On Sunday, 22nd February 2026, the Government and people of Saint Lucia will proudly commemorate our 47th year of nationhood, under the theme, “Douvan Ansanm: Nourishing Our People, Strengthening Our Nation“.

We invite you to join us at the following official events, which will be taking place in Canada, in observance of our beloved nation’s 47^th Anniversary of Independence:

TORONTO

Thanksgiving Church Service & Reception

Host: Consulate General of Saint Lucia in Toronto
Date: Sunday, 15^th February 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m. EST 
Venue: St. Elizabeth of Hungary R.C. Church
Location: 432 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto

Flag Raising Ceremony & Reception

Host: Consulate General of Saint Lucia in Toronto
Date: Wednesday, 18th February 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. EST 
Venue: Podium Roof – City Hall
Location: 100 Queen Street West, Toronto

OTTAWA

Flag Raising Ceremony & Reception

Hosts: Consul General & Saint Lucia-Ottawa Association
Date: Friday, 20th February 2026
Time: 12:00 noon EST 
Venue: Ottawa City Hall
Location: 110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa

Saint Lucia’s 47th Anniversary of Independence Gala

Host: Saint Lucia-Ottawa Association
Date: Saturday, 21st February 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. EST 
Venue: Ottawa Conference and Event Centre
Location: 200 Coventry Road, Ottawa

Tickets/Reservations: https://www.ticketgateway.com/event/view/47th-independence-gala–the-black-tie-affair

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We look forward to celebrating with you!