In 2026, our community celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Franco-Newfoundland and Labrador flag, the official symbol of Francophones in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Created in 1986 by Lyly Fortin in St. John’s, this flag embodies the pride, history, and dynamism of the Francophone community of Newfoundland and Labrador.

The blue, white, and red colours recall the French origins of the first settlers. The two sails symbolize their ancestors’ crossing to Newfoundland and Labrador. Their tilt and movement evoke action, progress, and a Francophonie looking toward the future.

The yellow of the sails refers to Acadia and the fleur-de-lis, recalling the Acadian and Francophone heritage present in the province.

The mainsail is adorned with a pitcher plant, the floral emblem of Newfoundland and Labrador, while the upper sail features a larch branch, the symbol of Labrador. These elements illustrate the deep roots of Francophones throughout the provincial territory.

For 40 years, the Franco-Newfoundland and Labrador flag has united Francophones in Newfoundland and Labrador and affirmed the vitality of the Francophonie in a minority context.

In 2026, our community celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Franco-Newfoundland and Labrador flag, the official symbol of Francophones in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Created in 1986 by Lyly Fortin in St. John’s, this flag embodies the pride, history, and dynamism of the Francophone community of Newfoundland and Labrador.

The blue, white, and red colours recall the French origins of the first settlers. The two sails symbolize their ancestors’ crossing to Newfoundland and Labrador. Their tilt and movement evoke action, progress, and a Francophonie looking toward the future.

The yellow of the sails refers to Acadia and the fleur-de-lis, recalling the Acadian and Francophone heritage present in the province.

The mainsail is adorned with a pitcher plant, the floral emblem of Newfoundland and Labrador, while the upper sail features a larch branch, the symbol of Labrador. These elements illustrate the deep roots of Francophones throughout the province.

For 40 years, the Franco-Newfoundland and Labrador flag has united Francophones in Newfoundland and Labrador and affirmed the vitality of the Francophonie in a minority context.