OTTAWA— How many Canadian flag lapel pins could the government possibly need? Natalie Huneault, spokesperson for the heritage department, said in an email that the government spent $792,940 to buy 11.1 million lapel pins from 2013 to 2017. Huneault explained that the pins are used for “notable celebrations” like National Flag Day every Feb. 15, as well as other events like Canada Day. “Promoting knowledge and appreciation of Canadian symbols is an essential component of the mandate of the Department Canadian Heritage,” she said. “The Canada 150 rink has been a great success and a tremendous symbol of the 150th anniversary celebrations of Confederation,” Ross said.

Source: thestar March 02, 2018 00:02 UTC