Downtown Grimsby Brings Back Canadian Flag Program for Second Year

Fri, May 29, 2026

Grimsby, ON, May 29, 2026 — Downtown Grimsby is proud to announce the return of the Canadian Flag Program, with more than 40 Canadian flags being displayed at participating businesses throughout the downtown core this May. Following a successful launch in 2025, the initiative is returning for a second year to continue celebrating community pride and creating a vibrant, unified streetscape heading into the summer season.

The program is funded by Downtown Grimsby, with support from Canadian Tire (44 Livingston Ave., Grimsby), which generously donated several flags and provided the remainder at a significant discount. Downtown Grimsby extends its appreciation to Canadian Tire for supporting the initiative and helping bring a display of Canadian pride to downtown.

“We’re happy to bring the Canadian flags back again this year,” said Mark Wood, Board Member of Downtown Grimsby. “They add a lot to the look of downtown, and we hope to see the flag program continue to grow in the future.”

The flags were installed in late May and will be displayed at businesses across Downtown Grimsby until after Remembrance Day.

Participating businesses include:

Wellness 180
Jordan’s Flowers
Casa Toscana
NewsNow
Station One Coffeehouse
The Dutch Shop
The Dog Spot
The Judge and Jester
GBF
DollarXPro
Bottega
Bright Workspace
18 Main Boutique
The Shoe Box
Hassan & Associates
Giant Tiger
Charlie's Barber Shop
Donna's
Main West Mens Wear
Front Row Sports
Kinetic Elements Dance Studio
Harmony Jewellers
CIBC
The Forty
The Marketplace
Mrs. Greenway
Sylvia's Studio of Hair
The Brick Shack

The Downtown Grimsby Flag Program is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the downtown experience, encourage community engagement, and celebrate Canadian pride throughout the core.

While downtown viewing the flags, visitors are encouraged to explore local shops, support small businesses, shop Canadian-made products, and share photos on social media by tagging @DowntownGrimsby.

About Downtown Grimsby

Downtown Grimsby is the Business Improvement Area (BIA) representing businesses within the downtown area The organization works to support local businesses and create a vibrant, welcoming destination through events, beautification initiatives, marketing, and community partnerships.