June is Pride Month

June is Pride Month, marking the beginning of Pride Season. Pride Season refers to the Pride events that take place over the summer (June to September) when 2SLGBTQI+ communities and allies come together to spotlight the resilience, celebrate the talent, and recognize the contributions of 2SLGBTQI+ communities. Although special attention is put on the Pride events during the summer months, they happen throughout the year in many communities.

The history of Pride in Canada

Historically, Pride gatherings emerged from the first large-scale protests for 2SLGBTQI+ rights. In Canada, the first demonstrations took place in Ottawa and Vancouver in 1971. By 1973, Pride events were held in several Canadian cities, including Montréal, Ottawa, Saskatoon, Toronto, Vancouver and Winnipeg. Toronto's Pride weekend in June is now among the largest Pride events in North America.

Visit the Government of Canada's website(External link) to learn more about Pride history, events and resources in Canada.

Celebrating Pride in Quinte

Pride season reading list

Prepare your Pride reading list with the help of the Quinte West Public Library(External link).

Libraries throughout Quinte Region are showcasing Pride displays, reading lists and online content featuring 2SLGBTQI+ authors, content creators and subject matter experts.

Visit your local library to learn more.

Bay of Quinte Pride

• Facebook: Bay of Quinte Pride(External link)
• Instagram: @boqpride(External link)

Bay of Quinte pride represents the 2SLGBTQI+ community in the beautiful Bay of Quinte Region. Serving Belleville, Prince Edward County, and Quinte West, and surrounding areas. Bay of Quinte Pride believes that together we are stronger, and are dedicated to promoting inclusivity in our great community. Bay of Quinte Pride offers a wide variety of events, facilitated community groups, and works closely with all levels of government to keep our region a safe and inclusive place to live, work, and play!

2SLGBTQI+ resources in Quinte West

Hastings and Prince Edward Public Health

Hastings and Prince Edward Public Health offers a number of supports for youth, parents/families, and educators. Visit the Hastings and Prince Edward Public Health for more information(External link).