Pride gatherings first emerged from large-scale protests for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, the first of which were held in Canada in Ottawa and Vancouver in 1971. Today, Pride acknowledges the achievements, contributions, resilience and ongoing struggles of 2SLGBTQIA+ people in Canada.

Throughout June, the Office of EDI-AR will host events to mark Pride Month. Event details will be added and updated here and in our event calendar as they are finalized.

Pride 2026

Pride Flag Raising Ceremony

Join President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Janet Morrison and other senior executives in raising the Pride flag at the Arts and Administration Building. Rain or shine!

Date: Wednesday, June 3
Time: 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Venue: In front of the Arts & Administration Building

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Pit Stop: The Trans Canada Tour and the Status of Trans Rights in Canada

Join us as we welcome Dr. Victoria Bucholtz, Executive Director of Trans Action Alberta and Fae Johnstone, Executive Director of Queer Momentum, who will be discussing The Trans Canada Tour and the Status of Trans Rights in Canada. Refreshments provided!

Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Venue: Faculty of Medicine (1 MED 1M102/Hybrid delivery)

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In partnership with the Faculty of Medicine, Student Life and the Department of Gender Studies.

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City of St. John's Pride Parade

Join the Memorial University community at the City of St. John's annual Pride Parade. Everyone is welcome, including pets! Invite your friends and family.

Date: Sunday, July 19
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Venue: Starting at the St. John's City Hall, 10 New Gower Street.

Note: the parade will start at City Hall and end at Bannerman Park. We will meet on the front steps of the Mary Browns Centre at 11:30 a.m. Visit St. John's Pride for more information.

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