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF HAZEL MCCALLION Masting period: From now until sunset on February 14, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Mississauga. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

In addition, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Ontario, excluding the Peace Tower in Ottawa, will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on February 14, 2023, the day of the funeral.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE DAVID C. ONLEY, C.M., O.ONT. Masting period: From now until sunset on January 30, 2023, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Ontario, excluding the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable Grzegorz Pierzchala Masting period: From January 3, 2023 until sunset on January 4, 2023. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Barrie, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JIM CARR, P.C., O.M. Masting period: Until sunset on December 18, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE AND ACTION ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: INDIGENOUS VETERANS DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on November 8, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Ontario (excluding the Peace Tower). Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: REMEMBRANCE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, November 11, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF CONSTABLE SHAELYN YANG Masting period: From sunrise until sunset on November 2, 2022, the day of the funeral service. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Burnaby, British Columbia. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE CONSTABLE SHAELYN YANG Masting period: From now until sunset on Wednesday, October 19, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Burnaby, British Columbia Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Additionally, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Burnaby, British Columbia, will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral or commemorative service for the late Constable Shaelyn Yang (date to be confirmed).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE CONSTABLE SHAELYN YANG Masting period: From now until sunset on Wednesday, October 19, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of British Columbia Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Additionally, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of British Columbia will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral or commemorative service for the late Constable Shaelyn Yang (date to be confirmed).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE CONSTABLE MORGAN RUSSELL AND CONSTABLE DEVON NORTHRUP Masting period: From now until sunset on Thursday October 20, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Simcoe County, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE CONSTABLE MORGAN RUSSELL AND CONSTABLE DEVON NORTHRUP Masting period: From now until until sunset on the day of the funeral or commemorative service (date to be confirmed). Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Simcoe County, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE GILLES LOISELLE, P.C., O.Q. Masting period: From now until sunset on Friday October 14, 2022 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Montréal, Quebec. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on October 14, 2022, the day of the funeral of the late Gilles Loiselle.

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE WILLIAM ALEXANDER BLAIKIE, P.C., O.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on October 2, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on October 2, 2022, the day of the funeral of the late William Alexander Blaikie.

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF TORONTO POLICE CONSTABLE ANDREW HONG Masting period: From now until sunset on September 21, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Toronto. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: POLICE AND PEACE OFFICERS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 25, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, September 30, 2022 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II Masting period: From now until sunset on September 19, 2022, the day of the memorial service of Her Majesty the Queen. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Canada and abroad, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 1)

Note: The National Flag of Canada is hoisted completely from 11 A.M till Sunset on September 10, 2022, the day on which the accession of the new monarch is proclaimed.

Updated Notice of half-masting: VICTIMS OF THE TRAGIC EVENTS IN SASKATCHEWAN Masting period: Until until sunset on September 14, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Saskatchewan. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Sections 10).

Notice of half-masting: Firefighters’ National Memorial Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 11, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE BILL GRAHAM, P.C., O.C., Q.C. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on September 20, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Toronto, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on September 20, 2022, the day of the memorial service of the late Bill Graham.

Updated Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, June 23, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism Masting period: From now until sunset on Thursday, June 23, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR DECEASED PARLIAMENTARIANS Masting period: From 0800 to 1130 hours on June 6, 2022. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF FORMER NUNATSIAVUT PRESIDENT AND MINISTER JIM LYALL Masting period: From now until sunset on May 16, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JOHN WILLIAM BOSLEY, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on May 11, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Toronto, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

 

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on May 11, 2022, the day of the memorial service of the late John William Bosley.

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF GUY LAFLEUR Masting period: From sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Quebec. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: DAY OF MOURNING FOR PERSONS KILLED OR INJURED IN THE WORKPLACE (WORKERS' MOURNING DAY) Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, April 28, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE DAVID WILLIAM KILGOUR, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on April 9, 2022, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Ottawa, excluding the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

 

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on April 9, 2022, the day of the funeral of the late David William Kilgour.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JOYCE FAIRBAIRN, P.C., C.M. Masting period: From now until sunset on Monday April 4, 2022 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Lethbridge, Alberta. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

 

Additionally, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Lethbridge, Alberta, and the flag on the Peace Tower, will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the day of the memorial service (date to be determined in summer 2022) of the late Joyce Fairbairn. 

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE CLAUDETTE BRADSHAW, P.C., O.N.B. Masting period: From now until sunset on Friday, April 1, 2022, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Moncton, New Brunswick. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

 

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, April 1, 2022, the day of the funeral of the late Claudette Bradshaw

Notice of half-masting: VIMY RIDGE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, April 9, 2022. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE LEN GUSTAFSON, C.P. Masting period: From now until sunset on Friday, March 25, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Macoun, Saskatchewan. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

 

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on March 25, 2022, the day of the funeral of the late Len Gustafson.

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE VICTIMS OF COVID-19 Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on March 11, 2022 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Québec. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: TO MARK THE TRAGIC EVENT THAT TOOK PLACE IN FORT SMITH, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES Masting period: From now until sunset on March 7, 2022. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Northwest Territories. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE EDWARD ROBERTS, C.M., O.N.L., Q.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on January 17, 2022, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JOE COMUZZI, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on January 5, 2022, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Thunder Bay. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

 

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on January 5, 2022, the day of the funeral of the late Joe Comuzzi.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE R. JOHN EFFORD, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on January 5, 2022. Masting location(s): Port De Grave Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

 

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset at a later time.

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF MEL LASTMAN Masting period: From now until sunset today. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Toronto. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE AND ACTION ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Monday, December 6, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JOSÉE FOREST-NIESING Masting period: From now until sunset on Friday, November 26, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Sudbury, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

 

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, November 26, 2021, the day of the funeral of the late Josée Forest-Niesing.

Notice of half-masting: HALF MASTING: REMEMBRANCE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Remembrance Day, Thursday, November 11, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

 

When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset.

Notice of half-masting: HALF MASTING: INDIGENOUS VETERANS DAY Masting period: From sunrise on Monday, November 8, 2021 until sunrise Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE LATE HONOURABLE WILLIAM G. DAVIS, P.C., C.C., OONT, Q.C. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, November 4, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Ontario, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10 and 7).

 

Note: As the flags are currently half-masted, no action is required.

Updated Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE TRAGIC EVENT THAT TOOK PLACE IN FARO, YUKON Masting period: Until sunset November 5, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the community of Faro, Yukon. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

 

Note: As the flags are currently half-masted, no action is required.

Notice of half-masting: POLICE AND PEACE OFFICERS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Masting period: September 26, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Note: As the flags are currently half-masted, no action is required.

Notice of half-masting: Memorial Service for Deceased Parliamentarians Masting period: 12:00 noon to 15:00 on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 Masting location(s): The Peace Tower Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Note: As the flags are currently half-masted, no action is required.

Updated Notice of half-masting: Firefighters’ National Memorial Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 12, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

Note: As the flags are currently half-masted, no action is required.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE BILL DAVIS, P.C., C.C., OOnt, Q.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on August 17, 2021, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Brampton, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on August 17, 2021, the day of the funeral of the late Bill Davis.

Note: As the flags are currently half-masted, no action is required.

Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR VICTIMS OF TERRORISM Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, June 23, 2021. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE TRAGIC EVENT THAT TOOK PLACE IN LONDON, ONTARIO Masting period: From now until sunset on Wednesday, June 9, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of London, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: IDENTIFICATION OF UNMARKED GRAVES AT THE FORMER KAMLOOPS RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL - HOISTING THE NATIONAL FLAG Masting period: Sunset on November 7, 2021. Masting location(s): The flags on the Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Notice of half-masting: Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day) Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: TO COMMEMORATE THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGIC EVENT IN N.S LAST YEAR. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset from April 18 - 19, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Nova Scotia and the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Sections 10 & 16).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH Masting period: From now until sunset on April 17, 2021, the day of the funeral and memorial service. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Canada and abroad, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 2).

