The Maple Leaf: Canada's foremost national symbol, used by French-Canadians since the 1700s and displayed on military uniforms and coins.
The Beaver: Symbol of the historic fur trade that stimulated exploration; officially recognized as the animal emblem of Canada in 1975.
The Royal Arms of Canada: Features the national motto: A Mari Usque Ad Mare (Latin for 'From Sea to Sea'), capturing Canada's continental expanse.
The Crown: Symbol of Canadian government, parliament, courts, and the military for over four centuries.
The National Anthem ('O Canada'): Proclaimed the official national anthem in 1980, with lyrics in English and French.
Royal Anthem: 'God Save the King'.
The Victoria Cross: Canada's highest award for valour in the face of the enemy.
Parliament Buildings & The Peace Tower: Situated on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, completed in the 1920s; the Peace Tower contains the Memorial Chamber and the Books of Remembrance.