National Flag of Canada Day
Held on 15 February, the anniversary of the day in 1965 when the maple leaf flag was first raised on Parliament Hill.
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Last checked20 October 2026
First held1996
About the day
The national flag was raised for the first time at noon on 15 February 1965, and the day was formally declared in 1996. Canadian Heritage encourages people to fly the flag and learn its history.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Monday 15 February 2027 | Canada | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Tuesday 15 February 2028 | Canada | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Thursday 15 February 2029 | Canada | Same date every year |
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