01/06/2026
Pride Season in Canada, a time to celebrate the resilience, achievements, and contributions of 2SLGBTQI+ communities. From coast to coast to coast, let's honour the diversity that strengthens our nation.
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.
Why a “season”?
Early Pride events were independently organized and not tied to a fixed date. Since most occur between June and September, it is called Pride Season.
Join us in celebrating. Learn more and access resources at https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/pride-season.html