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The centennial flame in Ottawa was first unveiled during celebrations marking the th anniversary of the Canadian confederation. Initially envisioned as a temporary installation, the flame remained so popular with visitors that it has continued to burn ever since.
But the federal government has announced that it is now exploring a number of options to reduce the environmental impact of the flame, one of which includes swapping the fire with LED lights. The stone fountain, a popular photo stop for tourists, now includes imagery from the shields of the 10 provinces and three territories and their official flowers. Nestled between Newfoundland and Labrador and the Northwest Territories, Nunavut's shield includes an inukshuk, meant to guide people, and an Inuit stone lamp known as a qulliq.
It is said to represent the light and warmth of the community. Heritage Canada said the granite panels that the shields rest on are now smaller to accommodate Nunavut. Watch this video about how the Centennial Flame was rebuilt just last year to add Nunavut:.
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