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In 1964, Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson formed a committee to resolve the issue, sparking a serious debate about a flag change to replace the Union Flag. Out of three choices, the maple leaf design by George Stanley, based on the flag of the Royal Military College of Canada, was selected. The flag made its first official appearance on February 15, 1965; the date is now celebrated annually as National Flag of Canada Day.

The Canadian Red Ensign was in use from the Confederation of Canada in 1867-1965 but during the time the Flag changed alot The Flags used within 1892-1965 Variations of the Canadian Ensign were Authorized by British Authorities and became the de facto(Unofficial) Flag of Canada. Many Flags were Made and sent to parliament for Review and authorization but were all denied.