HTML5 Canvas: addChild and position

Hey Guys
I have an item on the stage called 'square1', I have added a symbol from the library and given it the name 'circle1'.
I wish to position circle1 at the exact location of square1, my question is - how would I go about doing that?
Thanks

Knowing JavaScript is going to be essential for you to use Canvas. If you really don't want to get your hands into the code you should do your best with the timeline.
If you're ready to take the canvas plunge then JavaScript has to become a tool for you. The second page of what I linked would show you that for almost every bit of ActionScript you might be used to, there's a translation over to JavaScript that's necessary. So every time you go to do something you're going to be right back here.
The best option just might be for you to take a look at EaselJS. There's lots of very simple demos that can get you started with HTML5/Canvas and will give you answers you want in Flash. Take a look:
CreateJS | A suite of Javascript libraries and tools designed for working with HTML5

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