Premier Doug Ford visited Flags Unlimited, a prominent flag manufacturer in Barrie, Ontario, to express gratitude for the company's efforts in supporting the upcoming 2025 Summer Meeting of Canada’s Premiers. Maureen Christie, the vice president of sales, highlighted the company's proud Canadian heritage, noting its more than 60 years of operation and status as the largest Canadian-made flag manufacturer, producing over one million flags annually. During his visit, Ford thanked the team for their hard work and emphasized his commitment to supporting locally owned businesses in Ontario. The visit was attended by local officials, including Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall and MPPs Doug Downey and Andrea Khanjin. Ford toured the facility, interacted with staff, and even participated in flag production activities, demonstrating his interest in the manufacturing process. Christie noted that while Flags Unlimited is non-political, the company appreciated the opportunity to host the Premier and engage with representatives from all political parties in support of Ontario's local manufacturing sector.