Somewhat common in Brazil, but nowadays the nationalistic far rights are the only ones who fly it
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In Canada it’s traditionally only been around sporting events, mostly hockey. In the last maybe 10 years or so, though, it’s gotten a lot more common, mostly because of nationalist assholes. It’s at the point now where if someone is flying it and there isn’t a Canadian team playing in something, I assume the person is a piece of shit.
I am from western MA, USA. Other than outside of government buildings, I can't recall when the last time I saw a flag was. Occasional flag bumper stickers are a thing, but actual, flying flags? Not really.
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It's very uncommon in France (except if a big event is going on). And if I see someone fly the flag, my first thought would be that they are a far right nationalist.
In my country we fly our flag when we win important football matches.