Notice of half-masting: TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE FIVE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPIOID OVERDOSE CRISIS IN B.C. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of British Columbia. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: VIMY RIDGE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, April 9, 2021. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF OBSERVANCE FOR COVID-19 Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, March 11, 2021. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada and abroad. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE ELAINE MCCOY, Q.C. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, March 7, 2021. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Calgary, Alberta. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

 

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, March 7, 2021, the day of the memorial service of the late Elaine McCoy.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE ALFONSO GAGLIANO, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on Friday, December 18, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Dunham, Quebec. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, December 18, 2020, the day of the funeral of the late Alfonso Gagliano.

 

Notice of half-masting: MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR DECEASED PARLIAMENTARIANS Masting period: From 1200 to 1500 hours on Tuesday, December 15, 2020. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF CONSTABLE MARC HOVINGH Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on November 28, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Northern Ontario, including Nipissing, Temiskaming-Cochrane, Nickel Belt and all ridings to the north and west. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

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Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE AND ACTION ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, December 6, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF FORMER GRAND CHIEF OF THE HURON-WENDAT FIRST NATION MAX GROS-LOUIS, O.C., O.Q. Masting period: From now until sunset on November 19, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Québec. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Notice of half-masting: IN HONOUR OF MR. SAMUEL PATY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on November 4, 2020. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Notice of half-masting: REMEMBRANCE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

 

When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset.

Notice of half-masting: VICTIMS OF THE TRAGIC EVENT IN THE CITY OF QUÉBEC. Masting period: From now until sunset November 3rd, 2020. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE RIGHT HONOURABLE DONALD F. MAZANKOWSKI, P.C., C.C., A.O.E. Masting period: From now until sunset on November 3, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Sherwood Park, Alberta (Strathcona County) Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE FORMER LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR THE HONOURABLE ALAN ABRAHAM, C.M.,ONS, C.D. Masting period: From now until sunset on October 8, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Nova Scotia. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE BRENDA ROBERTSON, C.M., O.N.B. Masting period: From now until sunset on September 25, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in New Brunswick. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

 

To note, the flags will remain at half-mast in memory of the Right Honourable John Napier Wyndham Turner.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE RIGHT HONOURABLE JOHN NAPIER WYNDHAM TURNER P.C., C.C., Q.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on the day of the funeral, October 6, 2020. Masting location(s): The flags on the Peace Tower and all federal buildings and establishments in Canada. Additional details:

As per the Rules for half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 4).

Notice of half-masting: POLICE AND PEACE OFFICERS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 27, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE RALPH H.D. FERGUSON, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on Tuesday, September 1, 2020, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Watford, Ontario (Municipality of Brooke-Alvinston). Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral on Tuesday, September 1, 2020, of late Ralph H.D. Ferguson.

Notice of half-masting: FIREFIGHTERS’ NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Masting period: Sunday, September 13, 2020 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: VICTIMS OF THE TRAGIC EVENT IN LEBANON Masting period: From now until sunset on August 6, 2020. Masting location(s): The Flag on the Peace Tower. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR VICTIMS OF TERRORISM Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: TO HONOUR THE CANADIAN ARMED FORCES MEMBERS FOLLOWING THE RECENT AIRCRAFT INCIDENT. Masting period: From May 1, 2020, until sunset on May 6, 2020. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE AILEEN CARROLL, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on April 24, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Barrie, Ontario. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on April 24, 2020, the day of the funeral service of the late Aileen Carroll.

Updated Notice of half-masting: VICTIMS OF THE TRAGIC EVENT IN NOVA SCOTIA. Masting period: Until sunset on May 5, 2020. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: DAY OF MOURNING FOR PERSONS KILLED OR INJURED IN THE WORKPLACE (WORKERS' MOURNING DAY) Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: VIMY RIDGE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on April 9, 2020. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE FORMER SENATOR THE HONOURABLE DAVID P. SMITH, P.C., Q.C. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on the day of the memorial service, which has been postponed until a later date. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Toronto, Ontario. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the day of the memorial service, which has been postponed until a later date, of the late David P. Smith.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JOHN CARNELL CROSBIE, P.C., O.C, O.N.L., Q.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on Thursday, January 16, 2020, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Newfoundland and Labrador. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, January 16, 2020, the day of the funeral of the late John Carnell Crosbie.

Updated Notice of half-masting: VICTIMS OF THE PLANE CRASH IN TEHRAN, IRAN Masting period: From now until Sunday, January 12, 2020. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF FORMER PREMIER OF NOVA SCOTIA THE HONOURABLE GERALD REGAN, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on the day of the funeral on November 29, 2019. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the in the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral on November 29, 2019, of the late Gerald Regan.

Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE AND ACTION ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Masting period: Friday, December 6, 2019 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: REMEMBRANCE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Monday, November 11, 2019. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE BILL MCKNIGHT, P.C. Masting period: All flags are to be hoisted to the masthead. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the in the city of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. There are no additional details.
Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JOHN BUCHANAN, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on Friday, October 11, 2019. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Nova Scotia. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, October 11, 2019, the day of the funeral service of the late John Buchanan.

Notice of half-masting: POLICE AND PEACE OFFICERS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Masting period: September 29, 2019 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

From sunrise to sunset.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE GREG THOMPSON, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on September 20, 2019. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of New Brunswick. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on September 20, 2019, the day of the funeral of the late Greg Thompson.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF FORMER PREMIER OF THE YUKON DENNIS FENTIE Masting period: November 8, 2019. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Territory of the Yukon. Additional details:

From sunrise to sunset on the day of the memorial service of the late Dennis Fentie who passed away on August 30, 2019.

Notice of half-masting: FIREFIGHTERS’ NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 8, 2019. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. There are no additional details.
Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE DEEPAK OBHRAI, M.P. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on August 26, 2019, the day of the memorial service. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Calgary Forest Lawn, Alberta, are to be hoisted completely and will be half-masted from sunrise to sunset on the day of the memorial service (date to be determined). Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on August 26, 2019, the day of the memorial service of the late Deepak Obhrai.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JOCELYNE ROY VIENNEAU, O.N.B. Masting period: From now until sunset on Thursday, August 8, 2019, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): The flags on the Peace Tower and on all federal buildings and establishments in the province of New Brunswick. There are no additional details.
Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE W. THOMAS MOLLOY, O.C., S.O.M., Q.C. Masting period: Until sunset on July 13, 2019. Masting location(s): The flags on all federal buildings and establishments in the province of Saskatchewan. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on July 13, 2019, the day of the commemorative service of the late Honourable W. Thomas Molloy, who passed away on July 2, 2019.

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Mark Warawa, M.P. Masting period: From now until sunset on the day of the memorial service (July 5, 2019) of the late Mark Warawa. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Langley - Aldergrove, British-Columbia Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the day of the memorial service (July 5, 2019) of the late Mark Warawa.

Flags are to be hoisted to full-mast on 01 Jul, 2019, then returned to half-mast.

Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR VICTIMS OF TERRORISM Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, June 23, 2019. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on June 6, 2019. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Yukon Territory. There are no additional details.
Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF FORMER PREMIER OF NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR, BEATON TULK. Masting period: From now until sunset on May 26, 2019, the day of the memorial service. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Newfoundland and Labrador. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: Memorial Service for Deceased Parliamentarians. Masting period: From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 3, 2019. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa. There are no additional details.
Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE FORMER SENATOR THE HONOURABLE PIERRE DE BANÉ, P.C., Q.C. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, April 27, 2019 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower Additional details:

The day of the funeral service of the late Pierre de Bané.

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGIC INCIDENTS IN SRI LANKA Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, April 23, 2019. Masting location(s): The Flag on the Peace Tower. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: WORKERS' MOURNING DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, April 28, 2019. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada. Additional details:

Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace.

Notice of half-masting: VIMY RIDGE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on April 9, 2019. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

To mark the national day of remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE VICTIMS OF THE SHOOTINGS IN NEW ZEALAND. Masting period: From now to sunset on Friday, March 15, 2019. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE VICTIMS OF THE AIRCRAFT CRASH IN ETHIOPIA. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, March 12, 2019. Masting location(s): The Flag on the Peace Tower. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: HALF-MASTING: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE GORDON FRANCIS OSBALDESTON, P.C., C.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on March 13, 2019. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of London, Ontario. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on March 13, 2019, the day of the funeral of the late Gordon Francis Osbaldeston.

