Custom Performance T-Shirts. Moisture-Wicking Athletic Tees, Custom Printed in Canada

The Soft Polyester Revolution

The Core 365 CE111 is the performance tee that solved polyester's biggest problem, scratchiness. Built from 4.7 oz 100% polyester with ChromaSoft technology, the CE111 delivers a hand feel that rivals premium ring-spun cotton while maintaining all the moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance benefits of synthetic fabric. For years, the knock on polyester was that it felt cheap and plasticky next to skin. The CE111's ChromaSoft finish eliminates that complaint entirely, making it the go-to choice for custom performance t-shirts where comfort is non-negotiable.

Specs and Construction

• Weight: 4.7 oz per sq yard, lightweight performance construction
• Fabric: 100% polyester with ChromaSoft hand feel
• Colors: 16+ colors covering corporate neutrals and vibrant sport shades
• Construction: Side-seamed, tear-away label for easy rebranding
• Price: Starting from $8.57 CAD

Ideal Use Cases for the CE111

The CE111 excels in scenarios where the wearer needs to look polished while staying cool and dry. Corporate events in Toronto and Montreal where branded shirts need to feel premium. Team uniforms where athletes will wear the same shirt for hours. Trade show staff apparel that needs to look sharp under venue lighting. Branded merchandise programs where the shirt quality directly reflects brand perception. The side-seamed construction prevents torque and twisting after washing, keeping the garment looking new through repeated use.

Printing on the CE111

The ChromaSoft fabric provides an excellent surface for screen printing with low-bleed inks and sublimation on lighter colorways. The tear-away label makes it easy to add custom neck labels for a fully branded experience. The Core 365 CE111 is also available in a ladies fit, the CE111W, with the same ChromaSoft technology in a tailored silhouette. For organizations ordering matching staff or team apparel across Vancouver and Calgary, both cuts maintain identical color consistency across the full size range.

Ultra-Lightweight Zone Performance Fabric

The Team 365 TT11 is engineered for athletes and outdoor teams who demand maximum breathability in the lightest possible package. At just 3.8 oz of 100% polyester Zone performance fabric, the TT11 is one of the lightest performance tees in our catalog, barely there on the body, yet built with serious moisture-wicking technology and UV protection rated UPF 15+. When summer training hits in Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver, the TT11 is the shirt that keeps athletes cool instead of cooking them under the sun.

Specs and Color Range

• Weight: 3.8 oz per sq yard, ultra-lightweight performance
• Fabric: 100% polyester Zone performance with UPF 15+ UV protection
• Colors: 20+ colors including sport-specific shades (Sport Kelly, Sport Royal, Sport Maroon, and more)
• Construction: Moisture-wicking, odor-resistant, antimicrobial properties
• Price: Starting from $8.95 CAD

Built for Hot-Weather Sports

The TT11's extensive color palette includes sport-specific colors that match league and team requirements, no more settling for "close enough" when your league mandates specific jersey shades. Soccer teams, basketball programs, running clubs, and outdoor event organizers in Montreal and across Canada choose the TT11 because it delivers genuine athletic performance at a fraction of the price of name-brand athletic wear. The UV protection makes it especially valuable for outdoor training, field days, and charity runs where participants spend hours under direct sunlight.

Full Family of Fits

The Team 365 TT11 is available in a complete family of fits: the TT11W ladies version with a tailored cut, and the TT11Y youth version sized for young athletes. All three share the same Zone performance fabric, identical color options, and matching color consistency, so a Toronto minor hockey association can outfit coaches, parents, and players in the same shade without any visible variation between adult and youth garments. For multi-size team orders, this consistency is invaluable.

Canadian-Made Performance for Teams and Corporations

The ATC S350 is the Pro Team performance tee from Authentic T-Shirt Company, a proudly Canadian brand that understands what Canadian teams, businesses, and organizations need from their athletic apparel. At 3.8 oz of 100% polyester with a self-fabric crew neck and set-in sleeves, the S350 delivers a clean, professional silhouette that works equally well on the field and in the office. For sports leagues in Toronto and Vancouver, corporate wellness programs in Calgary, and team-building events in Montreal, the S350 is the all-around performance tee that handles every scenario.

