Today, the flag of the Canadian Territory of Nunavut flies in celebration of its creation as a territory on April 1, 1999.

In the flag of Nunavut, The colors blue and yellow symbolize the riches of the land, sea and sky. Red is a reference to Canada. The Inuksuk (centered) symbolizes stone monuments which guide people on the land, and also marks sacred and other special places. The star is the Niqirtsuituq (North Star), and the traditional guide for navigation. The North Star is also symbolic of the leadership of the elders in the community.
Also flying is the flag of Canada.
