About Pride
As we prepare for these events, it鈥檚 important that we acknowledge and celebrate the history of Pride. With the current climate around city-wide pride parades and the effect this has on the most marginalized communities at Dalhousie, in Halifax, and in Nova Scotia, we recognize that 鈥淧ride鈥 is a positive stance against violence and discrimination towards 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, where individuals promote their self-affirmation, visibility, dignity, and equality. 聽
However, this stance must exist alongside action with and from allied communities, both within and outside of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, to be able to create a truly anti-oppressive society. It is because of this that being proud of who we are is not, and has never been enough, but rather is just one important aspect of creating the society we want.
2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Plus symbolizes the ever-changing and growing identities within these communities, and the idea that individuals鈥 identities can change over time. It also represents any sexual orientations or gender identities not explicitly named in the acronym as is, such as non-binary, pansexual, polyamorous, folks questioning their identities, etc.)
History of Pride parades
Pride鈥檚 roots are tied to police harassment/violence and exclusionary policies. The Pride we know today began as a series of riots and demonstrations against police raids, and eventually the well-documented riot that took place at the Inn in New York City, during the early morning of June 28, 1969.聽
More often than not, were the from the most marginalized in these communities, such as trans women of colour; this marginalization continues within and outside of our 2SLGBTQIA+ communities today. These details are incredibly important to acknowledge as we participate in dialogue around the current political climate; we must acknowledge the voices of those who have not been heard in our current dialogue because of fear and other silencing factors.
果冻视频 sits on the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi鈥檏maq People. When we participate in celebratory events, educational opportunities, and resource sharing, we must remember the stories of those who came before us, and how their life is impacted by the events we put on. We would like to acknowledge the Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQIA+ individuals and communities of Nova Scotia, and the Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance, and strive to prioritize their experiences in our Pride Week programming.
We are truly thankful to the dedicated 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, supporters, and those who paved the way in building a more inclusive Dalhousie, including those currently developing a new Queer Studies certificate for Dalhousie.聽 #PrideAtDal
2025 Campus Pride Events
Truro Pride Parade 鈥 June 28
The Dal Agricultural Campus will be participating in the 2025 Truro Pride Parade on June 28 with a tractor-pulled float! The parade will depart from the Colchester Legion Stadium at 1 p.m. and will finish at Truro Civic Square.
Friends, family members and pets are welcome!聽There will be space for people on the wagon, and those who would like to are welcome to walk.聽
Flag-raising ceremony and BBQ 鈥撀燡uly 8
On behalf of Student Affairs, the Office for Equity & Inclusion, and 2SLGBTQIA+ Advising, we welcome the Dalhousie community to join us as we raise the Progress Pride Flag on Tuesday, July 8 at 2:30 p.m., in the Studley Quad. A free BBQ on the Killam Library Podium will follow the flag raising.聽
Big Gay Film Festival聽鈥撀燡uly 9, July 16 and September 6
We are excited to announce that Dalhousie will present the second annual Big Gay Film Festival, an outdoor movie series on the Studley Quad (with an indoor rain location). This year鈥檚 lineup for the Big Gay Film Festival includes:
- The Birdcage (Wednesday, July 9th)
- Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story (Wednesday, July 16)
- But I鈥檓 A Cheerleader (Saturday, September 6th).聽
Free to the public, films start at dusk (9 p.m). Bring lawn chairs and blankets.
鈥 July 17
Athletics and Recreation wants you to Move with Pride this Halifax Pride Festival. Join us on Wickwire Field on Thursday, July 17 at noon for a 45 minute Zumba class. This class is open to all members of our Dalhousie community, no Dalplex membership required.聽
Please access Wickwire field from the Oxford Street end.
聽鈥撀燡uly 19
Join Dalhousie students, alumni, faculty, and staff in marching in the Halifax Pride Parade on Saturday, July 19 at noon (rain or shine). Meet by 11:30 a.m. at the marshalling area on Cogswell Street. This is a walking and biking entry with no float or storage, so pack light. Water and sunscreen will be provided. The parade route winds through downtown Halifax, with accessible viewing areas available.聽
