Canada Flag - Official National Symbol of the Canadian Confederation #1628555 (License: Personal Use)

The flag of Canada, officially known as the National Flag of Canada, consists of two vertical red bands on either side and a white square in the center bearing a stylized 11-pointed red maple leaf. Designed by George F. G. Stanley and John Matheson, it was proclaimed by Queen Elizabeth II on February 15, 1965, replacing the Canadian Red Ensign. Its simple yet powerful design symbolizes Canada’s natural heritage, unity, and sovereignty.

This image is commonly used on government websites, educational resources, travel guides, and news articles about Canada. It serves users seeking visual identification of Canada, historical context, or patriotic content-often for national holidays like Canada Day or international representation.