OTTAWA — A group of young skaters carried a gigantic Canadian flag down Ottawa’s Rideau Canal Friday morning to help kick off events marking the 60th anniversary of Canada’s celebrated banner.

The national flag marking its 60th birthday Saturday was adopted in 1965 under the government of Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson.{ai:summary}<p>Young skaters paraded a large Canadian flag along Ottawa’s Rideau Canal to launch celebrations for the 60th anniversary of the national flag. The event highlights the significance and pride associated with Canada's iconic symbol. #culture</p>

Rideau Canal skaters kick off Flag Day celebrations: 'Something we should be so proud of'

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