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ATHABASCA5006 - 52 St., T9S 1V3

Ph. (780) 675-3110 Fax (780) 675-4774

CALGARY - MAIN5755 - 11 St. S.E., T2H 1M7

Ph. (403) 253-6463 Fax (403) 253-5926

CALGARY - FOOTHILLS6130 - 51 St. S.E., T2C 4M9

Ph. (403) 203-1928 Fax (403) 236-1912

CLAIRMONT9802 - 84 Ave., T0H 0W0

Ph. (780) 567-2238 Fax (780) 567-2239

DRAYTON VALLEY6105 - 50 Ave., Box 5055, T7A 1R3

Ph. (780) 621-0056 Fax (780) 621-0057

FAIRVIEW9402 - 113 St., Box 2020, T0H 1L0

Ph. (780) 835-5115 Fax (780) 835-3535

RED DEER - QUEENS191 Queens Drive, T4P 0R3

Ph. (403) 406-6044 Fax (403) 406-6099

SPIRIT RIVER5202 Highway 49, Box 579, T0H 3G0

Ph. (780) 864-3333 Fax (780) 864-3330

STRATHMORE1020 Westridge Road, T1P 1H8

Ph. (403) 934-3710 Fax (403) 934-5453

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EDMONTON - MAIN16215-118 Ave., T5V 1C7

Ph. (780) 4-GREGGS or 447-3447 Fax (780) 451-2528

EDMONTON - EAST3611 - 76 Ave., T6B 2S8

Ph. (780) 450-2233 Fax (780) 450-2266

EDMONTON - SOUTH3911 - 92 St., T6E 6R8

Ph. (780) 409-2000 Fax (780) 409-2100

NISKU1405 - 5 St., T9E 8C7

Ph. (780) 979-9988 Fax (780) 979-9989

ACHESON101-53016 Hwy 60, T7X 5A7

Ph. (780) 948-7111 Fax (780) 948-7222

FORT MCMURRAY325 MacAlpine Crescent, T9H 4Y4

Ph. (780) 715-4000 Fax (780) 743-8833

GRANDE PRAIRIE11140 - 97 Ave., T8V 3J8

Ph. (780) 513-4000 Fax (780) 513-6000

HIGH LEVEL10207 - 96 St., T0H 1Z0

Ph. (780) 926-2521 Fax (780) 926-3514

LETHBRIDGE4005 - 5 Ave. N., T1H 6Y3

Ph. (403) 328-7333 Fax (403) 328-7666

RAINBOW LAKE2 Rainbow Drive, Box 596, T0H 2Y0

Ph. (780) 956-2588 Fax (780) 956-2589

RED DEER - EAST5141 - 76A Street Close, T4P 3M2

Ph. (403) 341-3100 Fax (403) 341-3210

BRITISH COLUMBIABRITISH COLUMBIAFORT ST. JOHN

9404 - 111 St., V1J 7J5Ph. (250) 785-8000 Fax (250) 785-8022

LANGLEY19632 - 96 Ave., V1M 3B9

Ph. (604) 888-9588 Fax (604) 888-4688

NANAIMO1935 Boxwood Rd., V9S 5X9

Ph: 250-754-1935 Fax: 250-754-1165

SASKATCHEWANSASKATCHEWANSASKATOON

3066 Faithfull Ave., S7K 8H2Ph. (306) 343-6655 Fax (306) 343-6656

As shown on the Government of Canada’s website, here are just a few of the flags used by Canadians for the past 400 years. The Red Ensign was never officially adopted as a national flag. Until the adoption of the present national flag, the Royal Union Jack was the only other official National Flag of Canada.

Fleur-de-lis (1647)

Red Ensign (1871-1921)

Cross of St. George (1577)

First Canadian FlagsFirst Canadian Flags

The fleur-de-lis was a symbol of French sovereignty in Canada from 1534, when Jacques Cartier landed and claimed the New World for France, until the early 1760s, when Canada was given to the United Kingdom. Although a number of French military flags were used in Canada during this period, including the white flag of the Marine royale after 1674, the fleur-de-lis held a position of some prominence.

The Red Ensign was commissioned to include a fly bearing the quartered arms of Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick in 1871. From approximately 1873 to 1921, as new provinces entered Confederation or received some mark of identification (sometimes taken from their seal), that mark was incorporated into the shield. By 1921, it was made up of the coats of arms of the nine provinces then in Confederation. It was unofficially used on land and sea as Canada’s flag.

