The flag of Manitoba consists of a Red Ensign defaced with the shield of the provincial coat of arms, adopted in 1965 shortly after the new national flag was inaugurated. Its adoption was intended to maintain the legacy of the Canadian Red Ensign as the country's unofficial flag after the adoption of the Maple Leaf Flag in 1965.

Lamenting the demise of the Canadian Red Ensign, its proponents in those regions endeavored to have it modified as a provincial flag. Resistance to the new national flag was most vociferous in the rural areas of Manitoba and Ontario. Consequently, both provinces chose to incorporate the Red Ensign into their official flags. In Manitoba, Maitland Steinkopf – the Provincial Secretary at the time – favored a contest to design a provincial flag from scratch. In order to meet halfway with those who wanted to utilize the Canadian Red Ensign as Manitoba's flag without modification, the Red Ensign was selected but the provincial shield was employed instead of the national one.

This lightweight classic tee is super-soft and destined to become your next go-to. Unisex with a regular fit, if you land between sizes we suggest sizing up unless you prefer an athletic fit.

• Solid colors are 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Heather colors are cotton/poly blends
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz
• Pre-shrunk fabric

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so good on you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!