The 11-point Maple Leaf can be easily slapped on any logo as a national ... stand out as a symbol of Canada. Compare that to, say, Japan. The Japanese flag similarly scores points for boldness ...

Bill Hawke, 83, had not flown his flag for several years but decided to do it this year. “It represents the importance of Canada and its democracy,” the retired investment advisor said.

OTTAWA - A group of Canadian senators is sharing views on the country's flag, with some calling it a symbol of pride and togetherness, and others saying it represents Canada's growth. OTTAWA – A ...