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Flag raising and sign lighting

Niagara Region uses flag raisings and sign lighting to recognize community organizations, mark commemorations and celebrate Niagara's diversity.

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Submit requests

At least 30 days in advance

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Accepted flag sizes

5×8, 4×8, 3×6 and 3×5

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Requests reviewed

First-come, first-served

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Limit

One request per organization per year

Submit a request

Organizations can apply to fly their flag on one of our two community flag poles, or to light the Niagara sign at Regional Headquarters for a special occasion or awareness campaign.

Request a flag raising or sign lighting

Who can apply

Requests may be approved for non-profit or charitable organizations based in Niagara, or for official delegations representing a foreign nation or municipality visiting the region.

We do not approve requests from political, religious or commercial organizations, or groups whose activities are contrary to Regional policies. We do not issue proclamations.

Requests may be approved for:

  • Non-profit or charitable organizations in Niagara
  • Official delegations representing a foreign nation or municipality outside Niagara, as a sign of respect during their visit

Requests will not be approved for:

  • Political, partisan or religious organizations or events
  • Commercial entities or corporate events
  • Organizations that promote hatred, violence, racism or discrimination
  • Organizations that have already flown a flag at Regional Headquarters in the same calendar year
  • Organizations whose activities are contrary to Regional policies or by-laws

Download the Flag Raising and Sign Lighting Policy (PDF).

Scheduled flag raisings and sign lightings

Niagara Region holds scheduled flag raisings and sign lightings throughout the year to mark cultural heritage months, community awareness campaigns and civic commemorations. 

View scheduled events

Permanent flags at Regional Headquarters

The following flags are flown permanently at Niagara Region Headquarters: 

  • National Flag of Canada 
  • Province of Ontario 
  • Niagara Region 
  • 12 local area municipalities 

Half-masting

Flags at Regional Headquarters are lowered to half-mast as a symbol of collective mourning or commemoration.

Half-mastings are administered by the Office of the Regional Clerk in consultation with the Office of the Regional Chair.