The maple leaf is adopted as the flag of Canada, replacing the Canadian Red Ensign flag.

The flag of Canada, commonly known as the Maple Leaf or l’Unifolié (French for “the one-leafed”), is a striking and symbolic national emblem. Officially adopted on February 15, 1965, it features a red field with a white square at its center, bearing a stylized, 11-pointed red maple leaf. The red and white colors are derived from Canada’s historical ties to France and England, with red symbolizing sacrifice and valor, while white represents peace and honesty. The maple leaf, a long-standing symbol of Canada, reflects the nation’s natural beauty and its people’s strength and unity. Designed by George F. G. Stanley and John Matheson, the flag replaced the Red Ensign, marking Canada’s shift toward a more distinct national identity. Today, it stands as a proud representation of Canadian heritage, diversity, and unity.