The city of Prince George in Canada has held its second consecutive Ghana flag-raising ceremony, recognising the contributions of the growing Ghanaian community in the city.
The event took place at City Hall on Wednesday, where the red, gold and green flag of Ghana was raised alongside the Canadian and British Columbia provincial flags.
The ceremony builds on a milestone in 2025 when Prince George first raised the Ghanaian flag and officially proclaimed March 6 as Ghana Day in the city.
Mayor Simon Yu praised the Ghanaian community for its role in the city’s multicultural development.
He described the community as “an essential thread in the multicultural fabric of Prince George” and commended its civic engagement, academic achievements and cultural leadership.
President of the Ghanaian Association of Prince George, Eddie Ameh, said the ceremony was a significant moment for Ghanaians living in the city.
“It is a great honour for the Ghanaian community here in Prince George to have our flag raised for the second consecutive time. We are grateful to the mayor and the city for this historic moment,” he said.
Mr Ameh also revealed plans by the association to establish a community centre aimed at preserving and teaching Ghanaian culture to future generations.
The event attracted families, students, community leaders and members of the wider African diaspora, who described the ceremony as a strong symbol of cultural identity and belonging.
Later in the evening, celebrations continued with a dinner and dance gala to mark Ghana’s 69th Independence Day.
During the event, the association honoured Jacob Madjitey, one of the city’s earliest Ghanaian settlers, with a citation recognising his more than 35 years of service to the community.
Speakers described him as a mentor and community leader who helped many newcomers settle in the city.
The Ghanaian population in Prince George has grown steadily over the years, with many residents studying at local institutions or working in the city’s expanding industries.
City officials and community leaders expressed hope that the flag-raising ceremony will continue as an annual tradition celebrating the ties between Prince George and its Ghanaian residents.
