The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is celebrating St. John’s Pride Week today by raising the progress pride flag at Confederation Building. Pride events in Newfoundland and Labrador occur throughout the summer season to recognize and celebrate the diversity of the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community within our province.
In addition to today’s celebration, the Provincial Government is sponsoring St. John’s Pride Week as a part of Come Home 2022. Sponsored events include:
- John’s Pride Parade on Sunday, July 24. For the first time, members of the public service will officially be walking in the parade representing Come Home 2022 and the Provincial Government.
- Drag on Water on Saturday, July 23. A drag show like no other, this event will crown one impressive performer as the “Come Home” Drag Queen.
The Provincial Government is committed to working with the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community to ensure Newfoundland and Labrador is a safe, accessible and inclusive place for people of all gender identities and sexual orientations.
Support for and involvement in events such as St. John’s Pride Week are an important piece of the ongoing work to create a safe and inclusive province.
Further details regarding St. John’s Pride Week events can be found on the St. John’s Pride website.
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“It is wonderful to see Pride events continuing to grow and evolve throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. I applaud the organizers of St. John’s Pride for their work in planning a fantastic week of events that celebrate the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community and encourages acceptance for all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.”
Honourable Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador
“Pride Week in St. John’s is an excellent opportunity to support the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community. This is a priority for our government, not just during Pride Week but year-round and in every corner of our beautiful province. The Pride groups through Newfoundland and Labrador are working to celebrate equality and inclusivity, which is a message that resonates with each and every one of us.”
Honourable Pam Parsons
Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality
“Come Home 2022 is all about celebration and fun. Thank you to the organizers of St. John’s Pride for partnering with us on Come Home 2022. This is a great opportunity to showcase some of the fun events happening throughout the week and show our support of the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community during Come Home 2022 and beyond.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
“St. John’s Pride Week has a full slate of events scheduled to engage with our city’s residents. We appreciate the support of the Provincial Government, including raising the Progress Pride flag at Confederation Building and sponsoring the Pride Parade as a part of Come Home 2022. The 2SLGBTQQIA+ community is an important part of our province’s culture.”
Karin Power
St. John’s Pride Committee
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Media contacts
Michael King
Office of the Premier
709-729-3558
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Angela Picco
Office of Women and Gender Equality
709-729-4934, 687-4753
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Tina Newhook
Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
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Karin Power
St. John’s Pride
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