The Canadian Press Published Saturday, June 18, 2022 6:27 PM EDT Last Updated on Saturday, June 18, 2022 7:16 PM EDT
NEWMARKET, Ont. – Prime Minister Doug Ford made an unannounced appearance at the York Region Pride Parade in Newmarket, Ontario, on Saturday afternoon.
Ford tweeted that he “had a great time” at the event, the first Pride the region has held in person since the pandemic began.
York Regional Police also took part in the event, and tweeted that they were happy that the celebrations could be attended in person this year.
Ford last attended the region’s Pride Parade in 2019, and also arrived without warning on that occasion.
After a couple of years of virtual celebrations, I had a great time seeing everyone again in person at the @yorkprideca fashion show. So many friendly faces enjoying the holidays.
Happy pride, Ontario! ️ pic.twitter.com/XhpePjPJFj
– Doug Ford (@fordnation) June 18, 2022
That year, Ford said he would not attend the Toronto Pride parade because of his decision to prevent uniformed police officers from leaving.
Ford has said before that he has no problem going to Pride events and that they are a big boost for the economy.
This report from The Canadian Press was first published on June 18, 2022.