Specs and Construction

• Weight: 3.8 oz per sq yard, lightweight and breathable
• Fabric: 100% polyester with moisture-wicking finish
• Colors: 19 colors including team-friendly shades
• Construction: Self-fabric crew neck, set-in sleeves, double-needle hems
• Price: Starting from $10.95 CAD

The ATC Performance Family

The S350 is the anchor of a complete performance apparel family from ATC. The L350 Ladies version is available at the same $10.95 CAD price point with a feminine fit and identical fabric specifications. The S350LS Long Sleeve extends the Pro Team line into cooler-weather territory, also at $10.95 CAD, providing seamless matching between short and long sleeve versions for organizations that need both options. This family consistency is a major advantage for teams and corporations placing mixed orders across sizes and sleeve lengths.

Why Choose the S350?

The ATC S350 hits the sweet spot between performance, color selection, and price for organizations that need a reliable custom performance t-shirt in volume. With 19 colors available, it covers the vast majority of team and brand color requirements. The self-fabric crew neck gives it a slightly more polished appearance than contrast-neck alternatives, making it appropriate for corporate environments where athletic fabric is needed but a professional look is expected. Sports leagues, run clubs, cycling teams, and corporate wellness committees across Canada rely on the S350 as their go-to performance blank.

The Most Affordable Performance Tee in Canada

The ATC S05650 Sprint delivers performance fabric at a price point that makes it accessible for any budget, starting at just $5.11 CAD. Built from a 50/50 cotton/polyester blend, the S05650 combines the soft, familiar feel of cotton with the moisture-wicking and quick-drying properties of polyester. It's the best-of-both-worlds performance tee that doesn't force you to choose between comfort and function, or between quality and budget.

Why 50/50 Blends Work

A 50/50 cotton/polyester blend gives you cotton's natural softness and breathability paired with polyester's durability, shape retention, and moisture management. The cotton component absorbs initial perspiration and feels familiar against skin, while the polyester fibers wick that moisture outward and accelerate drying. For charity runs in Toronto, school sports days in Montreal, and community events in Vancouver where large group orders need to stay within tight budgets, the S05650 delivers genuine performance at a price typically associated with basic cotton tees.

Ideal for Large Group Orders

At $5.11 CAD, the ATC S05650 is the clear winner for budget-conscious teams and organizations ordering 50, 100, or 500+ custom performance t-shirts. Available in 6 core colors covering essential neutrals and team shades, the S05650 handles screen printing and DTG beautifully, the cotton content provides excellent ink adhesion while the polyester prevents the heavy, saturated feel that plagues pure cotton shirts after a long event day. For Calgary corporate fun runs, charity walk-a-thons, and summer camp programs, the Sprint 50/50 is the performance tee that fits the budget without compromising on comfort.

The Dye Migration Challenge

Screen printing on polyester introduces a unique technical challenge that doesn't exist with cotton: dye migration. Polyester fabrics are colored using sublimation dyes that are heat-sensitive, when you apply screen printing ink and cure it with heat (which is required to make the ink permanent), those sublimation dyes can reactivate, bleed through the ink layer, and discolor your print. A bright white print on a red polyester tee can turn pink. A yellow print on a navy shirt can shift to green. It's the single biggest quality issue in performance fabric decoration, and it's why choosing an experienced printer matters.

How T-Shirt Elephant Prevents Dye Migration

T-Shirt Elephant uses low-bleed inks specifically formulated for polyester and performance fabrics. These inks cure at lower temperatures than standard plastisol, minimizing the heat exposure that triggers dye migration. Our production team in Toronto and Vancouver tests every garment-ink combination before running full orders, catching potential migration issues before they reach your finished product. For darker garment colors, we apply an additional underbase layer, a white ink foundation printed beneath your design color, that acts as a barrier between the garment dye and your visible print.

