In 1964, the Canadian parliament adopted a national flag with a red maple leaf on a white background.

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In 1965, Canada adopted the Red Maple Leaf as its new national flag.

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The red oak and maple trees shimmer in gold and red, living up to their legendary reputation as some of the most beautiful fall leaves in the country.

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Along with the Jan. 1 matchup between the Detroit Red Wings and the Toronto Maple Leafs at Michigan Stadium, the league will schedule five additional outdoor games during the 2013-14 season, including two at Yankee Stadium during the week before the Super Bowl, a person familiar with the matter has confirmed.

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The Avalanche leapfrogged over the Detroit Red Wings, Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs to reach third place, up from sixth last year.

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The duchess wore a white dress and red hat - the colours of Canada's flag - and the Queen's maple leaf brooch.

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