Posts Filed Under: Pride 2017

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The Sun’s Sue-Ann and Scrawler Vs Toronto Pride

But the real question is why didn't the Dyke Marchers make the homophobic pastor feel more included and welcomed?

By Jesse Hawken Jun. 27th, 1:45 pm

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In Photos: Politics and Celebration at Toronto’s Pride Parade

Indigenous artist and grand marshall Kent Monkman was at the front, and Black Lives Matter Toronto unexpectedly closed the procession to cheers from a supportive crowd.

By Torontoist • Photos by Mitchel RaphaelJun. 26th, 3:32 pm

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In Photos: The Dyke March is Still Radical, Still Resisting

At about halfway, marchers took part in a die-in by laying on the concrete to symbolize the violence done to queer women’s bodies.

By Zach Ruiter Jun. 25th, 10:26 pm

Video and Photos: Trans Marchers Celebrate the Passing of Trans Human Rights Bill

“I'm marching today because I finally have the freedom to be the person I always wanted to be"

By Zach Ruiter • Photos by Mitchel RaphaelJun. 24th, 11:25 am

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In Photos: Toronto’s Annual Queer Night March Blocks Traffic in Front of Police Headquarters

The Night March is the annual reminder that Pride is political.

By Torontoist • Photos by Mitchel RaphaelJun. 22nd, 7:54 pm

In Photos: AIDS Vigil Shines a Light on Indigenous Health

What does reconciliation and decolonization mean for people living with HIV and AIDS?

By Tannara Yelland • Photos by Mitchel RaphaelJun. 22nd, 11:20 am

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In Photos: York Region Pride Marches Through Newmarket

Small but mighty: community Pride events send a powerful message of acceptance and inclusivity.

By Torontoist • Photos by Mitchel RaphaelJun. 19th, 12:00 pm

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Fleeing Violence, Gay Iranian Refugees Find Safety in Toronto

“We're dealing with a lot of equal rights issues in Toronto, and there is still work that needs to be done, but we are in a better position than a lot of people around the world”

By Sharon Kashani Jun. 16th, 3:40 pm

Urban Planner: What’s On In Toronto This Week, June 15-20

In this week's edition, lots of Pride-affliated programming, with comedy, music, Nuit Rose, and the first official parade; plus, Luminato, Hooded Fang, Peaches, The Taste of Little Italy Festival, and more.

By Steve Fisher Jun. 15th, 3:15 pm