The creation of a new flag stirred a... - Historica Canada

Did you know? Canada’s red-and-white maple leaf flag was first raised on Parliament Hill at the stroke of noon on February 15, 1965. That date—February 15—was officially proclaimed National Flag of Canada Day in 1996. The four coins in this fractional set are all double dated to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Canada’s maple leaf flag (“1965 2025”). Learn more at the New Releases link in our bio. | Royal Canadian Mint / Monnaie royale canadienne

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