York Pride

JOIN OUR CORE TEAM! 🌈 York Pride is recruiting for the Core Team! We’re seeking passionate, organized individuals eager to help us lead the 2026 season. Top 3 most in need positions will be prioritized in recruiting. ⭐️ Logistics Coordinators ⭐️ Finance Coordinators ⭐️ Volunteer Coordinators Even if the opportunities above aren’t your match, your energy and support can still help us create a meaningful and impactful Pride experience for our community. Join us as we continue to strive to create an inclusive and thriving 2SLGBT+ community in York region. 🔗 To apply, follow the link in the pinned comment or our bio.

🌈✨Vibe With Pride 🌈✨ Voted as our official 2026 theme by our community, Vibe With Pride reflects both where we’ve been and where we’re going. Ten years since 2016, we’re drawing from the cultural spark of the mid-2010s, bold self-expression, connection, and unapologetic energy, while recognizing that Pride continues to evolve alongside our community. In moments when visibility matters, when belonging matters, when community matters, we choose to show up. Pride is celebration. Pride is resilience. Pride is standing together with intention. The vibe may shift with the times. Our values do not. Let’s move forward together! #YorkPride #VibeWithPride #Pride2026 #communityfirst

York Region is together again this year for Pride 2026 🌈✨ Mark your calendars for another historic Pride Festival! 🎈 Happening Saturday, June 13th, we’re bringing the community together for one unforgettable celebration of love, pride, and connection. Seeing our community show up, celebrate, and uplift one another always feels magical 💫 Let’s create unforgettable memories, celebrate love, and shine brighter — together. 🏳️‍🌈 More juicy details coming soon 👀 #PrideFestival #YorkRegion #Ontario #Toronto #lovewins

A hidden piece of Newmarket history just resurfaced, literally from a flooded basement. This Asian Heritage Month, York Pride Director Erika MacNeil @hintsofgrey is helping bring her family’s powerful story to life through Imagined Histories: Beyond the Silence, a free exhibit now on display at Old Town Hall. The exhibit showcases stunning portrait work by her -grandfather, Clarence Chong, a Chinese Canadian artist whose journey connects directly to a difficult chapter in Canadian history, when Chinese families were separated and restricted by exclusionary immigration laws while many men were brought here to work on the railroads. Recently rediscovered after years hidden away, these artworks are now finally being shared with the community. Expect powerful stories, beautiful arts, and a deeper look into the untold histories that helped shape Canada and Newmarket itself. The opening reception features performances by opera singer Vicki Lovelee and guest artist Jianming Chen. Free admission. Big emotions. Incredible history. Go experience something meaningful this month. Old Town Hall, Newmarket On display until May 30, 2026 Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Are you planning to join us tonight for the Farsi session? We’d love to see you there. We have spots open for guests. Location: 311 Valleymede Drive, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2E1 Program Room 2 Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM ( Feel free to drop in, no pressure to stay the full time) How to find us: Enter the main doors of the Ed Sackfield Arena & Fitness Centre building on the east side. Once inside, turn left and continue walking toward the double doors on the left-hand side. Go through those doors and walk down the hallway. Program Room 2 will be the second room on your left. If you get lost, please call 647-923-7579 Details: https://yorkpride.ca/language-minority-sessions سلام فقط ثبت نام کردم، آیا قصد دارید امشب برای جلسه فارسی به ما بپیوندید؟ ما دوست داریم شما را آنجا ببینیم. مکان: 311 Valleymede Drive، Richmond Hill، ON L4B 2E1 اتاق برنامه 2 زمان: 5:30 بعد از ظهر تا 7:30 بعد از ظهر (به راحتی وارد شوید، بدون فشار برای ماندن تمام وقت) چگونه ما را پیدا کنیم: وارد درهای اصلی ساختمان Ed Sackfield Arena & Fitness Center در ضلع شرقی شوید. پس از داخل شدن، به چپ بپیچید و به سمت درهای دوتایی سمت چپ به راه بروید. از آن درها عبور کنید و در راهرو قدم بزنید. اتاق برنامه 2 اتاق دوم در سمت چپ شما خواهد بود. اگر گم شدید لطفا با شماره 647-923-7579 تماس بگیرید جزئیات: https://yorkpride.ca/language-minority-sessions

Across Ontario, Pride organizations are doing more than hosting events. From large city festivals to small and rural communities, Pride is driving tourism, supporting local businesses, creating safe spaces for youth, and connecting people to essential supports. For many regions, Pride is one of the only hubs for education, wellbeing, and belonging. This April, six Pride organizations, representing small, medium, and large festivals from across the province, will be at Queen’s Park for an Ontario Pride Leaders Press Conference (April 21) and Reception (April 22) to help share this collective impact. We know this moment represents more than just six organizations. There are 50 to 70 Pride groups across Ontario, each doing incredible work, and this is just the beginning of a broader conversation. Due to timing and capacity, attendance at the reception is limited, but we want to make sure more voices are part of this movement. If your organization is interested in connecting, please reach out to us in our DMs. Most importantly, help us amplify this message. Share this post, start conversations, and highlight the work happening in your community. When Prides grow, Ontario grows.

Special guest for this year’s APF 🌈 JUST PEACHY 🌈 @itsmejustpeachy We are very excited to invite JUST PEACHY to join our festival! Don’t miss out an opportunity to take photos with her and see her perform with Aurora Community Band @auroracommunityband ❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜 2nd annual Aurora Pride Festival on May 31, 2026 at Aurora Town Square by @auroratownsquare @yorkprideca and @aurorapridefestival More info on our bio ➡️ #pridefestival #aurora #pride #yorkregion

دلتان برای یک گفتگوی واقعی لک زده؟ ما شام و چای رایگان داریم ما میزبان چهار جلسه رایگان برای اعضای جامعه فارسی‌زبان و ایرانی ساکن انتاریو هستیم این فضا برای کسانی است که می‌خواهند: • درباره جامعه رنگین‌کمان در کانادا بیاموزند • هویت‌ها و تجربیات مختلف را درک کنند • در فضایی محترمانه، سوالات صادقانه بپرسند • اطلاعات دقیق دریافت کنند و از اطلاعات نادرست اجتناب ورزند بدون فشار. بدون قضاوت. فقط یک گفتگوی آزاد. جلسات به زبان‌های فارسی و انگلیسی برگزار می‌شوند تعداد محدودی ظرفیت موجود است همین حالا در yorkpride.ca ثبت‌نام کنید با سؤال بیایید. با درک بروید. hungry for real conversation? we’ve got free dinner and tea we are hosting 4 free sessions for farsi-speaking and iranian community members living in ontario this space is for people who want to: • learn about the lgbt+ community in canada • understand different identities and experiences • ask honest questions in a respectful setting • get accurate information and avoid misinformation no pressure. no judgment. just open conversation. sessions are offered in farsi and english limited spots available register now at yorkpride.ca come with questions. leave with understanding.

Mark your calendar! Our 2nd Annual Aurora Pride Festival is on May 31, 2026 at Aurora Town Square 🌈🌈🌈 Presented by @auroratownsquare @yorkprideca and @aurorapridefestival Follow the link for more info and ticket on our bio ➡️ #aurora #pride #pridefestival #yorkregion

Are you trans or non-binary, and do you live in York Region? Have you had any interaction with York Regional Police? We want to hear your story. Join us for a confidential, one-on-one conversation. Coffee and a treat are on us ☕ All ages, identities, and backgrounds welcome. Book your time: 🔗 yorkpride.ca/project-affirm or through our bio on Instagram Interviews open until March 31, 2026.