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF FORMER MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT PAUL DEWAR. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, February 23, 2019. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower. Additional details:

The day of memorial service of the late Paul Dewar.

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE MICHAEL H. WILSON, P.C., C.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on Saturday, February 16, 2019, the day of the memorial service. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Toronto. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, February 16, 2019, the day of the memorial service of the late Michael H. Wilson.

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF MR. MICHAEL FERGUSON, AUDITOR GENERAL OF CANADA Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, February 7, 2019. Masting location(s): The Flag on the Peace Tower. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE JEAN-EUDES DUBÉ, P.C., Q.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on January 20, 2019. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Ottawa, Ontario (excluding the Peace Tower). Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on January 20, 2019, the day of the memorial service of the late Jean-Eudes Dubé.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE FORMER SENATOR THE HONOURABLE PIERRE DE BANÉ, P.C., Q.C. Masting period: January 21, 2019 Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Ottawa, Ontario, are to be hoisted to the masthead. Additional details:

The flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the day of the memorial service which will be announced at a later date.

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF FORMER MEMBER OF PROVINCIAL PARLIAMENT JOHN SMITH. Masting period: Thursday, December 13, 2018. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Hamilton Mountain. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF DEATH OF GEORGE H. W. BUSH, FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednessday, December 5, 2018, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments, including the flag on the Peace Tower. Additional details:

In addition, flags at all Canadian missions located in the United States of America are to be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, December 5, 2018.

Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, December 6, 2018. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. There are no additional details.
Notice of half-masting: Death of Mr. Bernard Landry Masting period: From now until sunset on the day of the funeral Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Quebec Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 10)

Notice of half-masting: REMEMBRANCE DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Remembrance Day, Sunday, November 11, 2018. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower. Additional details:

When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset.

Updated Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE DONALD MACDONALD, P.C., C.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on Friday, October 19, 2018, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Toronto, Ontario. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, October 19, 2018, the day of the funeral of the late Donald Macdonald.

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)

Notice of half-masting: DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE PETER ADAMS, P.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on October 13, 2018. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Peterborough, Ontario. Additional details:

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on October 13, 2018, the day of the memorial service of the late Peter Adams.

Notice of half-masting: POLICE AND PEACE OFFICERS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 30, 2018. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11).

Updated Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Alastair William Gillespie P.C. O.C. Masting period: From now until sunset on September 15, 2018. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Toronto. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).

 

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on September 15, 2018, the day of the service of the late Alastair William Gillespie.

Notice of half-masting: FIREFIGHTERS’ NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 9, 2018. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Updated Notice of half-masting: to mark the tragic events that took place in Fredericton, New Brunswick, on August 10, 2018. Masting period: from now until sunset on August 18, 2018 Masting location(s): Flags on all RCMP buildings and establishments across Canada Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10 & 16), the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of New Brunswick will be flown at half-mast from now until sunset on August 18, 2018, to mark the tragic events that took place in Fredericton, New Brunswick, on August 10, 2018.

 

In addition, flags on all RCMP buildings and establishments across Canada, will be flown at half-mast from now until sunset on August 18, 2018, to mark the tragic events that took place in Fredericton, New Brunswick, on August 10, 2018.

Notice of half-masting: IN MEMORY OF THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGIC EVENTS IN FREDERICTON, NB, ON AUGUST 10, 2018 Masting period: From August 14 until sunset on August 18, 2018. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments throughout the province of New Brunswick. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)

Updated Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the tragic events that took place in Toronto, Ontario on July 22, 2018. Masting period: From July 24, 2018 until until sunset on Monday July 30, 2018 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Toronto, Ontario Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 1 para 10)

Updated Notice of half-masting: Death of Ray Frenette, former Premier of New Brunswick Masting period: From July 13 until sunset on July 19, 2018. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments throughout the province of New Brunswick. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 1. RULE #10),

Notice of half-masting: NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR VICTIMS OF TERRORISM Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, June 23, 2018. Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Notice of half-masting: MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR DECEASED PARLIAMENTARIANS Masting period: From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 4, 2018. Masting location(s): Flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Paul Wyatt Dick, P.C. who passed away on May 2, 2018. Masting period: From May 8 until sunset on May 11, 2018, the day of the funeral of the late Paul Wyatt Dick. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Town of Arnprior, Ontario Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 7)

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on May 11, 2018, the day of the funeral of late Paul Wyatt Dick.

Updated Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Gord Brown, P.C. who passed away on May 2, 2018 Masting period: From May 2, 2018 until sunset May 10, the day of the funeral of the late Gord Brown Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes, Ontario Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 8).

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on May 10, 2018, the day of the funeral of the late Gord Brown.

Updated Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the tragic events that took place in Toronto, Ontario on April 23, 2018. Masting period: From April 24, 2018 until April 30, 2018 Masting location(s): In addition to the Peace Tower in Ottawa, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Toronto, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 16)

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Keith Ashfield, P.C. who passed away on April 22, 2018. Masting period: From April 23 until sunset on May 6, 2018, the day of the memorial service of the late Keith Ashfield, who passed away on April 22, 2018. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Fredericton, New Brunswick Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 7)

Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on May 6, the day of the memorial service of the late Keith Ashfield.

Notice of half-masting: Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day) Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, April 28, 2018 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 11)

Notice of half-masting: The death of Constable Ian Jordan, who passed away on April 11, 2018 Masting period: On the day of the funeral Thursday April 19, 2018 Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of British Columbia Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10).

Updated Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the tragic accident near Tisdale, Saskatchewan Masting period: From April 9 until sunset on April 22, 2018 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Saskatchewan Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10 & 16)
Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 11)
Updated Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Tobias C. Enverga, Jr., who passed away on November 16, 2017 Masting period: From November 16, 2017 until sunset on on Monday, November 27, 2017, the day of the funeral of the late Tobias C. Enverga, Jr. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Toronto, Ontario Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 7)
Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral on Monday, November 27, 2017, of the late Tobias C. Enverga, Jr.
Updated Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable John Davidson from the Abbotsford Police Department, British Columbia, who passed away on November 6, 2017 Masting period: From November 7 until November 8, 2017 and on the day of the funeral or the memorial service on Sunday, November 19, 2017 Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Abbotsord as well as buildings of Public Safety Canada in British Columbia Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Remembrance Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Remembrance Day, Saturday, November 11, 2017 Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 11)
When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset
Updated Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable P. Michael Pitfield, P.C., O.C., C.V.O., who passed away on October 19, 2017 Masting period: From now until sunset on October 27, 2017, the day of the funeral of the memorial service of the late P. Michael Pitfield Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Montreal, Quebec Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 7)
Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on October 27, 2017, the day of the funeral or the memorial service of the late P. Michael Pitfield.
Updated Notice of half-masting: Death of Mr. Gord Downie who passed away on October 17, 2017 Masting period: On the day of the funeral or the memorial service (date to be determined) of the late Mr. Downie Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Kingston, Ontario Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 16)
Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast on the day of the funeral or the memorial service (date to be determined) of the late Gord Downie.
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the tragic event in Las Vegas, United States. Masting period: From October 3 until sunset on October 6, 2017 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 16)

Notice of half-masting: To mark the national day of remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on April 9, 2018 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 11)

Notice of half-masting: The death of Roger Anderson, who passed away on March 24, 2018 Masting period: From Tuesday, March 27 until sunset Thursday, March 29, 2018, the day of the funeral of Roger Anderson. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Regional Municipality of Durham (City of Pickering, City of Ajax, City of Whitby, City of Oshawa, Municipality of Clarington, Township of Scugog, Township of Uxbridge and Township of Brock) Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)

Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable Francis Deschênes of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, who passed away on September 12, 2017 Masting period: From September 15 until sunset on September 20, 2017, the day of the funeral Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Memramcook, Moncton and Sainte-Anne-de- Madawaska, New Brunswick and the New Brunswick-Nova Scotia border Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada ( section 10).
Updated Notice of half-masting: Death of Arnold Chan M.P., who passed away on September 14, 2017 Masting period: From September 14, 2017 until sunset on September 23, 2017, day of the funeral of the late Arnold Chan Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Scarborough-Agincourt Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 8)
Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on September 23, 2017, the day of the funeral.
Updated Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Allan Joseph MacEachen, P.C., O.C., who passed away on September 12, 2017 Masting period: From September 13 until sunset on September 19, 2017, day of the funeral of the late Allan Joseph MacEachen Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Inverness County Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 7)
Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on September 19, 2017, the day of the funeral.
Notice of half-masting: Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 24, 2017 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Firefighters’ National Memorial Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on September 10, 2017 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 11)
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the tragic events that took in Spain and Burkina Faso Masting period: From August 18 until sunset on August 20, 2017 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 16)

Notice of half-masting: Death of Dianne Marie Tompkins Brushett, M.P. who passed away on July 11, 2017 Masting period: Until sunset on the day of the funeral on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Town of Truro, Nova Scotia Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 10)
Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, June 23, 2017 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 11)
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the attack in London, England on June 3, 2017 Masting period: Until sunset on June 7, 2017 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 16)
Notice of half-masting: Annual memorial service for deceased Parliamentarians Masting period: From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 5, 2017 Masting location(s): The Flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 11)
Updated Notice of half-masting: Death of Grace M. McCarthy, O.C., O.B.C., former Deputy Premier of the Province of British Columbia, who passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2017. Masting period: On June 7, 2017, on the day of the funeral of the late Grace M. McCarthy, O.C., O.B.C., former Deputy Premier of the Province of British Columbia Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Province of British Columbia Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Victims of the attack in Manchester, England on May 22 2017 Masting period: until sunset on May 25, 2017 Masting location(s): the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 16)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Honourable Ronald George Atkey, P.C., Q.C., who passed away on May 9, 2017 Masting period: Until sunset on the day of the commemorative service on May 19, 2017 Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Toronto Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 7).
Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset service on May 19, 2017, the day of the commemorative service of the late Ronald George Atkey.
Notice of half-masting: Workers’ Mourning Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on April 28, 2017 Masting location(s): The flags on the Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 11)
Notice of half-masting: To mark the national day of remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on April 9, 2017 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable William (Bill) Rompkey, P.C. who passed away on March 21, 2017 Masting period: From March 23 until sunset on the day of the funeral service on March 31, 2017 Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Ottawa, with the exception of the Peace Tower Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 7)
In addition, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on March 31, 2017, the day of the funeral service of the late William (Bill) Rompkey.
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the attack in London on March 22, 2017 Masting period: From March 22 until sunset on March 25, 2017 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 16)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable James McGrath, P.C., former Minister and former Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador, who passed away on February 28, 2017 Masting period: From March 1 until sunset on the day of the funeral or commemorative service of the late James McGrath Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (sections 7 & 10)
In addition, the flag on the Peace Tower will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral or commemorative service.
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the attack in the City of Québec on January 29, 2017 Masting period: From January 30 until sunset February 6, 2017 Masting location(s): The flags on all federal buildings and establishments in Canada, including the Peace Tower, with the exception of buildings and establishments in the province of Quebec Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 16)
Additionally, in accordance with the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10), the flags on all federal buildings and establishments in the province of Quebec, will be flown at half-mast until sunset February 7, 2017.
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Marcel Prud'homme, P.C. who died on January 25, 2017 Masting period: From January 26 until sunset on the day of the funeral on February 4, 2017, of the late Marcel Prud’homme Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Ottawa, with the exception of the Peace Tower Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 7)
Further, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on February 4, 2017, the day of the funeral of the late Marcel Prud’homme.
Notice of half-masting: The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa, will be flown at half-mast from now until sunset January 6, 2017, in memory of the victims of the attack in Istanbul Masting period: January 3 to January 6, 2017 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Warren Allmand, P.C., O.C., Q.C. who passed away on December 7, 2016 Masting period: From December 8 until sunset on December 19, 2016, day of the funeral of the late Honourable Warren Allmand Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Montréal, Québec Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7) Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on December 19, the day of the funeral

Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Notice of half-masting: Remembrance Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, November 11, 2016. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset.
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Jim Prentice who passed away October 13, 2016 Masting period: From October 14 until sunset October 28, 2016 the day of the of the memorial for the late Honourable Jim Prentice Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Calgary Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on October 28, the day of the memorial service.
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Barbara A. Hagerman, O.P.E.I., former Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island Masting period: From October 6 until sunset on the day of the funeral or commemorative service (date to be confirmed) of the late Barbara A. Hagerman, former Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island, who passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2016. Masting location(s): on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Prince Edward Island Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: To recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 25, 2016 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Norman L. Kwong, CM, AOE, LLD, former Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, who passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2016. Masting period: From now until sunset on Tuesday September 13, the day of the commemorative service of the late Norman L. Kwong, former Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, who passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2016. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Alberta Additional details:
Notice of half-masting: Death of Honourable Mauril Bélanger, P.C., M.P. Masting period: From August 17 until sunset August 27, 2016 the day of the funeral for the late Honourable Mauril Bélanger, who passed away on August 16, 2016 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Ottawa-Vanier. Additionally, the flag on the Peace Tower will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on August 27, 2016 the day of the funeral. Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Sections 7 and 8)
Notice of half-masting: To mark the tragic events that took place in Nice, France, on July 14, 2016 Masting period: From July 15 until sunset on Monday, July 18, 2016 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the attack in Istanbul, Turkey, on June 28, 2016 Masting period: From June 30 until sunset on July 2, 2016 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will not be half-masted on July 1, 2016, Canada Day, in accordance with Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 19).
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honorable L. Norbert Thériault, who passed away on June 19, 2016 Masting period: From June 20 until the day of the funeral or commemorative service, date to be confirmed, of the late L. Norbert Thériault Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Baie-Saint-Anne, New Brunswick Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)

Notice of half-masting: Death of His Worship Gerry Cormier, who passed away on June 19, 2016 Masting period: From June 20 until the day of the funeral or commemorative service, date to be confirmed, of the late Gerry Cormier Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Miramichi, New Brunswick Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)

Notice of half-masting: Death of Honourable Brian M. Joyce who passed away on June 18, 2016. Masting period: From June 19 until sunset on July 4, 2016. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the region of Chilliwack. British Columbia Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10) Further information regarding the funeral or memorial service will be provided at a later date and a subsequent half-masting notice will be issued