Best Practices for Performance Screen Printing

Screen printing works best on performance tees with designs of 1–4 ink colors. Bold logos, team names, event graphics, and sponsor placements all translate perfectly to screen-printed polyester. The flat, smooth surface of performance fabric actually produces sharper screen print edges than textured cotton, delivering clean detail that looks professional from a distance and up close. For orders of 24+ units, screen printing remains the most cost-effective decoration method per shirt.

Which Performance Blanks Print Best?

All of our custom performance t-shirts are compatible with screen printing, but lighter garment colors present the lowest risk of dye migration. White and athletic grey performance tees require no underbase and print with the widest color accuracy. For darker shades, the Core 365 CE111 and ATC S350 have both proven reliable with low-bleed ink systems across hundreds of orders for teams in Montreal and Calgary. For a comprehensive comparison of all decoration methods, visit our screen printing vs DTF vs embroidery guide.

Sublimation Printing. Edge-to-Edge Full Color

Sublimation printing is the ultimate decoration method for 100% polyester performance tees. The process uses heat to convert solid dye into gas, which penetrates the polyester fibers and bonds permanently at the molecular level. The result is vibrant, full-color, edge-to-edge prints with absolutely zero hand feel, the print becomes part of the fabric itself. Sublimation prints will never crack, peel, or fade because the dye is literally inside the fiber, not sitting on top of it. For sports teams in Toronto and Vancouver ordering full-color jerseys, sublimation on the Team 365 TT11 or Core 365 CE111 produces professional-grade results.

The limitation: sublimation only works on white or very light-colored 100% polyester fabrics. The dye is transparent, it cannot print white, so it relies on the garment's base color to provide the white areas of your design. Dark garment colors will overpower the sublimation dye. For white polyester performance tees, however, sublimation is unmatched.

DTG (Direct to Garment). Photographic Detail on Blends

DTG printing uses inkjet technology to spray water-based ink directly into fabric fibers, producing photographic-quality prints with unlimited colors and fine detail. While sublimation is limited to 100% polyester, DTG works beautifully on poly-cotton blends like the ATC S05650 at 50/50. The cotton content in blended fabrics absorbs DTG ink effectively, producing rich, saturated prints with sharp detail. DTG excels for small-batch orders, personalized designs, and artwork with complex gradients or photographic elements that screen printing cannot reproduce.

Heat Transfers and Vinyl. Names, Numbers, and Small Logos

Heat transfer vinyl is the preferred method for individual names, jersey numbers, and small one-off logos on performance tees. The vinyl is cut to shape, heat-pressed onto the fabric, and bonds firmly to polyester surfaces. It's ideal for sports teams in Calgary and Montreal that need each player's name and number personalized, a scenario where screen printing would be impractical and costly. Heat transfers also work well for single-piece samples, rush orders, and promotional items where setup costs need to stay minimal.

When to Use Each Method

• Choose sublimation for full-color, all-over prints on white/light 100% polyester, zero hand feel, permanent bonding
• Choose DTG for photographic or multi-color designs on poly-cotton blends, best for quantities under 24
• Choose heat transfer/vinyl for individual names, numbers, and small logos, cost-effective personalization
• Choose screen printing for 1–4 color designs on any performance fabric, most cost-effective at 24+ units

Embroidering Lightweight Performance Fabrics

Embroidery on performance t-shirts adds a premium, tactile dimension that printed decoration cannot replicate. The raised texture of embroidery thread communicates quality and permanence, it's the decoration method that corporate brands in Toronto and Montreal choose when their logo needs to convey professionalism on athletic apparel. However, lightweight performance fabrics (3.8–4.7 oz) require careful handling during embroidery. Proper stabilization with tear-away or cut-away backing is essential to prevent the fabric from puckering, stretching, or distorting around dense stitch patterns.

Stitch Count and Placement

On lightweight moisture-wicking fabrics, our digitizing team reduces stitch density compared to heavyweight cotton embroidery. Fewer, more precisely placed stitches prevent the needle from pulling the stretchy polyester fabric out of alignment while still producing crisp, professional logos. The best embroidery placements on performance tees are left chest (the classic corporate logo position), right chest, and sleeves, areas where the fabric sits flat against the body and embroidery stays smooth and visible.

