Giant Canadian flag carved into frozen B.C. lake in patriotic display
A group of residents in British Columbia’s Okanagan region braved the cold weather to create a stunning display of patriotism. They spent hours meticulously sculpting a frozen Canadian flag on Ellison Lake, just north of Kelowna. The flag, measuring nearly 100 meters by 25 meters, was large enough to be visible from airplanes flying to and from the nearby Kelowna airport.
The mastermind behind the project was Stuart Sutton, who used his home tape measure to map out the design. Over the course of two days, about a dozen friends and neighbors joined him to bring the idea to life. Their dedication to preserving Canada’s heritage and way of life was evident in their hard work and attention to detail.
On Flag Day, dozens of people gathered on the ice to sing “O Canada” and celebrate the patriotic display. The event was part of a nationwide initiative to “show the flag as never before,” spurred by recent tensions with the United States over tariffs and discussions of making Canada a 51st state.
Recent polls have shown a significant increase in national pride across Canada, with more people expressing pride in being Canadian. This sentiment was echoed by Maggie Graham, one of the participants in the Flag Day celebration. She waved Canada’s iconic maple leaf flag proudly, emphasizing the importance of unity and appreciation for their Canadian identity.
The heartwarming display on Ellison Lake serves as a reminder of the values and traditions that Canadians hold dear. It is a testament to the strong sense of community and pride that unites people in the face of challenges and uncertainties. The frozen Canadian flag will stand as a symbol of resilience and unity for all who see it, a beacon of hope in difficult times.
