The OTTAWA sign at the ByWard Market was illuminated in colours of Ancient Egypt, casting a glow that echoed across centuries of history and symbolism. This special lighting display paid tribute to the vibrant and sacred palette of the Nile Valley, where colours were never chosen at random but carried deep spiritual meaning. From the crimson of the desert to the gold of the gods, each hue held the power to protect the soul, connect the living to the divine, and illuminate the journey to the afterlife.

Pigments of Eternity, a short interpretive film, invites you to explore these hidden meanings through poetic narration, evocative animation, and historical insight. Discover how colour in ancient Egypt was not merely decorative but transformative, crafted to endure, to enchant, and to transcend time.