Best Performance Blanks for Embroidery

Heavier performance styles hold embroidery better than ultra-lightweight options. The ATC S350 and Core 365 CE111 at 4.7 oz provide enough fabric density to anchor embroidery stitches firmly, resulting in clean, pucker-free logos that maintain their shape through washing and daily wear. For sports teams and corporate groups in Vancouver and Calgary that want embroidered crests or logos on performance apparel, these two blanks are our top recommendations.

Free Digitizing Review on Every Order

Every embroidery order at T-Shirt Elephant includes a free digitizing review, our team evaluates your artwork and optimizes the stitch file specifically for the performance fabric and placement you've selected. This ensures your logo embroiders cleanly on lightweight polyester, with stitch density, underlay, and pathing all calibrated for the specific blank. No surprise puckering, no thread breaks, no do-overs. Submit your logo and our team handles the technical work.

Understanding the Two Performance Categories

Every custom performance t-shirt in our catalog falls into one of two fabric categories: 100% polyester or poly-cotton blend. Both wick moisture and outperform traditional cotton, but they do it differently and each has distinct advantages depending on your project requirements. Choosing the right category upfront saves you from compromises later, whether you're outfitting a sports league in Toronto, a corporate team in Vancouver, or a charity event in Montreal.

100% Polyester: Maximum Athletic Performance

Our 100% polyester options, the Team 365 TT11, Core 365 CE111, and ATC S350, deliver the highest level of moisture-wicking performance. Pure polyester moves sweat faster, dries quicker, and weighs less than any blended alternative. These shirts are the clear choice for competitive sports, outdoor events in hot weather, and any application where keeping the wearer dry is the top priority. They're also the only option for sublimation printing, which requires polyester fiber to bond with the dye.

Poly-Cotton Blends: Comfort Meets Function

The ATC S05650 at 50/50 cotton/polyester represents the blended approach, cotton's natural softness and familiar feel combined with polyester's moisture management and durability. Blends feel more like a traditional t-shirt against the skin, which some wearers prefer. They also accept screen printing and DTG ink more readily than pure polyester, producing bolder, more saturated print colors with less risk of dye migration. At $5.11 CAD, the S05650 is also significantly more affordable than most 100% polyester alternatives.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Making the Right Choice

If your primary concern is athletic performance, keeping runners dry at a Calgary marathon, outfitting a soccer league in Toronto, or dressing event staff working outdoors in summer heat, choose 100% polyester. If your priority is budget, comfort, or print quality for screen-printed designs, charity events, school spirit wear, corporate giveaways, the 50/50 poly-cotton blend delivers exceptional value. Both categories are available with all decoration methods (except sublimation on blends) and ship with no minimum order quantity across Canada.

The Science Behind Moisture-Wicking Fabric

Moisture-wicking technology is the defining feature of every custom performance t-shirt that T-Shirt Elephant carries. Unlike cotton, which absorbs sweat and holds it against your skin, performance polyester fabrics are engineered at the fibre level to move moisture away from the body and spread it across the fabric surface for rapid evaporation. The result is a shirt that keeps the wearer drier, cooler, and more comfortable during physical activity, whether that's a charity 5K in Toronto, a soccer match in Vancouver, or a warehouse shift in Calgary.

Capillary Action & Engineered Fibre Cross-Sections

The core mechanism behind moisture-wicking is capillary action. Performance polyester fibres are manufactured with specially shaped cross-sections, star, cross, or channelled profiles, that create micro-grooves along the length of each fibre. These grooves act as tiny capillary channels that pull moisture through the fabric by surface tension alone, without requiring any energy input. The hydrophilic (water-attracting) inner surface of the fabric draws sweat away from the skin, while the hydrophobic (water-repelling) outer surface spreads the moisture across a wide area where it evaporates quickly into the surrounding air.

