Our Hue & Native Land
Our Hue & Native Land is an interactive reference that breaks down the colours and symbolism of all 13 Canadian provincial and territorial flags. Each flag's palette is extracted, named, and contextualized with the history and meaning behind its design.
What problem does it solve?
Canada has 13 provincial and territorial flags, each with its own colours and symbolism. Most Canadians can identify a few. Almost nobody knows them all. Our Hue & Native Land documents the full set, treating each flag as a design object worth studying.
How it works
Each flag is broken down into its constituent colours, extracted as exact hex values. Alongside the palette, the project presents the symbolism and historical context of each design element. The result is part colour reference, part informal design history of Canadian federalism.
Whom it’s for
Canadians curious about their own flags, designers interested in vexillology and colour symbolism, and anyone who appreciates the intersection of design and national identity.
Tech
Interactive web page with extracted colour palettes and contextual information.
Frequently asked questions
What is Our Hue & Native Land?
An interactive reference that breaks down the colours and symbolism of all 13 Canadian provincial and territorial flags.
Why all 13 flags?
Canada has 10 provinces and 3 territories, each with its own flag. Most Canadians can't name more than a few. This project documents them all.
Is it just about colours?
Colours are the entry point, but each flag includes the symbolism and history behind its design.