
Flag of Ontario - Wikipedia
The flag of Ontario is a defacement of the Canadian Red Ensign, which had been the de facto national flag of Canada from 1867 to 1965. The flag is a red field with the Royal Union Flag in …
Flag of Ontario | Meaning, History & Redesign | Britannica
flag of Ontario Canadian provincial flag consisting of a red field (background) bearing the Union Jack as its canton and the provincial shield at its fly end; the shield features a Cross of St. …
Symbols of Ontario - Wikipedia
Ontario is a province of Canada that has established several official emblems and symbols to reflect the province's history, natural resources, and its people. In addition to official symbols, …
Ontario (ON) - Facts, Flags and Symbols - Canada.ca
Ontario adopted the white trillium (Trillium grandiflorum), also known as the wake-robin and the white lily, as its official flower in 1937.
The eastern white pine (Pinus strobus linnaeus) has been heavily used in Ontario since the pioneer days. The province adopted the tree as its official symbol on May 1, 1984, after much …
Ontario Flag and Description - WorldAtlas
The flag of Ontario was officially adopted in 1965. Like the Manitoba flag it recalls and preserves the original Canadian Red Ensign , one featuring a bright red field and the Union Jack. The …
The History of the Ontario Flag: A Proud Provincial Emblem
Dec 8, 2024 · The Ontario Flag, officially known as the Flag of Ontario, is a symbol of the province’s heritage, identity, and enduring connection to its history. Featuring the iconic Union …
Ontario Flag | Legislative Assembly of Ontario
Ontario’s official flag was adopted in 1965. The flag includes the Union Jack, representing Ontario’s roots as a part of the British Empire, and Ontario’s Shield of Arms, symbolizing the …
Ontario — Canadian Vexillology
Feb 3, 2025 · The flag of Ontario is a 2:1 red field featuring the Union Jack in the upper left canton, symbolizing Ontario’s historical ties to Britain. To the right of the Union Jack is the …
Flag of Ontario explained - Everything Explained Today
What is the Flag of Ontario? The flag of Ontario is a defaced Red Ensign, with the Royal Union Flag in the canton and the Ontario shield of arms in the fly.