The Meaning Behind the Municipality of Meaford's Illuminated Water Tower
Have you ever wondered what the colours of the Meaford water tower signify? This iconic tower is a beacon of light at night, but the colours have a deeper meaning. Check out the schedule below to learn more about when and why the tower is lit up in different hues.
| Event | Date | Colour |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer Awareness | January 20 to 17, 2025 | Blue |
| International Women's Day | March 8* | Purple |
| World Autism Day | April 2, 2025 | Green, Blue and Red |
| Easter | April 20, 2025 | Yellow and White |
| Victory in Europe Day | May 8, 2025 | Red and White |
| Fibromyalgia Awareness Day | May 12, 2025 | Purple |
| National Nursing Week | May 13 - 18 | Blue and Aqua |
| Victoria Day | May 19, 2025 | Red |
| National AccessAbility Week | May 25 - 31 | Blue and Yellow |
| Pride Month | June 1-8* | Red, Orange, Green, Blue, and Purple |
| National Indigenous People’s Day | June 21* | Purple, Pink, Blue, Green, and Orange |
| Canada Day | July 1* | Red and White |
|
Meaford Harbour 5K Run/Walk |
July 6 - 12 | Blue and Orange |
| National Day of Truth and Reconciliation | September 29-October 1* | Orange |
| Rosh Hashanah | October 22-24, 2025 | White |
| Light it Up, National Disability Employment Awareness | October 19* | Blue and Purple |
| Diwali | October 20, 2024 | Red, Orange, Yellow, and Green |
| Halloween | October 31* | Orange |
| Remembrance Day | November 11* | Red |
|
Holiday's |
December 18 – January 2* | Multi |
*same date every year
Would you like to request a water tower lighting? Please fill out the request form below.
Please note that due to weather, we do not fly any flags between November and April. Flag requests between May and October will be considered.
Once completed, please return this form to 21 Trowbridge Street West, Meaford, during regular hours of operation or send via email to communications@meaford.ca.
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