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable J. Gilles Lamontagne, P.C., O.C., C.Q., C.D. Masting period: Now until sunset on June 18, the day of the funeral Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Québec, Quebec Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be flown at half-mast from now until June 16, 2016 in memory of the victims of the attack in Orlando, FL, on June 12, 2016 Masting period: From June 13, 2016 until June 16, 2016 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)
Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, June 23, 2016, to mark this day. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Hourable Leonard S. Marchand, who passed away on June 3, 2016. Masting period: From now until sunset on the day of the funeral or commemorative service (date to be confirmed) of the late Leonard S. Marchand Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Kamloops, British Columbia Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Further, the flag will be flown at half-mast on the Peace Tower in Ottawa from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral or commemorative service
Notice of half-masting: Memorial Service for Deceased Parliamentarians Masting period: From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 30, 2016 Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable William H. Jarvis, P.C., Q.C. who died on April 27, 2016. Masting period: From now until sunset on May 12, 2016, day of the commemorative service of the late William H. Jarvis, who passed away on April 27, 2016 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Cornwall, Ontario Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Further, the flag will be flown at half-mast on the Peace Tower in Ottawa from sunrise to sunset on the day of the commemorative service
Notice of half-masting: Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day) Masting period: Sunrise to sunset on Thursday, April 28, 2016 Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable Sarah Beckett of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, who passed away on April 5, 2016 Masting period: From sunrise until sunset on April 12, 2016 the day of the funeral of the late Constable Sarah Beckett Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of British Columbia Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: To mark the national day of remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on April 9, 2016 Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: The death of Honourable Jean-Charles (Jean) Lapierre, P.C. who died on March 29, 2016. Masting period: From March 30, 2016 until sunset on April 8, 2016, the day of the funeral of the late Honourable Jean-Charles (Jean) Lapierre. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Montréal, and les Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7) Further, the flag will be flown at half-mast on the Peace Tower in Ottawa from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral or commemorative service.
Notice of half-masting: The death of Jim Hillyer, M.P. who died suddenly on March 23, 2016. Masting period: From March 23, 2016 until sunset on the day of the funeral or memorial service on April 1, 2016 for the late Jim Hillyer. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Medicine Hat, Alberta Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 8)
Further, the flag will be flown at half-mast on the Peace Tower in Ottawa from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral or memorial service on April 1, 2016.
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the tragedy in Pakistan on March 27, 2016. Masting period: From March 28 until sunset on March 31, 2016 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the tragedy in Belgium on March 22, 2016 Masting period: From March 22 until sunset March 25, 2016 Masting location(s): The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the late Donald Ross Getty, O.C., A.O.E., former Premier of the Province of Alberta, who passed away on Friday, February 26, 2016. Masting period: From February 26, 2016 until sunset, March 5, 2016, the day of the funeral of the late Donald Ross Getty, former Premier of Alberta Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Alberta Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Stuart Milton Hodgson, former Commissioner of the Northwest Territories who passed away December 18, 2015 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Masting period: From sunrise until sunset, Friday February 19, the day of the memorial service for Stuart Milton Hodgson, former Commissioner of the Northwest Territories Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Northwest Territories Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Robert Coates, P.C., Q.C. Masting period: from now until sunset the day of the funeral or memorial service (date to be confirmed) Masting location(s): in the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7), flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, excluding the Peace Tower, will be flown at half-mast from now until sunset the day of the funeral or memorial service (date to be confirmed) of the Honourable Robert Coates, who passed away January 11, 2016.
Further, the flag will be flown at half-mast on the Peace Tower from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral or memorial service.

Notice of half-masting: Death of John Harvard, P.C., O.M., former Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba who passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2016 Masting period: From January 9, 2016 until sunset on January 25, 2016, day of the commemorative service of the late John Harvard, former Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Furthermore, the flag on the Peace Tower will be flown at half-mast from sunrise on January 25, 2016, the day of the commemorative service. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Howard Pawley, Premier of Manitoba, who died on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Masting period: From now until sunset on Saturday, January 9, 2016. the day of the commemorative service of the late Howard Pawley, former Premier of Manitoba Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Manitoba and in the City of Windsor, Ontario. Furthermore, the flag on the Peace Tower will be flown at half-mast from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, January 9, 2016, the day of the commemorative service. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Russell Mackay, Provincial Court Judge, British Columbia Masting period: From December 23, 2015 until sunset on Thursday, December 24, 2015 Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Chilliwack, Surrey and Abbotsford Region, will also be flown at half-mast on the day of the funeral or memorial service. Additional details: , to mark the death of the late Honourable Russell Mackay.
Notice of half-masting: Death of Bill Bennett, former Premier of British Columbia, who died on Thursday, December 03, 2015 Masting period: January 31, 2016 from sunrise to sunset, the day of the commemorative service of the late Bill Bennett, former Premier of British Columbia Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of British Columbia as well as the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Sections 7 and 10)
Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, December 6, 2015 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: , to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Notice of half-masting: Death of Manmeet Bhullar, Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, who passed away on November 23, 2015. Masting period: From November 24 until Sunday, November 29, 2015, the day of the commemorative service of the late Manmeet Bhullar. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Alberta Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: To mark the tragic events that took place in Paris, France Masting period: The flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be at half-mast until sunset on Monday, November 16, 2015. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16), the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be at half-mast until sunset on Monday, November 16, 2015, to mark the tragic events that took place on Paris, France,  on November 13,  2015.
Notice of half-masting: Remembrance Day - Details, Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower, will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Remembrance Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2015. When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, November 11, 2015. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset.
Notice of half-masting: Anniversary of the death of Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent and Corporal Nathan Cirillo, members of the Canadian Armed Forces Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, October 22, 2015 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)
Notice of half-masting: To recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 27, 2015 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Private Samuel Lavoie Nadeau Masting period: From sunrise until sunset, August 14, 2015, day of the funeral of the late Samuel Lavoie Nadeau, who died on August 10, 2015 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada building and establishments in Dieppe, New Brunswick Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of correctional officer Kirby Tott Masting period: From July 27, 2015, until sunset on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 of Kirby Tott who passed away on July 25, 2015. Masting location(s): All Correctional Service of Canada buildings in British Columbia Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Flora Isabel MacDonald, P.C., C.C., O.Ont., O.N.S., former Minister Masting period: From July 27 until sunset, Sunday, August 2, 2015, on the day of the memorial service of the late Honourable Flora Isabel MacDonald, P.C., C.C., O.Ont., O.N.S., who died on July 26, 2015. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Ottawa, Ontario, excluding the Peace Tower. Furthermore, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Ottawa, Ontario, as well as the flag on the Peace Tower, will be flown at half-mast from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, August 2, 2015, on the day of the memorial service. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, June 23, 2015, to mark this day. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: In honour of the late Constable Daniel Woodall, who passed away June 8, 2015. Masting period: From June 9, 2015, until sunset, on Wednesday, June 17, 2015 in honour of the late Constable Daniel Woodall, who passed away June 8, 2015. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Edmonton, Alberta Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: To mark the death of Mr. Jacques Parizeau, Former Premier of Quebec who passed away on June 1, 2015 Masting period: From June 1, 2015 until sunset on the day of the funeral, June 9, 2015. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Quebec Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: To mark the anniversary of the June 2014 shootings that took the lives of three members of the RCMP Masting period: Sunrise to sunset on Thursday, June 4, 2015 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of New-Brunswick Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Mr. George Braden, Former Government Leader of the Northwest Territories, who passed away on May 25, 2015 Masting period: From May 27, 2015 until the morning of May 28, 2015, to mark the passing of the late Mr. George Braden. Also, the flags will be flown at half-mast from on the date of the funeral (date to be confirmed). Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Northwest Territories Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Memorial Service for Deceased Parliamentarians Masting period: From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 1, 2015 Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Alasdair Bernard Graham, P.C. who died on April 22, 2015 Masting period: From April 25, 2015 until sunset on Monday, April 27, the day of the funeral of the late The Honourable Alasdair Bernard Graham Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Halifax in Nova-Scotia. The flag will also be at half-mast on the Peace Tower in Ottawa from sunrise until sunset on Monday, April 27, day of the funeral. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Christine Stewart, P.C., Former Minister who died on April 25, 2015. Masting period: From April 26, 2015 until sunset on Wednesday, April 29, 2015 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Town of Cobourg, Ontario as well as on the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Furthermore, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Town of Cobourg, Ontario, as well as the flag on the Peace Tower, in Ottawa, will be flown at half-mast from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, May 23, 2015, the day of the memorial service for late the Honourable Christine Stewart, P.C. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Pierre Claude Nolin, Senator and Speaker of the Senate who died on April 24, 2015 Masting period: From April 24, 2015 until sunset, Thursday, April 30, 2015 day of the funeral of the late Honourable Pierre Claude Nolin. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Montréal as well as on the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Sections 7 and 16)
Notice of half-masting: Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day) Masting period: Sunrise to sunset on Tuesday April 28, 2015 Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada Additional details: Rules for half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: National day of remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge Masting period: Sunrise to sunset on Thursday, April 9, 2015 Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Sergeant Andrew Doiron, member of the Canadian Armed Forces, who died on March 6, 2015. Masting period: From now until sunset, Saturday, March 14, 2015, day of the funeral or memorial service. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in New-Brunswick Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable David Matthew Wynn, member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, who died on January 21, 2015. Masting period: From January 21, 2015 until sunset, Monday, January 26, 2015, day of the funeral. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the town of St. Albert, Alberta. Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Mr. Gilbert Finn, O.C., former Lieutenant-Governor of New Brunswick who passed away on January 7, 2015 Masting period: From January 8 until sunset January 12, 2015, the day of the funeral of the late Honourable Gilbert Finn. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in New Brunswick Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Eric Cunningham, former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, who passed away on January 1, 2015 Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, January 7, 2015, the day of the funeral of the late Eric Cunningham. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the provincial riding of Ancaster-Dundas-Flamborough-Westdale, Ontario. Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Mr. Jean Béliveau who passed away on December 2, 2014 Masting period: From now until Wednesday, December 10, 2014, the day of the funeral of the late Jean Béliveau Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Québec Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, December 6, 2014 Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Remembrance Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset.
Notice of half-masting: Death of Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent, member of the Canadian Armed Forces Masting period: From October 22, 2014, until sunset on Saturday, November 1, 2014, day of the funeral of the late Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent. Masting location(s): The Flag on all Federal buildings and establishments in Canada, including the Peace Tower. Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 16)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent and Corporal Nathan Cirillo, members of the Canadian Armed Forces. Masting period: October 22, 2014, until further notice, to commemorate the tragic events that occurred in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, on October 20, 2014, and Ottawa, Ontario, on October 22, 2014. Masting location(s): The Flag on all Federal buildings and establishments in Canada, including the Peace Tower, will be flown at half-mast. Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 16)
Notice of half-masting: The late Corporal Nathan Cirillo, a member of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada Regiment, in Hamilton, who died on October 22, 2014. Masting period: From October 22, 2014 until further notice. Masting location(s): The flag on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments, in the Northwest Territories, will be flown at half-mast. Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (section 10)
Notice of half-masting: To recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 28, 2014 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Marcel Masse, P.C., O.Q., Former Minister, who passed away August 25, 2014 Masting period: From now until sunset the day of the funeral, Monday, September 1, 2014 Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Saint-Donat de Montcalm, Quebec. Further, the flag will be flown at half-mast on the Peace Tower from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral or the memorial service. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Richard T. A. Low, Judge of the Court of Appeal, Province of British Columbia Masting period: From sunrise August 18 until sunset on the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the greater Vancouver region in British Columbia. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of George McCague, former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for the riding of Dufferin-Simcoe, Ontario Masting period: From July 15 until sunset on July 23, 2014, day of the funeral. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Simcoe-Grey, Ontario. Additional details:

