The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador continues to celebrate Pride in the province by participating in the St. John’s Pride Parade, which was previously postponed from its original date due to extreme heat.
For the first time, members of the public service officially walked in the St. John’s Pride Parade representing Come Home 2022 and the Provincial Government.
The Provincial Government is proud to sponsor the St. John’s Pride Parade through Come Home 2022, and applauds communities for taking the time to celebrate the diversity of our province during the summer months.
Pride events are an opportunity for our Government to reaffirm its support for inclusivity, equality, and respect for all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.
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“Our Government is an ally to the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community, and we will continue to work to create a safe, inclusive province for all. It is positive to see a public celebration of Pride in the capital city, and the Provincial Government is glad to have the opportunity to take part.”
Honourable Pam Parsons
Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality
“A clear theme of Come Home 2022 has been that of belonging. We have encouraged both Newfoundlanders and Labradorians living away, as well as newcomers, to ‘come home’ to this place where everyone belongs. By partnering with the St. John’s Pride Parade, we are connecting over that shared value. We are proud to have Come Home 2022 represented in the St. John’s Pride parade and, as we all walk together, we celebrate and honour our 2SLGBTQQIA+ community.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
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