Centennial Flame, Ottawa Travel Guide
Free Guide: A symbol of Canadian unity and history, the Centennial Flame on Parliament Hill commemorates the nation's enduring spirit.
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A symbol of Canadian unity and history, the Centennial Flame on Parliament Hill commemorates the nation's enduring spirit.
The Centennial Flame, located on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, is a monument commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Confederation. Lit in 1967, it symbolizes the unity and enduring spirit of the Canadian nation. The flame burns continuously, surrounded by a fountain adorned with the shields of Canada's provinces and territories.
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- 111 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0A6
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The Centennial Flame stands as a powerful symbol of Canada's unity, resilience, and progress. Inaugurated on January 1, 1967, by then-Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson, it marked the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Confederation. Originally intended as a temporary monument, its popularity led to it becoming a permanent fixture on Parliament Hill.The flame is fueled by natural gas and burns continuously atop a fountain. The fountain features bronze shields representing each of Canada's provinces and territories, with the year they joined Confederation carved in granite. In 2017, a shield for Nunavut was added. The Centennial Flame serves as a focal point for national celebrations and events, including Canada Day and Remembrance Day.Visitors often toss coins into the fountain, which are collected to fund the Centennial Flame Research Award, granted to a person with a disability to conduct research on contributions by Canadians with disabilities to public life. The Centennial Flame is located near the Queen's Gates, in front of the Peace Tower and Centre Block.
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