The Canadian flag has become a common sight, displayed as a show of Canadian patriotism in the face of Trump’s tariffs and annexation threats. But just a few years ago, it would’ve signalled something very different. Christopher Cheung reports the flag’s whiplash of meanings. Christopher reports on urban issues with The Tyee. Published March 31, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/03/31/Whiplash-Feelings-Maple-Leaf/

A Whiplash of Feelings about the Maple Leaf

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