Wicking Rates: How Fabrics Compare

Not all performance fabrics wick at the same rate. Lightweight 100% polyester fabrics like the TT11 Zone Performance and CE111 ChromaSoft offer the fastest wicking because their thin, open-knit construction maximizes airflow and surface area for evaporation. Heavier polyester blends like the S05650 Sprint (50/50 cotton-poly) wick more slowly because the cotton component absorbs and retains some moisture. Pure polyester options such as the S350 Pro Team and OE320 OGIO Endurance deliver the most consistent wicking performance across extended wear.

Who Benefits Most From Moisture-Wicking

Athletes and sports teams are the obvious beneficiaries, but moisture-wicking technology serves a much broader audience. Outdoor workers in Edmonton and Winnipeg stay more comfortable during long shifts. Event participants at charity runs in Montreal and Ottawa appreciate shirts that don't cling with sweat after the finish line. Corporate teams at outdoor retreats and trade shows stay looking professional instead of visibly overheated. Every style of custom performance t-shirt in our catalogue uses this technology to deliver all-day comfort regardless of the activity level.

Maintaining Wicking Performance

Proper care preserves wicking performance through dozens of wash cycles. Avoid fabric softener, it coats the engineered fibre channels and clogs the capillary structure that makes wicking work. Wash in cold water, tumble dry low, and your custom performance t-shirts will maintain their moisture-management properties through 50+ washes.

Performance T-Shirt Sizing Notes

Performance t-shirt sizing differs from traditional cotton tees. Most performance fabrics have a slightly slimmer, more athletic fit compared to standard cotton blanks. The synthetic knit structure holds its shape better and doesn't stretch out over the day like cotton does. Size ranges vary by style, most run S to 4XL, with select styles offering XS or extending to 6XL. We recommend ordering a sample first to confirm the fit for your team. T-Shirt Elephant has no minimums, so you can order a single shirt to test before committing to a full run.

Pricing by Size Range (CAD)

Pricing shown is for blank (undecorated) garments. Extended sizes (2XL+) carry a modest upcharge due to additional fabric. All prices are in CAD.

Athletic Fit vs Standard Fit

Performance tees like the TT11 Zone and S350 Pro Team are cut for athletic use, slightly tapered through the torso with a closer fit through the sleeves. If your team in Toronto or Vancouver prefers a more relaxed fit, consider sizing up one from your usual cotton tee size. The CE111 ChromaSoft runs slightly roomier than other performance styles, making it a good choice for teams that want comfort without the compression feel.

Colour Highlights

Colour availability varies significantly between performance styles. The TT11 Zone Performance leads the category with 20+ colours including sport-specific shades like Sport Forest, Sport Red, and Sport Royal that are popular with leagues in Calgary, Montreal, and Edmonton. The CE111 ChromaSoft offers 16 colours in a sophisticated range ideal for corporate branding. The S350 Pro Team provides 19 colours covering both classic and vibrant options. Need help matching your brand colour? Contact our team and we'll recommend the closest stock match.

Blank Pricing Overview (CAD)

All prices below are for blank (undecorated) custom performance t-shirts. Performance t-shirt pricing Canada varies based on fabric composition, brand, and construction quality. Decoration costs are added per piece depending on the print method you choose. Volume discounts are available at higher quantities, with the best per-unit rates for teams and organizations ordering 48+ pieces across Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, and all of Canada.

Decoration Cost Breakdown

The total cost of a custom performance t-shirt combines the blank garment price with your chosen decoration method. Printing adds $5-$15 per shirt depending on the method, number of colours, and print locations. Performance polyester works exceptionally well with screen printing and DTG for vibrant, durable graphics.

• Screen Printing: Most economical at scale. Starts around $5-$8 per shirt for a one-colour print, drops significantly at 48+ and 144+ quantities
• DTG (Direct-to-Garment): $8-$15 per shirt depending on print size and colour complexity. Ideal for full-colour photos and small runs
• Embroidery: $6-$12 per piece depending on stitch count and placement. Excellent for chest logos on corporate performance wear

Volume Discounts

The more you order, the lower the per-unit cost. Volume pricing kicks in at 24+ pieces, with deeper discounts at 48+, 72+, and 144+ quantities. For sports leagues in Edmonton, corporate teams in Ottawa, and organizations across Canada ordering for full rosters or departments, consolidating your order into a single run delivers the best value.

