Welland celebrates Franco-Ontarian Day with flag raising ceremony

To commemorate Franco-Ontarian Day, the City of Welland is proudly recognizing its Francophone community with a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall on Wednesday, September 25, at 9:30 a.m.

As one of Ontario’s 26 designated Francophone communities, Welland celebrates its rich Francophone heritage through various initiatives, including its Discover Welland – Découvrir website page, which offers French-language information and resources for residents and visitors.

“Franco-Ontarian Day is an opportunity to honour our French-speaking residents and appreciate their contributions to the cultural and historical fabric of our city,” said Mayor Frank Campion. “We are proud to fly the Franco-Ontarian flag as a symbol of our commitment to diversity and inclusion.”

Franco-Ontarian Day celebrates the province’s vibrant Francophone culture. The Franco-Ontarian flag was first raised in Sudbury in 1975, and it became the official emblem of Franco-Ontarians in June 2001. Its green and white colors, representing the summer and winter months respectively, are closely associated the community’s pride and heritage.

In recognition of the City’s efforts to advance the contributions of its Francophone community, the Honourable Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Francophone Affairs, wrote a letter to extend her support to Welland.

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For media inquiries, please contact:
Paul Orlando
Communications Specialist
905-735-1700 x2133
paul.orlando@welland.ca