On November 15, 2025, Calgary City Hall raised the Palestinian flag to observe the National Day of Palestine, following Canada’s September 21 recognition of the state, which drew hundreds of supporters to Municipal Plaza amid chants of solidarity.
The event faced immediate criticism from protesters and online commentators who linked it to threats against Canadian sovereignty and terrorism, with counter-demonstrations emphasizing only local flags on public grounds. In response, Mayor Jeromy Farkas proposed banning all foreign national flag-raisings at City Hall to prevent division and promote unity, with a council vote scheduled for next week.
