Bill Hawke, 83, had not flown his flag for several years but decided to do it this year. “It represents the importance of Canada and its democracy,” the retired investment advisor said.

On February 15, 1965, the Red Maple Leaf was officially adopted as Canada’s flag. Kelly’s powerful speech is viewed as the catalyst that got the movement in motion. A Red Wings Star ...

Sunlight shines through the flags of Canada and the United States, held together by a protester outside on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Feb. 1, 2025. The Maple Leaf, designed by George F.

His warning on trade — combined with his repeated calls for the United States to annex Canada — has the country’s flag makers struggling to keep up with suddenly soaring demand.

The Maple Leaf turns 60 years old on Saturday and, in the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump's continued jabs at Canada, the nation's flag and its special day are gaining more attention than usual.

The National Flag of Canada Day felt more important to her this year given tensions with the U.S., and inspired her to organize the impromptu rally. Saturday marked the 60th anniversary of the ...