many of the veterans organizations like the Royal Canadian Legion were among those who fought the introduction of the flag. They had fought and lost comrades under the Ensign, they felt those sacrifices would be diminished by the flag. Many called it the "Pearson Banner".

By the time I joined the Legion in the 70s it was God help anyone who misused the Maple Leaf. I was taught proper flag etiquette by the same guys who had fought against its adoptions. So, they did adapt.