No Minimums & Free Shipping

T-Shirt Elephant has no minimums on any performance t-shirt order. Need a single sample? Order one. Need 500 for a tournament? We'll quote volume pricing. All orders over $250 CAD ship free across Canada. Performance tees range from $5.11 (S05650 Sprint) to $20.00 (OE320 OGIO Endurance), so there's a price point for every budget. Bulk discounts available, contact us for a custom quote.

The Go-To Shirt for Competitive & Recreational Sports

Custom performance t-shirts are the standard for sports teams at every level across Canada. From recreational soccer leagues in Toronto to competitive basketball programs in Vancouver, performance tees deliver the moisture management, durability, and professional appearance that athletes expect. The TT11 Zone Performance and S350 Pro Team are the two most popular choices for team orders, offering the best balance of quality, colour selection, and price.

Sports That Demand Performance Fabric

Any sport that involves sustained physical activity benefits from moisture-wicking performance fabric over cotton. Cotton absorbs sweat and gets heavy, while polyester performance tees stay light and dry throughout the game.

• Soccer: Practice jerseys, warm-up shirts, and tournament tees for clubs in Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal
• Basketball: Shooting shirts, practice wear, and league uniforms for recreational and competitive programs
• Volleyball: Warm-up tees and practice shirts where freedom of movement and breathability are critical
• Running & Track: Race-day shirts, training gear, and charity run apparel that participants will actually reuse
• Baseball & Softball: Practice shirts, dugout tees, and fan merchandise for leagues across Calgary and Edmonton
• Recreational leagues: Adult recreational sports in every major Canadian city, hockey beer leagues, dodgeball, ultimate frisbee, and kickball

Practice Jerseys & Tournament Apparel

The TT11 Zone Performance at $8.95 is the most popular practice jersey in our catalogue. With 20+ sport-specific colours, teams can match their league colours precisely. The flat-knit polyester takes screen printing beautifully and holds up to weekly washing all season long. For tournaments, many teams order matching performance tees with event names and dates, a keepsake that participants actually wear again because the fabric performs during workouts.

Sleeve Printing for Numbers & Sponsors

Performance tees offer prime real estate for sleeve printing, player numbers on the right sleeve, sponsor logos on the left. This is especially popular with city leagues in Toronto, Calgary, and Winnipeg where sponsor visibility drives league funding. The S350 Pro Team with its slightly heavier 3.8 oz construction provides an excellent print surface for multi-location decoration.

Outfitting Your League

Need to outfit multiple teams in a league? T-Shirt Elephant handles multi-team orders with different colours and names under a single production run. Browse our full performance catalogue to find the right style for your league, or contact us for volume pricing on team orders.

Performance Tees Built for the Corporate World

Corporate performance apparel bridges the gap between professional branding and athletic functionality. Companies across Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, and Montreal trust T-Shirt Elephant to deliver custom performance t-shirts for wellness programs, corporate events, and branded staff uniforms that look sharp and perform under pressure.

Corporate Wellness & Fitness Programs

More Canadian companies are investing in employee wellness, and branded performance tees are a core part of those programs. Custom shirts for company running clubs, lunchtime fitness groups, and wellness challenges create team spirit while giving employees high-quality athletic wear they'll actually use. The CE111 ChromaSoft is the ideal corporate pick, its soft hand-feel and polished appearance project professionalism while delivering full moisture-wicking performance.

Charity Runs & Company Events

Company 5K races, charity fun runs, team-building outdoor activities, and corporate retreats all call for performance fabric. Cotton shirts become uncomfortable quickly during physical activity, but custom performance t-shirts keep participants comfortable from start to finish. The S05650 Sprint at $5.11 is the budget-friendly choice for large corporate events where you need hundreds of shirts without breaking the budget.

