Montreal Adds Tree of Peace Symbol to City's Flag

Strips British General of Street Name

 

The new city of Montreal flag flies next to City Hall Wednesday, September 13, 2017 in Montreal. Montreal redesigned its flag and coat of arms by adding a white pine tree to reflect Haudenosaunee contributions to the city. CBC Photo.

Montreal has taken steps to recognize the contributions of Indigenous people to the city by adding a Tree of Peace symbol to its city flag and making a commitment to rename Amherst Street.

Amherst Street was originally named after British Gen. Jef...



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