Canadian Flag - Official National Symbol of Canada #1645124 (License: Personal Use)

The Canadian flag, also known as the Maple Leaf, consists of a bold red maple leaf on a white central square, flanked by two vertical red bars. Designed by George Stanley and John Matheson, it was officially adopted on February 15, 1965, replacing the Canadian Red Ensign. Its simplicity and symbolism reflect unity, peace, and national identity.

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