50th Anniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag
Sep 25, 2025 — 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
50th Anniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag 鈥 Tintamarre and flag raising at the University of Ottawa on Thursday, September 25, 2025!
Where and when:
- 10:30 a.m. 鈥 Meet up on Tabaret lawn for the tintamarre procession
- 11 a.m. 鈥 Official flag raising ceremony at University Square
Description
On September 25, join us at the University of Ottawa to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag!
We invite students, staff members, professors, alumni, partners and members of the public to participate in this main event on Franco-Ontarian Day to celebrate the anniversary of the first raising of this emblem of the Francophonie in Ontario.
Celebrations will open with a tintamarre, which is a loud, festive parade, starting from Tabaret Hall. Use a cowbell, tambourine, spoons, pots and pans, or simply your voice to bring the Francophonie to life on campus!
After the tintamarre, we will raise the Franco-Ontarian flag at University Square as a heartfelt symbol of our roots, our common history, our shared future and our love for the Francophonie in Ontario.
Why take part in these celebrations?
- To highlight a defining, historic moment for the Francophonie in Ontario
- To spread Franco-Ontarian culture throughout our University community
- To enjoy an inclusive, festive gathering
- To discover, or rediscover, the University of Ottawa鈥檚 Francophone history
Register today to confirm your participation!