Canadians: I Need Your Help!

[Bond]

So, I am doing a presentation in one of my business classes this week on "The Canadian Backpack and Flag."

My assigned reading claims Canadians often sew your national flag onto backpacks as a showing of pride, and also frequently sew the flag onto other apparel. I am wondering if this is true or not?

If possible, I would also like your view on Canadian nationalism: how you view your country, your perception of your country, etc.

If you could also give me your view on American and Canadian-American relations that would be great as well.

I've read a lot of academic pieces by Americans on Canadian culture, but I really wanted a first-hand knowledge of your culture.

Witty comments would be the best.