Canada’s National Flag, characterized by its simplicity with red and white hues and a solitary maple leaf, carries profound significance in Canadian history, embodying pride and strength. The adoption of this iconic and unique design is marked by a royal proclamation signed by Queen Elizabeth II on January 28, and the flag’s first raising on Parliament Hill on February 15.
| Independent | Yes |
|---|---|
| Country codes | CA, CAN (ISO 3166-1) |
| Official name | Canada |
| Capital city | Ottawa |
| Continent | North America |
| Member of | United Nations, NATO, Commonwealth of Nations, Organization of American States |
| Population | 38,454,327 (2022) |
| Total area | 9,984,670 km2 |
| Highest point | Mount Logan (5 959 m, 19 551 ft) |
| Lowest point | North Atlantic Ocean, Arctic Ocean, North Pacific Ocean |
| GDP per capita | $ 54,966 (World Bank, 2022) |
| Currency | Canadian dollar ($, CAD) |
| Calling code | +1 |
| Internet TLD | .ca |