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Because that was the symbol of the French and the people searching for a new flag agreed that any new flag "must avoid the use of national or racial symbols that are of a divisive nature"
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What is the story behind the Canadian flag?
In 1964, Lester B. Pearson began a heated debate over the changing of the Canadian flag. He purposed a contest in which Canadians could submit possible designs for the flag and a final flag would be chosen from them. Hundreds of designs were submitted, and on February 15, 1965 the current version of the flag was chosen.
How were the colors chosen for the Canadian flag?
The creator of the flag chose white because it represents peace, and honesty, and because the red represents hardiness, strength, bravery, and valour.
When was the flag of Canada chosen?
The Maple Leaf flag was chosen in 1967.
When was the Canadian flag established?
The present Canadian flag was established in 1965.
What does the leaf on the Canadian flag?
The leaf on the Canadian flag - is a Maple leaf.
What does the blue represent on the Canadian flag?
The Canadian flag does not have anything blue.
What was the first Canadian flag in the Earth?
The first flag was the Flag of France at the time of Jacques Cartier. The first flag after the Canadian Federation was founded was the Canadian Red Ensign.
How were the colors for the Canadian flag chosen?
Because the creator had white represent peace, and honesty and red represent hardiness, strength, bravery, and valour.
What is Canadian flag called?
It is called "Red Ensign". The Ontario's flag is called "Red Ensign".
What year was the Canadian flag introduced?
The present Canadian flag was introduced in 1965.
Canadian flag facts?
The Canadian Flag was made on October 22, 1964
How many leaves are there on the Canadian flag?
There is only 1 leaf on the Canadian Flag which is a maple leaf. It is in the middle of the flag.
