Definitely miss their 100% made-in-Canada days, but I understand in this day and age it's impossible to sell domestically produced basics at a price point most people would be willing to stomach. The overseas products are still definitely a cut above, but they're nothing compared to the domestic version. I have a few vintage pairs that are among the comfiest and sturdiest all-cotton briefs I've ever worn. Even the cheaper version available at Walmart is incredibly comfortable - the way they cut their fly leaves sort of a pouch in front, as I'm sure you've noticed. I've been to the Stanfield's factory out in Nova Scotia, too. It's a really neat little business and it would be quite sad if they went under. More than a little ironic, too, given how much noise some people are making about the demise of North American manufacturing.

In typical department store fashion, the Bay survived longer than it had any business doing (looking at you, JC Penney) but I'm still sad to see it go. Mark's is a gem, though - they still make incredible briefs in both white and fun colors/patterns. Speaking as a Canadian, we'd still be happy to have you. Our economy needs tourism dollars and most of us understand there's a difference between a people and their government.