The Cross of St. George traces its history back to the legend of St. George, who became the patron saint of England in the late Middle Ages. The red cross associated with St. George came into wide use as a national emblem of England in 1274, during the reign of Edward I.

The earliest recorded use of the Cross of St. George in Canada is found in a watercolour painting by John White. It depicts English explorers struggling with Inuit, most likely on Baffin Island during Martin Frobisher’s expedition of 1577. It was also carried by John Cabot when he reached the east coast of Canada in 1497.

Adopted in 1960, the provincial flag duplicates the design of B.C.’s Shield of Arms, which is a component of B.C.’s Coat of Arms. The top of the flag depicts the Royal Union Flag, reflecting B.C.’s British heritage, with the King Edward crown in the centre representing the Royal Family. Below is a setting sun, representing B.C.’s position as Canada’s westernmost province.The wavy white and blue lines symbolize B.C.’s location between the Pacific Ocean and the Rocky Mountains.

British Columbia is 944,735 km2 which is 9.5% of Canada. Capital city: VictoriaEntered Confederation: July 20, 1871License plate motto: Beautiful British Columbia

From Sea to Shining SeaLearn a little bit about every province and territory in Canada! This time: British Columbia

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Edition #1 of 13

“The fl ag is the symbol of the nation’s unity, for it, beyond any doubt, represents all the citizens of Canada without distinction of race, language, belief or opinion.”

The Canadian Flag: A Brief HistoryThe Canadian Flag: A Brief History

the Honourable Maurice Bourgetat the ceremony inaugurating the new Canadian fl agFebruary 15, 1965

On February 15, 1965, the National Flag of Canada was raised for the first time over Parliament Hill. The red-white-On February 15, 1965, the National Flag of Canada was raised for the first time over Parred pattern is based on the flag of the Royal Military College of Canada and the ribbon of the Canada General Service red pattern is based on the flag of the Royal Military College of Canada and the ribbon oMedal of 1899, a British decoration given to those who defended Canada in 19th-century battles. The leaf has 11 points, Medal of 1899, a British decoration given to those who defended Canada in 19th-centuryand the flag’s proportions are two by length and one by width. Our current, recognizable maple leaf flag is really the and the flag’s proportions are two by length and one by width. Our current, recognizablelatest in a series of flags that have flown over what has become Canada. Beginning in the 15th century, flags have flown latest in a series of flags that have flown over what has become Canada. Beginning in thon our soil for England, for France, and even after Confederation in 1867, we’ve had a few different flags representing on our soil for England, for France, and even after Confederation in 1867, we’ve had a feCanada.Canada.

The idea for a uniquely Canadian flag would come up over time, starting in 1925. But the committee assigned with The idea for a uniquely Canadian flag would come up over time, starting in 1925. But ththe task never completed its work. In 1946, a parliamentary committee examined more than 2600 submissions — but the task never completed its work. In 1946, a parliamentary committee examined more members could not agree on a new design.members could not agree on a new design.

In 1964, the debate came up again as Canada approached its Centennial. Then Prime Minister Lester Pearson’s In 1964, the debate came up again as Canada approached its Centennial. Then Prime Mgovernment narrowed down a number of designs to only three:government narrowed down a number of designs to only three:

•a Red Ensign with the fleur-de-lis and the Union Jack; •a Red Ensign with the fleur-de-lis and the Union Jack; •a design that included three red maple leaves; and •a design that included three red maple leaves; and •a red flag with a single, stylized red maple leaf on a white square. •a red flag with a single, stylized red maple leaf on a white square.

After prototypes were made, there were two final designs to choose from:After prototypes were made, there were two final designs to choose from:

•a flag with three joined maples leaves in between a blue border; •a flag with three joined maples leaves in between a blue border; •the single leaf design in between a red border.

The single maple leaf design was endorsed. It was inaugurateon February 15, 1965; and in 1996, Prime Minister Je

Chretien proclaimed February 15 as National Day.

You can see some of thCanadian flags on the page of this brochure.

The Canadian Flag: A Brief HistoryThe Canadian Flag: A Brief

The single maple leaf design was endorThe single maple leaf design was endoron February 15, 1965; and in 19on February 15, 1965; and in 19

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On February 15, 1965, the National Flag of Canada was raised for the first time over Parliament Hill. The red-white-rliament Hill. The red-white-red pattern is based on the flag of the Royal Military College of Canada and the ribbon of the Canada General Service of the Canada General Service Medal of 1899, a British decoration given to those who defended Canada in 19th-century battles. The leaf has 11 points, y battles. The leaf has 11 points, and the flag’s proportions are two by length and one by width. Our current, recognizable maple leaf flag is really the e maple leaf flag is really the latest in a series of flags that have flown over what has become Canada. Beginning in the 15th century, flags have flown he 15th century, flags have flown on our soil for England, for France, and even after Confederation in 1867, we’ve had a few different flags representing ew different flags representing Canada.

