2011 Equinox a/c on at startup

[Rwyeater]

Hey all. New here and thanks for having me.

Just purchased a single owner 2011 Equinox from a dealer. We enjoy the vehicle but I’m kind of perplexed:

It’s frigid here in Ohio and anytime I start the car, whether by key or remote start, the a/c shows as ‘on, and I have to manually click the knob to shut it off.

Is this normal? Anyone ever experience the same?

Thanks!