June is Pride Month in British Columbia and beyond! This month is a time to celebrate sexual and gender diversity, promote dignity, equal rights, self-affirmation, and raise awareness of systemic challenges faced by the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
The creative industries honour and celebrate Pride Month to amplify the voices, strength, and representation of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities across British Columbia. From dance parties to film screenings and community gatherings, queer stories continue to shape and enrich our cultural landscape. Join the creative industries in celebrating the power of storytelling and self-expression—throughout June, all summer long, and year-round. Explore a list of celebratory events and resources for allies below.
Province-wide
Pride Parades across British Columbia
Resources and Events
Book + Magazine Publishing
- Celebrate Pride Month with Queer B.C. Books – Read Local BC
- LGBTQ+ Books (25% for Pride Month) – Arsenal Pulp Press
- Book Club Recommendations – QMUNITY
- Queer Book Club – Vancouver Public Library
- VPL Picks: LGBTQ2S+ Non-Fiction – Vancouver Public Library
- VPL Picks: Indigenous Queer and Two-Spirit Literature – Vancouver Public Library
- Anti-Oppressive Writing Workshop – MagsBC
- What’s On Queer BC Magazine
Interactive + Digital Media
- Queer Game Night – Boardwalk Cafe and Games Abbotsford
Motion Picture
- Films for PRIDE – National Film Board of Canada
- Queering Cinema Series – VIFF Centre
- Pride Month Screening: Brokeback Mountain – Rio Theatre
- Out on Screen and Vancouver Queer Film Festival *Fall event
Music + Sound Recording
Resources, Tools, Actions, and Learning for Allies
Queer Glossary: A to Q Terminology – QMMUNITY
Educational resources on LGBTQ2S+ inclusion– Canadian Centre for Inclusion
Working with Queer Performers – outACTRAto
Watch this space for more pride events that continue throughout summer 2024 across B.C.