The idea for a uniquely Canadian flag would come up over time, starting in 1925. But the committee assigned with he committee assigned with the task never completed its work. In 1946, a parliamentary committee examined more than 2600 submissions — but than 2600 submissions — but members could not agree on a new design.

In 1964, the debate came up again as Canada approached its Centennial. Then Prime Minister Lester Pearson’s Minister Lester Pearson’s government narrowed down a number of designs to only three:

•a Red Ensign with the fleur-de-lis and the Union Jack; •a design that included three red maple leaves; and •a red flag with a single, stylized red maple leaf on a white square.

After prototypes were made, there were two final designs to choose from:

•a flag with three joined maples leaves in between a blue border; •the single leaf design in between a red border.

The single maple leaf design was endorsed. It was inaugurated ed on February 15, 1965; and in 1996, Prime Minister Jean ean

Chretien proclaimed February 15 as National Flag Flag Day.

You can see some of the first he first Canadian flags on the back back page of this brochure.

The Canadian Flag: A Brief Historyf History

The Flag at Parliament Hill in OttawaThe Flag at Parliament Hill in OttawaDid you know the flag on the Peace Tower at Parliament Hill is changed almost every day?

Every weekday, the designated flag master changes the Peace Tower flag, except on statutory holidays and during poor weather conditions. The flag is also changed for half-masting. The other Parliament Hill flags are changed weekly and on days that they are at half-mast.

To replace the Peace Tower flag, the flag master folds and places a new flag in a satchel, takes the elevator to the observation deck, and climbs 33 metres of stairs and ladders. Once at the top, the flag master lowers the flying flag and raises the new one on the 10.7-metre flagpole. Throughout the 20 to 30 minute process, the flag is never to touch the ground.

As a courtesy, flags that have flown on Parliament Hill are donated to Canadian residents. You can add your name to the waiting list on the Government of Canada’s website. Patience is a virtue! The approximate waiting period for the Peace Tower flag is 63 years, and 50 years for other Parliament Hill flags.

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ATHABASCA5006 - 52 St., T9S 1V3

