Nova Scotia Flag - Official Provincial Flag of Canada’s Maritime Province #58435 (License: Personal Use)

The Nova Scotia flag features a blue saltire (X-shaped cross) edged in white on a blue field, reflecting Scotland’s influence as the province’s namesake. At its center is a gold shield displaying a red lion rampant, derived from the Royal Arms of Scotland, symbolizing strength and sovereignty. This design was officially adopted in 1929 and remains one of Canada’s oldest provincial flags.

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