As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)

Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Monday, June 23, 2014 Masting location(s): Peace Tower and on all Government Canada buildings and establishments across the country Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of three members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Moncton, New Brunswick Masting period: From June 5 until sunset Tuesday June 10, 2014, day of the funeral. Masting location(s): On the Peace Tower (section 16), on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan (section 10), and on all of Public Safety Portfolio buildings and establishments in Canada (section 14) from June 5 until sunset, Tuesday June 10, 2014, the day of the funeral. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10,14 and 16)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Lieutenant Colonel Daniel R. Bobbitt, C.D., Commanding Officer - 2nd Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery Masting period: From sunrise until sunset on Wednesday May 28, 2014, day of the funeral of Lieutenant Colonel Daniel R. Bobbitt, who died while on duty on May 21, 2014. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Petawawa and in the provincial riding of Ottawa - Vanier, in Ontario. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable Joseph Prevett, Thunder Bay Police Service Masting period: From sunrise until sunset on May 15, 2014, day of the funeral of Constable Joseph Prevett who passed away on May 7, 2014. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Thunder Bay, Ontario. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day) Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Monday, April 28, 2014 Masting location(s): The flags on the Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada. Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of The Right Honourable Herbert Eser (Herb) Gray, P.C., C.C., Q.C., who passed away April 21, 2014. Masting period: From April 22 until sunset Friday April 25, 2014, day of the funeral of the late Right Honourable Herbert Eser (Herb) Gray. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Ottawa, Ontario, excluding the Peace Tower. Further, flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Windsor, Ontario *(Section 10), as well as on the Peace Tower in Ottawa, will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on April 25, 2014, day of the funeral. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: Death of The Honourable James Michael (Jim) Flaherty P.C., M.P., and former Minister, who passed away April 10, 2014. Masting period: From April 10 until sunset on April 16, the day of the State Funeral of the late Honourable James Michael (Jim) Flaherty. Masting location(s): On all federal buildings and establishments in Canada, including the Peace Tower. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Sections 7 and 16)
Notice of half-masting: To mark the national day of remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, April 9, 2014 Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims and the families affected by the fire in L'Isle-Verte Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, February 1, 2014 Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the administrative region of the Lower St. Lawrence, Quebec. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of His Excellency Mr. Nelson Mandela, who passed away on December 5, 2013. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, December 15, 2013, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 16).
Notice of half-masting: Death of Gary L. Leadston, former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for the riding of Kitchener-Conestoga, Ontario Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, December 5, 2013, day of the funeral. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Kitchener-Conestoga, Ontario, will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, December 5, 2013, day of the funeral of Mr. Gary L. Leadston, who passed away on December 2, 2013. Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable Michael Pegg of the York Regional Police Masting period: From December 3, 2013 until sunset on Friday, December 6, 2013, day of the funeral of Constable Michael Pegg. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Regional Municipality of York in Ontario. Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable John Zivcic on December 2, 2013. Masting period: From December 2, 2013 until sunset on Monday, December 9, 2013, day of the memorial service, and on December 12, 2013, day of the private memorial service. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Toronto, Ontario, from December 2 to December 9, 2013. In addition, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Welland, Ontario, on December 12, 2013, day of the private memorial service. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, December 6, 2013. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa, will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, December 6, 2013, to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of The Honourable Darrell O'Byrne, Judge of the Provincial Court of British Columbia. Masting period: From November 8, 2013 until sunset on Saturday, November 9, 2013, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Northern Region of British Columbia. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Remembrance Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Monday, November 11, 2013 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset.