Ph. (780) 675-3110 Fax (780) 675-4774

CALGARY - MAIN5755 - 11 St. S.E., T2H 1M7

Ph. (403) 253-6463 Fax (403) 253-5926

CALGARY - FOOTHILLS6130 - 51 St. S.E., T2C 4M9

Ph. (403) 203-1928 Fax (403) 236-1912

CLAIRMONT9802 - 84 Ave., T0H 0W0

Ph. (780) 567-2238 Fax (780) 567-2239

DRAYTON VALLEY6105 - 50 Ave., Box 5055, T7A 1R3

Ph. (780) 621-0056 Fax (780) 621-0057

FAIRVIEW9402 - 113 St., Box 2020, T0H 1L0

Ph. (780) 835-5115 Fax (780) 835-3535

RED DEER - QUEENS191 Queens Drive, T4P 0R3

Ph. (403) 406-6044 Fax (403) 406-6099

SPIRIT RIVER5202 Highway 49, Box 579, T0H 3G0

Ph. (780) 864-3333 Fax (780) 864-3330

STRATHMORE1020 Westridge Road, T1P 1H8

Ph. (403) 934-3710 Fax (403) 934-5453

COME VISIT US AT ONE OF OUR 24 LOCATIONS!COME VISIT US AT ONE OF OUR 24 LOCATIONS!ALBERTAALBERTA

EDMONTON - MAIN16215-118 Ave., T5V 1C7

Ph. (780) 4-GREGGS or 447-3447 Fax (780) 451-2528

EDMONTON - EAST3611 - 76 Ave., T6B 2S8

Ph. (780) 450-2233 Fax (780) 450-2266

EDMONTON - SOUTH3911 - 92 St., T6E 6R8

Ph. (780) 409-2000 Fax (780) 409-2100

NISKU1405 - 5 St., T9E 8C7

Ph. (780) 979-9988 Fax (780) 979-9989

ACHESON101-53016 Hwy 60, T7X 5A7

Ph. (780) 948-7111 Fax (780) 948-7222

FORT MCMURRAY325 MacAlpine Crescent, T9H 4Y4

Ph. (780) 715-4000 Fax (780) 743-8833

GRANDE PRAIRIE11140 - 97 Ave., T8V 3J8

Ph. (780) 513-4000 Fax (780) 513-6000

HIGH LEVEL10207 - 96 St., T0H 1Z0

Ph. (780) 926-2521 Fax (780) 926-3514

LETHBRIDGE4005 - 5 Ave. N., T1H 6Y3

Ph. (403) 328-7333 Fax (403) 328-7666

RAINBOW LAKE2 Rainbow Drive, Box 596, T0H 2Y0

Ph. (780) 956-2588 Fax (780) 956-2589

RED DEER - EAST5141 - 76A Street Close, T4P 3M2

Ph. (403) 341-3100 Fax (403) 341-3210

BRITISH COLUMBIABRITISH COLUMBIAFORT ST. JOHN

9404 - 111 St., V1J 7J5Ph. (250) 785-8000 Fax (250) 785-8022

LANGLEY19632 - 96 Ave., V1M 3B9

Ph. (604) 888-9588 Fax (604) 888-4688

NANAIMO1935 Boxwood Rd., V9S 5X9

Ph: 250-754-1935 Fax: 250-754-1165

SASKATCHEWANSASKATCHEWANSASKATOON

3066 Faithfull Ave., S7K 8H2Ph. (306) 343-6655 Fax (306) 343-6656

As shown on the Government of Canada’s website, here are just a few of the flags used by Canadians for the past 400 years. The Red Ensign was never officially adopted as a national flag. Until the adoption of the present national flag, the Royal Union Jack was the only other official National Flag of Canada.

Fleur-de-lis (1647)

Red Ensign (1871-1921)

Cross of St. George (1577)

First Canadian FlagsFirst Canadian Flags

The fleur-de-lis was a symbol of French sovereignty in Canada from 1534, when Jacques Cartier landed and claimed the New World for France, until the early 1760s, when Canada was given to the United Kingdom. Although a number of French military flags were used in Canada during this period, including the white flag of the Marine royale after 1674, the fleur-de-lis held a position of some prominence.

The Red Ensign was commissioned to include a fly bearing the quartered arms of Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick in 1871. From approximately 1873 to 1921, as new provinces entered Confederation or received some mark of identification (sometimes taken from their seal), that mark was incorporated into the shield. By 1921, it was made up of the coats of arms of the nine provinces then in Confederation. It was unofficially used on land and sea as Canada’s flag.

The Cross of St. George traces its history back to the legend of St. George, who became the patron saint of England in the late Middle Ages. The red cross associated with St. George came into wide use as a national emblem of England in 1274, during the reign of Edward I.

The earliest recorded use of the Cross of St. George in Canada is found in a watercolour painting by John White. It depicts English explorers struggling with Inuit, most likely on Baffin Island during Martin Frobisher’s expedition of 1577. It was also carried by John Cabot when he reached the east coast of Canada in 1497.

Adopted in 1960, the provincial flag duplicates the design of B.C.’s Shield of Arms, which is a component of B.C.’s Coat of Arms. The top of the flag depicts the Royal Union Flag, reflecting B.C.’s British heritage, with the King Edward crown in the centre representing the Royal Family. Below is a setting sun, representing B.C.’s position as Canada’s westernmost province.The wavy white and blue lines symbolize B.C.’s location between the Pacific Ocean and the Rocky Mountains.

British Columbia is 944,735 km2 which is 9.5% of Canada. Capital city: VictoriaEntered Confederation: July 20, 1871License plate motto: Beautiful British Columbia

From Sea to Shining SeaLearn a little bit about every province and territory in Canada! This time: British Columbia

CANADAFun Facts aboutFun Facts about

CELEBRATINGCELEBRATING

GREGG DISTRIBUTORS LTD.100% CANADIAN CANADA

CANADA ’’S 150t

h!

S 150t

h!

Gregg Distributors Ltd.At Gregg’s, taking pride in being 100% Canadian is an everyday thing. Th is year is even better! It’s Canada’s 150th! We’ve put together 13 brochures that highlight fun facts you may or may not have known about our wonderful country. Collect them all! Celebrate along with us!

Edition #1 of 13

“The fl ag is the symbol of the nation’s unity, for it, beyond any doubt, represents all the citizens of Canada without distinction of race, language, belief or opinion.”

The Canadian Flag: A Brief HistoryThe Canadian Flag: A Brief History

the Honourable Maurice Bourgetat the ceremony inaugurating the new Canadian fl agFebruary 15, 1965