Canadian Flag - Official National Symbol of Canada #1195664 (License: Personal Use)

The Canadian flag, officially adopted on February 15, 1965, features two vertical red bands flanking a white square with a stylized 11-pointed red maple leaf at its center. Designed by George F. G. Stanley and John Matheson, it replaced the Canadian Red Ensign and symbolizes unity, peace, and tolerance. The proportions are 1:2, and the red color represents sacrifice and bravery, while white signifies peace and honesty.

This image is commonly used on government websites, educational resources, travel guides, and news articles about Canada, especially during national holidays like Canada Day (July 1). It serves users seeking visual identification, historical context, or patriotic content related to Canadian identity.