Preparing For Canada's 150th Anniversary – What You Should Know About Using Canadian Symbols

2017 will mark the 150^th anniversary of Canadian confederation. The government of Canada has already started the countdown, and many businesses are preparing to join in the celebrations.

If your company is gearing up for this milestone, it is important to keep in mind the government's rules for Canadian symbols, particularly for commercial use of the Canadian flag.

The National Flag of Canada

Permission must be obtained from the government of Canada to use the national flag of Canada for commercial purposes. Requests for permission should be forwarded to the State Ceremonial and Canadian Symbols Department of Canadian Heritage, with a sketch of the intended use. The usual turnaround time for permission is 10 days (and often faster).