• Charity 5K races: Branded performance tees that participants wear long after the event
• Corporate retreats: Team-building activities, outdoor challenges, and adventure days
• Conference swag: Lightweight performance tees that attendees will pack and reuse, not discard
• Trade show giveaways: Stand out from the pile of cotton tees with a premium performance shirt

Staff Uniforms for Gyms & Fitness Centres

Fitness centres, personal training studios, and yoga studios across Edmonton, Ottawa, and Winnipeg need staff uniforms that perform during active instruction. Performance tees with embroidered logos offer a clean, professional look that withstands daily workouts and frequent washing. The S350 Pro Team and TT11 Zone Performance are the top picks for gym staff, durable, breathable, and available in enough colours to match any brand palette.

Why Companies Choose Performance Over Cotton

Corporate buyers are shifting from cotton to performance for a simple reason: perceived value. A performance tee feels more premium than a cotton giveaway shirt, which means employees and event participants are more likely to wear it repeatedly, multiplying your brand impressions. Companies in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and across Canada are making this switch. Get a corporate quote for your next event or uniform program.

Dedicated Cuts for Every Member of Your Team

T-Shirt Elephant carries dedicated ladies performance t-shirts and youth performance t-shirts that offer the same moisture-wicking technology and printing options as our men's styles. No one on your team should have to settle for an ill-fitting unisex shirt, we have purpose-built cuts for everyone from school-age athletes in Toronto to corporate teams in Vancouver.

Ladies Performance Styles

Our ladies cuts are tailored for a feminine fit with contoured side seams, a slightly shorter body length, and narrower shoulders compared to unisex styles. All offer the same moisture-wicking, quick-dry polyester construction.

• TT11W Ladies Zone Performance, $8.95: The ladies counterpart to the TT11, available in matching colours so men's and women's teams coordinate perfectly. 100% polyester, athletic fit, 20+ colours.
• L350 Ladies Pro Team, $10.95: The ladies version of the S350, offering a slightly more relaxed fit with the same durable 100% polyester construction. 19 colours available.
• CE111W Ladies ChromaSoft, $8.57: The softest ladies performance option with a polished look ideal for corporate branding. 100% polyester with a luxurious hand-feel. 16 colours.

Youth Performance Styles

Youth performance tees are sized for school-age athletes and younger team members. The TT11Y Youth Zone Performance delivers the same moisture-wicking technology as the adult version in youth-appropriate sizing. Ideal for school sports teams, children's leagues in Calgary and Edmonton, summer camp programs, and youth athletic events across Canada.

Mix Sizes in a Single Order

T-Shirt Elephant has no minimums, which means you can mix men's, ladies, and youth sizes within a single order. A soccer club in Montreal can order adult men's TT11, ladies TT11W, and youth TT11Y all in the same colour with the same print, one order, one invoice, one shipment. All ladies and youth styles have the same screen printing, DTG, and embroidery options as the men's lineup.

Fit Recommendations

Ladies performance tees generally run true to size. If your team in Ottawa or Winnipeg prefers a looser fit, size up one. Youth sizes correspond to standard children's sizing. We always recommend ordering a sample before committing to a full team order, with no minimums, there's no risk in testing the fit first.

Making Your Performance Tees Last

Performance polyester is one of the most durable fabrics in custom apparel. Unlike cotton, which shrinks, fades, and loses shape over time, polyester performance tees retain their fit, colour, and moisture-wicking properties through dozens of wash cycles. With proper care, your custom performance t-shirts will look and perform like new for years, whether they're worn weekly by a sports team in Toronto or monthly by a corporate team in Calgary.

Washing & Care Instructions

Proper washing is the single most important factor in maintaining the performance properties of polyester tees. Follow these guidelines to maximize the lifespan of your shirts.

