Giant Canadian flag on Grouse Mountain part of world record attempt

Grouse Mountain Resort has unfurled what it says is the largest Canadian flag ever displayed on a mountain. (CTV News)

A new landmark is visible over the Vancouver skyline, and its creators expect it will earn a place in the Guinness Book of World Records.

Grouse Mountain Resort has unfurled what it says is the largest Canadian flag ever displayed on a mountain as part of an effort to welcome visitors to the city for the FIFA World Cup.

The flag measures 160 metres by 80 metres—roughly the size of two football fields—and weighs approximately 3,000 pounds.

More than 70 people were involved in the installation on a ski run overlooking the city, surpassing the previous record of 140 metres by 70 metres, according to the resort.

“This is a moment designed to be seen not just from the mountain, but from across the city, from the sky, and around the world,” said Adam Rootman, the senior director of marketing at Grouse Mountain Resort, in a statement.

“As Vancouver welcomes international visitors, we wanted to put our support behind the home squad in a way that is truly unforgettable.”

The mountain resort says adjudication is “imminent” to confirm the world record.