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The rain clouds couldn’t keep LGBTQ activists, staff and allies away from Pride events in Toronto on June 27 and 28 as part of the annual Pride festivities.
The union participated in the Dyke March and the main parade event, as well as took part in the community fair where participants stopped by to find out more about the union and its efforts around workers’ rights and LGBTQ rights.
Unifor Ontario Regional Director Katha Fortier attended Pride for the second year in a row.
“Unions have been at the forefront of the fight for equal rights and Pride events are an important reminder of how far we’ve come together and the work we still need to do,” said Fortier.
Unifor Organizer Kellie Scanlan co-ordinated the union’s efforts for weekend, and said she was pleased at how many people came out to show their support, despite the dreary weather.
“There are many ways members contribute to the union – getting involved in LGBTQ issues in their workplace and the community is one of them.
“Over the years, we’ve made a lot of progress on creating more welcoming workplaces and stopping harassment, but we can’t take for granted that this is the case everywhere – it isn’t.”
While Pride festivities kicked off in May, there are many events still to come right across the country.
To find a Pride event in your area, visit: unifor.org/pride.
Pride materials, including a range of T-shirts, flags and other items can be ordered from the workroom in the national office.
