A Flag That Flew on Parliament Hill
A real Canadian flag that actually flew above Parliament Hill can be yours.
Every weekday, the Peace Tower flag is replaced, and the retired one goes to a Canadian who requested it. But here’s the catch: the waitlist is so long, it’s over 100 years! So if you sign up today, your great grand kids will have a nice gift in about 100 years!
A Whole Bunch of Canada‑Themed Swag
The federal government offers a treasure trove of freebies for national celebrations.
You can request things like:
- Handheld Canadian flags
- Maple leaf temporary tattoos
- Canada flag stickers
- Historical flag posters
- Coat of Arms posters and booklets
They’re meant for educational use and holidays, but anyone can request them through the Department of Canadian Heritage.
An Official Royal Portrait
You can request an official portrait of King Charles or Queen Elizabeth II (and in some cases, past royal family members), printed in a formal 14×17 format. Canadians have been doing this for decades, and the government still fulfills these requests you’ll pay shipping if you want a physical copy.
A Personalized Congratulatory Message From the Prime Minister
Celebrate a major life milestone in the most Canadian way possible:
You can request a congratulatory card from the Prime Minister for:
- Birthdays (65 and up, every five years)
- Anniversaries (25 years and up, every five years)
Free Posters for History Fans and Classroom Decorators
The government also offers:
- Historical flag posters
- Evolution of the Red Ensign charts
- Posters of military flags
- “Flag Etiquette in Canada” booklets