Notice of half-masting: Death of The Honourable Paul Desmarais, P.C., C.C., O.Q. on October 8, 2013 Masting period: From October 8, 2013 until sunset on Wednesday, October 16, 2013, and December 3, 2013 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Charlevoix East Regional County Municipality, Quebec, from October 8 to October 16, 2013. In addition, the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be half-masted from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, December 3, 2013, day of the memorial service. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Sections 7 and 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Fred Mifflin, P.C., C.D. Masting period: From October 7, 2013 until sunset on Friday, October 11, 2013, day of the funeral Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Ottawa, except on the Peace Tower. In addition, the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be half-masted from sunrise to sunset, Friday, October 11, 2013, day of the funeral. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: To recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 29, 2013. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: In memory of AnneMarie Desloges, who died in a terrorist attack in Nairobi, Kenya, on September 21, 2013. Masting period: From September 22 until sunset Tuesday, October 1, 2013 Masting location(s): The flags on all buildings and establishments across Canada, of the Department of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, Canada Border Services Agency, as well as the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Section 14)
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims of the OC Transpo Bus / Via Rail Train collision in Ottawa. Masting period: From September 24 until October 2. Masting location(s): The flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Ottawa, except on the Peace Tower, as well as the flags on all four buildings at the Place du Portage Complexe (Portage 1 to 4) and at Library and Archives Canada, 550 Place de la Cité, Gatineau. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting of the National Flag of Canada (Sections 10 and 14):
The flags on all four buildings at the Place du Portage Complexe (Portage 1 to 4), Gatineau, will be flown at half-mast until sunset Wednesday, September 25, 2013, day of the funeral of the late Michael Bleakney, who passed away on September 18, 2013.
The flags on the Library and Archives Canada Building, 550 Place de la Cité, Gatineau, will be flown at half-mast until sunset Thursday, September 26, 2013, day of the funeral of the late Karen Krzyzewski, who passed away on September 18, 2013.
Further, the flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Ottawa, except on the Peace Tower, are to be returned to full-mast at sunset on Wednesday, October 2, 2013, to close the period of mourning for victims of the accident.
Notice of half-masting: In honour of Mr. Marc Thibault, Mr. Daniel Dubé and Dr. Klaus Hochheim, who passed away on September 9, 2013, in a helicopter accident during a mission in the Arctic. Masting period: From September 11 until September 23. Masting location(s): Flags at the Department of Fisheries and Oceans' building at 200 Kent Street, Ottawa, as well as all Canadian Coast Guard installations should be returned to full mast, at sunset, September 23, 2013. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 14)
Notice of half-masting: Death of The Honourable David Alexander Colville, P.C., C.C., O.N.S. Masting period: From July 19, 2013 until sunset on Wednesday, July 24, 2013, day of the funeral Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Wolfville, Nova Scotia. In addition, the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be half-masted from sunrise to sunset, the day of the funeral Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: In memory of the victims in Lac-Megantic Masting period: From sunrise July 11 until sunset July 17, 2013 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Quebec Additional details: In addition, the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be half-masted.
Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10 and 16)
Notice of half-masting: The Honourable Andy Scott, who passed away June 24, 2013. Masting period: From June 25 until sunset on Friday, June 28, 2013, the day of the funeral Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Further, the flag will flown at half-mast on the Peace Tower from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: Death of The Honourable Garde B. Gardom, who passed away on June 18, 2013 Masting period: Flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, the day of the funeral Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of British Columbia Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, June 23, 2013 Masting location(s): Peace Tower and on all Government Canada buildings and establishments across the country Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: The death of paramedics Don Filliter, Chris Snowball and Dustin Dagenais, who passed away on May 31 , 2013 Masting period: From June 7, 2013 until sunset June 8, 2013, the day of the funerals. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the cities of Sudbury, Burlington and Kapuskasing, Ontario Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Memorial Service for Deceased Parliamentarians Masting period: From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 10, 2013 Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: The Flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be flown at half-mast from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 10, 2013, for the duration of the annual Memorial Service on Parliament Hill to remember deceased Parliamentarians.
Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: The death of the late Honourable James Kelleher, who passed away June 2, 2013 Masting period: From June 2, 2013 until sunset June 4, 2013, the day of the funeral Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Toronto, Ontario. Further, the flag will be flown at half-mast on the Peace Tower from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: The memorial service of the late Honourable Doug Finley, who passed away May 11, 2013. Masting period: From May 11 until sunset on the memorial service, Saturday May 18, 2013. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Simcoe, Ontario. Further, the flag will be flown at half-mast on the Peace Tower from sunrise to sunset on the day of the memorial service. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)  
Notice of half-masting: The funeral of the late Peter Kormos, who passed away March 30, 2013 Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, May 11, 2013 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Welland, Ontario Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: The funeral of the late Robert Elgie, who passed away April 3, 2013 Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, May 4, 2013 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Beaches - East York, Ontario Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10) 
Notice of half-masting: Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day). Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, April 28, 2013. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11) 
Notice of half-masting: Funeral of the late Margaret Thatcher, who passed away April 8, 2013. Masting period: Wednesday, April 17, 2013, from sunrise to sunset. Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Ralph Klein who passed away March 29, 2013. Masting period: From March 29, 2013 until sunset Friday, April 5, 2013, the day of the memorial service. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Alberta. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10) 
Notice of half-masting: Death of the late Honourable J. Léonce Bernard, who passed away March 26, 2013. Masting period: From March 27, 2013 until sunset the day of the funeral April 1, 2013. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Prince Edward Island. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10) 
Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable Jennifer Kovach, who passed away March 14, 2013. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday March 21, 2013, day of the funeral. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Guelph, Ontario. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10) 
Notice of half-masting: Death of Herb Epp on February 25, 2013. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, March 1, 2013, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10) 
Notice of half-masting: Death of Marion Helen Bryden. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, February 23, 2013, the day of the funeral. Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Beaches-East York, Ontario. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Claudette Boyer. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, the day of the funeral of Mrs. Claudette Boyer. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Ottawa-Vanier, Ontario (with the exception of the Peace Tower). Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of The Honourable Eugene Whelan on February 19, 2013 Masting period: From February 20 until sunset the day of the funeral or memorial service (date to be confirmed) Masting location(s): On all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Amherstburg, Ontario; on the Peace Tower from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral or the memorial service. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7) 
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Diane Marleau. Masting period: From January 31, 2013 until sunset, February 2, 2013, the day of the commemorative service of the Honourable Diane Marleau, who passed away January 30, 2013. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Sudbury, Ontario. Further, the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on February 2, 2013, the day of the commemorative service. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7) 
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Right Honourable Martial Asselin, who passed away on January 25, 2013. Masting period: From January 25 until sunset, February 2, 2013 the day of the funeral of the late Right Honourable Martial Asselin. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Québec, Quebec. Further, the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on February 2, 2013, the day of the funeral. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Mr. John Melville Turner, former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario and Speaker of the Ontario Legislative Assembly, who passed away January 20, 2013. Masting period: From January 22, until sunset, Saturday January 26, 2013, day of the funeral of the late Mr. John Melville Turner, Former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Riding of Peterborough, Ontario. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the late Honourable Robert Gordon Robertson, who passed away on Tuesday January 14, 2013. Masting period: From January 16, 2013 until sunset Monday January 21, 2013, day of the funeral of the late Honourable Robert Gordon Robertson. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Ottawa, Ontario, with the exception of the Peace Tower. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset Thursday, December 6, 2012. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Gilbert R. Clements, former Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island Masting period: From November 27, 2012, until sunset on on the day of the funeral or commemorative service (date to be confirmed), in honour of the late Honourable Gilbert R. Clements, former Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island, who passed away on November 26, 2012. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Prince Edward Island. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the late Mr. Clifford Pilkey, former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Masting period: From November 21, 2012, until sunset on Friday, November 23, 2012, the day of the funeral for the late Mr. Clifford Pilkey, former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, who passed away November 17, 2012. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Riding of Oshawa, Ontario. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable Adrian Oliver of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Masting period: From November 13, 2012, until sunset Tuesday, November 20, 2012, the day of the funeral of Constable Adrian Oliver, who died while on duty November 13, 2012 in Surrey, British Columbia. Masting location(s): Flags on all buildings and establishments of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police across the country. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 14)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Robert Kaplan, P.C., former Member of Parliament for the Riding of York Centre. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on November 6, 2012, the day of the funeral of the late honourable Robert Kaplan, who passed away on Monday, November 5, 2012. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Toronto, Ontario will be flown at half-mast. Further, the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be flown at half-mast on November 6, 2012, until sunset, the day of the funeral. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: Remembrance Day. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Remembrance Day, Sunday, November 11, 2012. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower, will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Remembrance Day, Sunday, November 11, 2012. When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order of service) until sunset. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Mr. Harvie Andre, former Member of Parliament for the Riding of Calgary Centre (1972-1988), who passed away on Sunday October 21, 2012. Masting period: From October 23, 2012, until October 29, 2012, the day of the Memorial Service for the late Honourable Mr. Harvie Andre. Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Calgary, Alberta, will be flown at half-mast from now until sunset on the day of the funeral or commemorative service (date to be confirmed). Further, the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on October 29, 2012, the day of the Memorial Service. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)
Notice of half-masting: Death of The Honourable Lincoln M. Alexander, former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, who passed away on October 19, 2012. Masting period: From October 19, 2012, until sunset on Friday, October 26, 2012, the day of the funeral of the late Honourable Lincoln M. Alexander. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Ontario, with the exception of the Peace Tower. Further, the flag on the Peace Tower will fly at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, October 26, 2012, day of the funeral. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Funeral for the late Mr. John Cleary, Former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, who passed away October 6, 2012. Masting period: From now until sunset today, October 11, 2012 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Ridings of Cornwall and Stormont --Dundas—Charlottenburgh in Ontario will be flown at half-mast. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of The Honourable Sylvia Fedoruk, former Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan, who passed away September 26, 2012. Masting period: From September 26, 2012 until sunset on October 5, 2012 Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Saskatchewan will be flown at half-mast Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: To recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 30, 2012, Masting location(s): Flags on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa, will be flown at half-mast Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)
Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable E. Peter Lougheed, P.C., C.C., A.O.E., Q.C., Former Premier of Alberta, who passed away on September 13, 2012. Masting period: From September 14, 2012, until sunset on the Friday, September 21, 2012, the day of the memorial service of the Honourable E. Peter Lougheed. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the Province of Alberta. Further, the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, September 21, the day of the memorial service of the Honourable E. Peter Lougheed. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7).
Notice of half-masting: Death of Peace Officer Rod Lazenby from the Municipal District of Foothill in Alberta, who was killed on duty on August 10, 2012 Masting period: Friday, August 24, 2012, the day of the memorial service of Peace Officer Rod Lazenby Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of High River, Alberta Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable Derek Pineo of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, who died while on duty, on July 20, 2012 in Wilkie, Saskatchewan. Masting period: From July 20, 2012, until sunset Sunday, July 29, 2012, the day of the memorial service Masting location(s): All buildings and establishments of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, across the country Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 14)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Correctional Officer Michael Gaucher from the Drumheller Minimum Security Unit in Alberta Masting period: From July 18, 2012 until sunset on Friday, July 20, 2012, the day of the funeral of Correctional Officer Michael Gaucher. Masting location(s): All Department of Public Safety Correctional Services Canada facilities in the Prairie Region (Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta), as well as Community Operation Offices in north west Ontario and the Northwest Territories. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 14)
Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism Masting period: Sunrise to sunset on Saturday, June 23, 2012 Masting location(s): Peace Tower, Ottawa Additional details: As per the Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada, the flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, June 23, 2012, to mark this day.
Notice of half-masting: Memorial Service for Deceased Parliamentarians Masting period: From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 4, 2012 Masting location(s): Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details: The Flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa will be flown at half-mast from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 4, 2012, for the duration of the annual Memorial Service on Parliament Hill to remember deceased Parliamentarians.
Notice of half-masting: Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day) Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday, April 28, 2012 to mark this day of mourning Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa and on all Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Notice of half-masting: The national day of remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Monday April 9, 2012 Masting location(s): The Peace Tower in Ottawa Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Pierre Juneau who passed away February 21, 2012. Masting period: From February 22 until sunset February 25, 2012, day of the funeral of the late Honourable Pierre Juneau. Masting location(s): February 22 to 25: All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Montréal, Québec. February 25: The Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)

