Your Community

Welcome to Your Community, a new page dedicated to flag raisings, half-mastings and proclamation ceremonies.


We’re proud to recognize and support local community groups across Durham Region. One way we co-ordinate this, is through flag raising and proclamation ceremonies.

The diversity of Durham Region is one of our greatest strengths. It’s important to us to recognize significant observances, cultural celebrations, communities, causes or organizations. Together, we can help enhance public awareness, strengthen bonds, encourage dialogue and foster a sense of belonging and pride among community members.

There are four sets of flagpoles at Regional Headquarters—one of which is designated for community flags. You can find this set on the northeast portion of the property.

Community groups can apply to have a flag flown at Durham Regional Headquarters through the Community Flag Raising Application at least four weeks prior to the date the flag is requested to be flown.

We also lower our flags to half-mast as a sign of respect and to express sorrow during a time of national mourning. We do this to honour the passing of public figures, commemorate significant events or dates like Remembrance Day, or serve as a measure of respect and condolence during times of tragedy.

Welcome to Your Community, a new page dedicated to flag raisings, half-mastings and proclamation ceremonies.


We’re proud to recognize and support local community groups across Durham Region. One way we co-ordinate this, is through flag raising and proclamation ceremonies.

The diversity of Durham Region is one of our greatest strengths. It’s important to us to recognize significant observances, cultural celebrations, communities, causes or organizations. Together, we can help enhance public awareness, strengthen bonds, encourage dialogue and foster a sense of belonging and pride among community members.

There are four sets of flagpoles at Regional Headquarters—one of which is designated for community flags. You can find this set on the northeast portion of the property.

Community groups can apply to have a flag flown at Durham Regional Headquarters through the Community Flag Raising Application at least four weeks prior to the date the flag is requested to be flown.

We also lower our flags to half-mast as a sign of respect and to express sorrow during a time of national mourning. We do this to honour the passing of public figures, commemorate significant events or dates like Remembrance Day, or serve as a measure of respect and condolence during times of tragedy.

  • Emancipation Day

    Regional Chair and CEO, John Henry, has proclaimed August 1 as Emancipation Day in Durham Region. This is the day, in 1834, when slavery was abolished in Canada.

    To honour the legacy of those who paved the way for freedom and to reaffirm our commitment to eliminating anti-Black racism, the Pan-African flag was raised at Regional Headquarters today (July 29) and will fly until August 5.


  • World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)

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    Regional Chair John Henry has proclaimed June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). This day raises awareness of elder abuse and encourages everyone to take responsibility for preventing it.

    We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of older adults in our community by offering help, direction and support. In recognition of WEADD, we have raised the flag at Regional Headquarters.

    If you, or an older adult that you know, need support, visit durham.ca/ElderAbuse.

  • National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism

    Today (June 23) is the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism.

    On this day, we remember those who have lost their lives to acts of terror in Canada and abroad.

    Flags at all Regional facilities have been lowered to half-mast to honour the victims of these tragic attacks.

  • Filipino Heritage Month

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    Regional Chair John Henry has proclaimed June as Filipino Heritage Month!

    This month, we recognize, celebrate and raise awareness of the rich culture, vibrant traditions and incredible contributions of the Filipino community here in Durham and across Canada.

    To mark this occasion, the Flag of the Philippines was raised at Regional Headquarters today (June 19).


Page last updated: 12 Nov 2025, 07:11 AM