Study topic
Canadian national symbols
Canada's national symbols appear throughout the citizenship test. Knowing when and why each was adopted gives you the context to answer related questions with confidence.
Key facts to remember
- ◆ The maple leaf flag was adopted on February 15, 1965.
- ◆ "O Canada" became the official national anthem in 1980.
- ◆ The beaver is an official symbol of Canada, representing its history in the fur trade.
- ◆ The coat of arms of Canada features the Royal Union Flag, the fleur-de-lis, and a sprig of maple leaves.
- ◆ The national colours of Canada are red and white.
Remembrance Day (November 11) and Canada Day (July 1) are both national holidays with specific significance tested on the exam.