Notice of half-masting: Death of Tony Silipo, former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for the riding of Davenport, from 1991 to 1999 Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, March 15, 2012, the day of the funeral of Mr. Silipo Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Davenport Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Fred Dickson, Q.C., Senator (2009-2012), who passed away February 9, 2012. Masting period: From February 9 until sunset on February 18, 2012 day of the funeral of the late Honourable Fred Dickson. Masting location(s): February 9 to 18: All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Truro, Nova Scotia. February 18: The Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)

Notice of half-masting: Death of His Excellency Richard Turkson, High Commissionner for Ghana in Canada, who passed away on November 23, 2011. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Saturday January 14, 2012, day of the funeral service of His late Excellency Richard Turkson. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 9)

Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, December 6, 2011. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Notice of half-masting: Death of The Honourable Stuart Stratton, Q.C., former Chief Justice of New Brunswick. Masting period: From November 14 until sunset on Wednesday, November 16, 2011, the day of the funeral of the late Honourable Stuart Stratton. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of New Brunswick. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)

Notice of half-masting: Remembrance Day Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, November 11, 2011. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. When half-masting occurs at the National War Memorial or a place where remembrance is being observed, the half-masting can occur at 11:00 a.m. (or according to the prescribed order or service) until sunset. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Barnett J. Danson, P.C., C.C., LL.D., and Former Member of Parliament for the Riding of York North (1968-1979) Masting period: From October 20 until sunset on Sunday, October 23, 2011, the day of the funeral service of the late Honourable Barnett J. Danson. Masting location(s): October 20 to 23: All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Toronto, Ontario. Additional details:

October 23: The Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Reginald B. Alcock, P.C., B.A., M.P.A. and Former Member of Parliament for the Riding of Winnipeg South (1993-2006) Masting period: From October 19 until sunset on Friday, October 21, 2011, the day of the memorial service of the late Honourable B. Reginald Alcock. Masting location(s): October 19 to 21: All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba. October 21: The Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)

Notice of half-masting: Death of two victims in a plane crash near the community of Lutselk'e in the Northwest Territories. Masting period: Wednesday, October 5, 2011, to honour the memory of the two victims. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in Yellowknife and Lutselk'e, Northwest Territories. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 25, 2011. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Notice of half-masting: Death of two victims of the Arctic Sunwest Crash in the Northwest Territories. Masting period: From September 23 until sunset on Sunday, September 25, 2011, to honour the memory of the two victims. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Tenth Anniversary of 9/11. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 11, 2011, to honour the memory of the innocent people who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Jack Layton, P.C., B.A, M.A., Ph.D - Leader of Her Majesty’s Loyal Opposition and Member of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada. Masting period: From August 22 until sunset on Saturday, August 27, 2011, the day of the funeral of the late Honourable Jack Layton. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada, including the Peace Tower in Ottawa. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)

Notice of half-masting: Death of William A. Ferguson, former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for the riding of Kitchener (1990 to 1994) Masting period: Tuesday, July 26, 2011, the day of the memorial service for William A. Ferguson. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the City of Kitchener, Ontario. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10) 
Notice of half-masting: Death of Constable Garrett Styles of the York Regional Police who was killed while on duty on June 28, 2011. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, July 5, 2011, the day of the funeral of Constable Garrett Styles. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the York Region, Ontario. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting, the National Flag of Canada (Section 14)

Notice of half-masting: Death of Master Corporal Francis Roy from the Canadian Forces, who passed away on June 25, 2011. Masting period: See Rules for Half-masting, the National Flag of Canada (Section 14) Masting location(s): See Rules for Half-masting, the National Flag of Canada (Section 14) Additional details:

Fallen Canadians

Rules for Half-masting, the National Flag of Canada (Section 14)

Death of a member of the Canadian Forces is marked in accordance with the Protocol established by the Department of National Defense.

Notice of half-masting: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Thursday, June 23, 2011. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across the country, including the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting, the National Flag of Canada (Section 16)
Notice of half-masting: Memorial Service for Deceased Parliamentarians Masting period: From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 6, 2011. Masting location(s): The Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Notice of half-masting: Death of Bruce Crozier, member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for the riding of Essex. Masting period: From May 27 until sunset, Wednesday, June 8, 2011, the day of the funeral of Bruce Crozier. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Essex, Ontario. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting, the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Death of Bombardier Karl Manning from the Canadian Forces in Afghanistan on May 27, 2011. Masting period: See Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 14) Masting location(s): See Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 14) Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 14)

Fallen Canadians

Death of a member of the Canadian Forces is marked in accordance with the Protocol established by the Department of National Defense.

Notice of half-masting: Death of Patrick Michael Hayes, former Member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for the Riding of Essex-Kent. Masting period: From sunrise to sunset on Friday, May 6, 2011, the day of the funeral for Patrick Michael Hayes. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the riding of Essex-Kent, Ontario. Additional details: Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 10)
Notice of half-masting: Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace Masting period: From sunrise to sunset Thursday, April 28, 2011. Masting location(s): All Government of Canada buildings and establishments across Canada. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 11)

Notice of half-masting: Death of the Honourable Allan Blakeney, P.C., O.C., S.O.M., D.C.L., F.R.S.C., Q.C., former Premier of Saskatchewan, who passed away on April 16, 2011. Masting period: From April 16 until sunset on Saturday, April 23, 2011, the day of the funeral of the late Honourable Allan Blakeney. Saturday, May 7, 2011, the day of the memorial service for the late Honourable Allan Blackeney. Masting location(s): April 16 to 23, 2011: All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Saskatchewan. May 7, 2011: All Government of Canada buildings and establishments in the province of Saskatchewan and the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Additional details:

Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada (Section 7)

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