July 1 is Canada Day... in years past it was known as Dominion Day, because it marks a significant landmark of the history of Canadian independence and celebrates the anniversary of the confederation. In 1965 Queen Elizabeth II (the Queen of Canada) proclaimed The Maple Leaf Flag as the official flag of Canada, instead of the Union Jack (the British Flag). There was much debate over changing the flag to be more representational of Canada... but it finally happened. Supposedly the colours of red and white were suggested for Canada because they had been the colours of both France and England, and utilizing both colours, connected Quebec (and the French connection) with the rest of English speaking Canada, an attempt to appease both groups of Canadians and create a unified whole.
Happy Canada Day on July 1, may we stay united!
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