February 15, 1965 That was the day, 60 years ago that the newly-christened Canadian Flag, “The Maple Leaf” was flown for the first time on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa Ontario.
Join me as I look into the history of one of the most recognizable flags in the world.
Check out the ceremony that took place on that day here: https://www.nfb.ca/film/february_15_1965_raising_canadas_new_flag/
Find out more about the history of that flag here: https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/flag-canada-history.html
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