The City of Prince George in Canada celebrated its second consecutive Ghana Flag-Raising Ceremony on Wednesday, reaffirming its recognition of the growing Ghanaian community and its cultural contributions.
Hosted at City Hall, the event saw the red, gold, and green Ghanaian flag raised alongside the Canadian and British Columbian flags.
This year’s ceremony follows the historic milestone in 2025, when the city first raised the Ghanaian flag and officially proclaimed March 6 as Ghana Day in Prince George.
Mayor Simon Yu reiterated the city’s commitment to embracing cultural communities, describing the Ghanaian community as “an essential thread in the multicultural fabric of Prince George” and commending their civic engagement, academic contributions, and cultural leadership.
Speaking at the event, Eddie Ameh, President of the Ghanaian Association of Prince George, called the moment “a great honour to the Ghanaian community here in Prince George to have our flag raised for the second consecutive time. We’re grateful to the mayor and the city for this historic moment.”
He added that the Association plans to build a community centre to teach and preserve Ghanaian culture for future generations.
The ceremony drew local families, students, community leaders, and members of the wider African diaspora, with attendees describing the event as a powerful symbol of identity, pride, and belonging.
Later in the evening, celebrations continued with a Dinner and Dance Gala marking Ghana’s 69th Independence Day.
During the event, the Ghanaian Association honoured Mr Jacob Madjitey, one of the city’s earliest Ghanaian settlers, with a citation recognising his over 35 years of service to the community.
Speakers described Mr Madjitey as “a father figure,” “a cultural anchor,” and “a bridge for newcomers finding their footing in a new country,” earning a standing ovation from attendees.
The Ghanaian community in Prince George has grown steadily, now home to hundreds of families and students, many of whom study at local institutions or work in the region’s expanding sectors.
The continued partnership between the City and the Ghanaian Association underscores the community’s cultural, social, and economic contributions.
As the flag waved above City Hall for the second year, attendees expressed hope that the ceremony would remain an annual tradition, further strengthening ties between Prince George’s and its Ghanaian residents.
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