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Canadians celebrate flag day in defiance of U.S. annexation threat

Canadians marked the 60th anniversary of their flag on February 15, 2025, with heightened patriotism due to U.S. President Donald Trump's threats regarding tariffs and statehood suggestions.
Deborah Weismiller, 69, expressed her pride by displaying a flag for the first time, stating, "We share a passion for our country... Driven to announce it loudly and clearly."
An open letter from five former prime ministers encouraged Canadians to fly their flags proudly, stating, "Canada, the true north, strong and free, the best country in the world, is worth celebrating and fighting for."
A Leger poll indicated that 85% of Canadians feel proud to be Canadian, with increased flag sales noted by local businesses following Trump's comments.

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The Hill Times

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The battle to be Canada's flag-bearer

Canadians will continue to boycott U.S. products, cancel trips down south, drop Netflix, Amazon, and Apple TV subscriptions, and wait for someone to lead the parade they have already started. Flags flying high.

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El Financiero

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Trudeau and former Canadian prime ministers deliver message to Trump: ‘If they corner us, we will defend ourselves’

Canada celebrated the 60th anniversary of its red-white flag with the maple leaf, with events throughout the territory this Saturday, February 15 that have become acts of defiance against the threats of annexation of President Donald Trump. In a message to the people, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau referred to Trump’s threats without directly mentioning the American politician, and expressed his optimism for the future of the country. “Considerin…

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jambalayanews.com

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Canada celebrates its flag, defying threats of annexation

Canada on Saturday celebrated the 60th anniversary of its national flag, the iconic red and white maple leaf, with events across the country.

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Windsor Star

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Windsor celebrates Flag Day with downtown gathering at 5 p.m.

Those who want to engage in an evening of patriotic fervour can head downtown today for a celebration of Flag Day at the Pelissier Street Parking Garage.

2 months ago·Windsor, Canada

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