• Wash in cold water: Cold water protects both the fabric and any screen-printed or embroidered decoration
• Tumble dry low: High heat can damage polyester fibres and degrade moisture-wicking treatments over time
• Avoid fabric softener: This is the most common mistake. Fabric softener coats the engineered polyester fibres with a waxy residue that clogs the capillary channels responsible for moisture-wicking. Skip the softener entirely.
• Turn inside out: Protects printed and embroidered graphics during the wash cycle
• Don't iron directly on prints: If pressing is needed, iron inside out or use a pressing cloth

Durability Through 50+ Washes

Performance tees maintain their wicking properties through 50+ washes when properly cared for. The polyester fibres resist pilling, stretching, and colour fading far better than cotton. Screen prints and embroidery hold up exceptionally well on polyester surfaces, the smooth, tight-knit fabric provides a stable foundation that resists cracking and peeling.

Travel & Wrinkle Resistance

One often-overlooked advantage of performance polyester is its wrinkle resistance. Performance tees can be packed in a suitcase for tournaments in Vancouver, conferences in Montreal, or corporate retreats in Edmonton and come out looking sharp without ironing. This makes them ideal for travel-heavy teams, event organizers, and corporate groups that need their branded apparel to look professional on arrival.

When to Replace

Even with excellent care, performance tees eventually show wear. Signs that it's time to reorder: visible pilling on the fabric surface, noticeable loss of wicking performance (shirt stays wet longer), or fading of printed graphics. For weekly-use team shirts, plan to reorder every 1-2 seasons. For occasional-use corporate shirts, they'll last for years.

Free Shipping Custom Tees on Orders Over $250

All orders totalling $250 CAD or more ship free to any address in Canada. This applies to every province and territory, from downtown Toronto to Whitehorse. Performance t-shirts are among the lightest garments we carry, which means lower shipping costs on orders that don't hit the free shipping threshold and more shirts per box for large team orders.

Production & Delivery Timelines

• Standard production: 10 business days from proof approval to shipment
• Rush delivery: 5-7 business days for rush delivery Canada (subject to availability, contact us to confirm rush eligibility for your order)
• Shipping transit: 2-5 business days for major urban centres, 5-10 business days for remote and northern locations

Lightweight = Lower Shipping Costs

Performance polyester tees are significantly lighter than cotton, most weigh between 3.8 oz and 5.5 oz compared to 6.0+ oz for heavy cotton. This means more shirts fit per box and shipping costs are lower per unit. For large orders shipping to sports leagues in Calgary, corporate teams in Vancouver, and organizations in Montreal, the weight savings add up quickly. A box of 48 performance tees can weigh 30-40% less than the same quantity of heavy cotton shirts.

Bulk & Individual Shipping Options

How your order ships depends on its size. We tailor the shipping method to balance speed, cost, and protection for your custom performance t-shirts.

• Bulk orders (48+ pieces): Shipped via insured freight for maximum protection. Tracking provided on all shipments.
• Medium orders (12-47 pieces): Shipped via Canada Post Expedited or courier service depending on destination and weight.
• Small orders (1-11 pieces): Shipped via Canada Post or courier. Tracking included on all orders.

Performance Tee Shipping Canada. Every Province & Territory

T-Shirt Elephant delivers custom performance t-shirts to every corner of Canada. Whether your team is in a major metro area or a remote northern community, we'll get your order there.

• Ontario (ON). Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, London, Mississauga
• British Columbia (BC). Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna, Surrey
• Alberta (AB). Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge
• Quebec (QC). Montreal, Quebec City, Gatineau, Laval
• Manitoba (MB). Winnipeg, Brandon, Steinbach
• Saskatchewan (SK). Saskatoon, Regina, Prince Albert
• Nova Scotia (NS). Halifax, Dartmouth, Sydney
• New Brunswick (NB). Moncton, Saint John, Fredericton
• Newfoundland & Labrador (NL). St. John's, Mount Pearl, Corner Brook
• Prince Edward Island (PEI). Charlottetown, Summerside
• Northwest Territories (NT). Yellowknife, Hay River
• Yukon (YK). Whitehorse, Dawson City
• Nunavut (NU). Iqaluit, Rankin Inlet

Have questions about shipping or need a rush delivery estimate? Email [email protected] for urgent orders, or reach out to our team and we'll provide a timeline tailored to your destination.