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Yukon Francophone Day May 15

Journée de la Francophonie

Yukon Francophone Day (Journée de la francophonie yukonnaise). Raising of the flag, Friday, May 15, 2009

 

The Franco-Yukon Flag—1986

The Franco-Yukon flag is of blue, white and gold: the blue represents the francophonie as well as the Yukon sky; the white symbolizes winter north of 60, and the gold recalls Yukon history and the early French-speaking presence in the territory. The graphics refers to Yukon’s crystalline sky, grandiose landscapes and vibrant life. It is also reminiscent of obstacles to surmount and mountains to climb. “This is a rich, original flag that instils pride in our roots and our involvement. It does not rely on quaint symbols to identify the people it represents—it speaks of conquests made through greater respect for cultural identity,” says Cécile Girard, who created the flag.

 

 

Yukon Francophone day Proclamation