Canadian Flag - Official National Symbol of Canada #1628613 (License: Personal Use)

The Canadian flag, officially known as the National Flag of Canada, was adopted on February 15, 1965, replacing the Canadian Red Ensign. Its design consists of two vertical red bands on either side and a central white square bearing a stylized 11-pointed red maple leaf-a symbol long associated with Canadian identity. The flag’s proportions are 1:2, and its vibrant colors represent sacrifice (red) and peace (white).

This image is commonly used on government websites, educational resources, travel guides, and news articles covering Canadian politics, heritage, or international events like Canada Day or Olympic representation. It serves users seeking visual identification, historical context, or patriotic content.