Newfoundland

In many Newfoundlanders minds, the history of their province has been marked by challenge. In Jerry Bannister's "Making History: Cultural Memory in Twentieth Century Newfoundland", he discusses how Newfoundland's historical memory is surrounded by the thought of past and future struggle and conflict. The pink, white and green flag is a symbol of this conflicted past, and a feeling of unity for the future.

Sr. John FitzGerald discusses the history of the flag on the website Pink, White and Green: A Revolution. The flag, which became popular during the mid-nineteenth century, was designed to show the connection of Newfoundland's past to Ireland and England, bringing them together. Though it is not an official symbol for Newfoundland, it is used by many as an independent icon. Another article posted on the website is an article published in the Independent newspaper, discussing Danny Williams desire to bring the issue of changing the provincial flag to Parliament.

The use of the flag is also supported by Newfoundland's Premier Danny Williams and his conservative government. Williams has helped to turn around the economy of the province. as well as bring new pride and a sense of nationalism for the province, which the flag symbolizes. The desire to change the flag is another symbol of the changing atmosphere of the province that is deeply tied to its history and which feels separated from the rest of the country.