Reflecting Diversity
We recognize and value the contributions of the diverse communities that make Peterborough a resilient and thriving place to live. In 2019, City Council voted unanimously for Peterborough to join the Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities as an expression of our community’s values and goals related to diversity, equity and inclusion.
One way we contribute to enhancing awareness and learning is through observing internationally and nationally recognized days, weeks and months of significance.
Official celebrations and observances are recognized through a variety of acknowledgements, including:
- Official proclamations or awareness statements by the Mayor of the City of Peterborough
- Hosting flag raising ceremonies/events at City Hall
- Featuring community events on the City’s online calendar or in our news posts
- Promoting awareness and linking to resources on social media
- Commemorative lighting displays at City Hall and seasonally at the Centennial Fountain in Little Lake
Various City facilities and services, including the Museum and Archives, Peterborough Public Library and the Art Gallery of Peterborough build programming and education around official celebrations and observances.
Community groups and organizations are invited to request flag raisings, proclamations and commemorative lighting displays through the online forms linked below.
Commemorative flags
The Mayor's Office coordinates requests for commemorative flag raising at City facilities, including City Hall. Requests must be received at least one week before the event and meet the criteria for commemorative flag and lighting requests.
Request a commemorative flag raising
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| Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 1 p.m.: Irish Week |
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| Half-mast flags at City facilities | ||||||||||
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The act of Half-Masting is a strong visual statement that speaks to the community’s sense of loss or reflection. The City lowers its flag to half mast upon the death of certain dignitaries, officials or City employees as identified in City procedures; and on days of reflection or mourning that are declared or enshrined in legislation by the Province, the Government of Canada, or City Council. The Half-Masting of the National Flag and the Provincial Flag will be in accordance with the Government of Canada’s Rules for Half-Masting the National Flag of Canada and the Provincial Guidelines for Half-Masting flags, respectively.
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Commemorative lighting displays
Commemorative lighting displays at City Hall and the Centennial Fountain recognize important events and cultural celebrations in our community.
The City of Peterborough accepts requests for commemorative lighting at City Hall throughout the year, and seasonally for the Centennial Fountain (May to October) from organizations or individuals that meet our commemorative lighting criteria.
Requests for commemorative lighting displays must be submitted at least three weeks before the event. Requests are processed in the order in which they are received. Please review the criteria section below before submitting your application.
Promotion of Commemorative Lighting displays is the responsibility of the organization or individual(s) who submitted the request. The City publicly posts notice of the subject of Commemorative Lighting displays on its website. Coordination, promotion, and implementation of any related Commemorative Lighting ceremonies is the responsibility of the organization or individual(s) who submitted the Commemorative Lighting request. Requests for Commemorative Lighting displays can request that the light display be in place for up to one week.
