Requests to raise flags on the community flagpole will be considered on a first come first serve basis.

Criteria:

Your community organization/group may apply to raise a flag on the community flagpole as long as the flag and event/cause are appropriately aligned with the municipality and its core values.

Flag raising requests will not be approved for:

• Political parties or political organizations;
• Religious organizations or in celebration of religious events;
• Promotion of a business or commercial enterprise;
• Matters inciting hatred, or those that are discriminatory
• Intent is contrary to corporate policies or by-laws; or
• Intent is to defame the integrity of the Town, Ontario or Canada.

The Office of the Mayor and Council may seek input from the Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee of Council, or other EG Advisory Committees of Council as required.