Pride Guide 2017

  At 30 years old, and with the fight for “GL rights” past the point where same-sex marriage is old news, can Halifax Pride be relevant to the struggles of the LGBTTIQQ2SAA+ generation? In this year’s Pride Guide, we look for answers. Check out the links below as we look at the good and the bad, the celebratory and the political.

Justin who? The real stars of the Halifax Pride parade are grand marshals Kate Macdonald and Emma Paulson of The Magic Project. Read more about them and what they do here.   

In the midst of conversations around the world, and in the face of community criticism, Halifax Pride is changing. But will this shift be enough to heal the wounds of years past?      

Halifax Pride’s evening speakers series features the likes of internet star Dylan Marron and author Kamal Al-Solaylee.       

Halifax Pride takes on the complex Two-Spirit identity.       

A walk back in time, down the rainbow-brick road and to a history of local gay bars.

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Believe in Magic

This year’s parade grand marshals want to celebrate and showcase marginalized voices.

Mending fences at Pride

In the midst of conversations around the world, and in the face of community criticism, Halifax Pride is changing. But will this shift be enough to heal the wounds of years past? And what else should Halifax Pride be addressing?

Addressing social issues through comedy

Internet star Dylan Marron and Dramatic Changes’ improv group challenge the idea that social justice and entertainment are mutually exclusive.

Kamal Al-Solaylee is erasing borders

The author and journalist is using his own life to break down stereotypes about being gay and Muslim.

We’ve got spirit, yes we do; we’ve got spirit, up to two!

Halifax Pride takes on the complex Two-Spirit identity.

Happy ours: A history of local gay bars

A walk back in time, down the rainbow-brick road.

Pride is political and Pride is a party

Dancing is a form of protest, too—a celebration of freedoms and a declaration that we are here.

Ten weekend picks to get on board with

With the Tall Ships’ arrival, Pride’s second weekend and lots of outdoor shows, this weekend will be sweet sailing.

This article appears in Jul 20-26, 2017.