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The National Flag Of Canada
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Posted On :
May-13-2011
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The world has a good number of flags, including European flags, representing the different respective countries that we have in the world today.
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The world has a good number of flags, including European flags, representing the different respective countries that we have in the world today. Only a small handful of flags do not have their uniquely designed banner or flag. This article describes the national Canadian flag, which is hoisted on small and tall flag poles throughout the Canadian territories.
The two main colors used on this beautiful triband are red and white. The so called maple leaf is red whereas the respective shapes are both red and white. The two featured vertical stripes on each side of the flag are of the same size. The square in the middle is white and features the red colored maple leaf.
Before official introduction and adoption of the national flag of Canada, the so called "Union Flag" was hoisted on flagpoles. The current design of the flag came forth during the 1900-s and was officially accepted during the sixties, following much political debate that started in '64. The idea of flying a distinct flag was not practiced till the 40-s, when it became more of an approved practice.
Canada truly is a hiker's paradise. The countryside is very much diverse and features beautiful scenery. Interestingly, the border between the United States and Canada is the longest border in the Americas, and some have even claimed it to be the longest in the world.
After political activities triggered a resolution proposing a new national flag on behalf of Canada, and following its passing by the 2 respective houses of government, a specific proclamation was created that was signed by the Queen of England, the Prime Minister as well as the Attorney General using a selection of different inks and pens.
Unlike their neighbors in the south, Canada has no specific law(s) indicating how the national flag is to be flown from residential and commercial flag poles, and other uses. The only guidelines in existence are those specifying the use of the flag in combination with other flags. Up to this day, it has been generally accepted that the flag itself can be displayed from or around any building that operates on behalf of the government of Canada.
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Travel and Leisure
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Destinations
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