On February 15th, Canadians across the country will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the National Flag of Canada. 

Canada’s iconic flag was first raised on Parliament Hill on February 15, 1965. On that day, we bid farewell to the Canadian Red Ensign and welcomed a new flag—one that reflects our shared identity through enduring and familiar symbols.

Throughout the early 20th century, Canadians called for a distinctive flag that represented our unity and independence. Determined to find a solution…