IN PHOTOS: Beaufort Delta comes together to celebrate pride
History was made in Inuvik on June 10. It marked the first time the entire region came together to celebrate Inuvik Pride. Students and their allies from eight schools across the Beaufort Delta were joined by friends, family and supporters to show their support for one another as Inuvik celebrated one’s freedom to feel comfortable with who they are.
History was made in Inuvik on June 10. It marked the first time the entire region came together to celebrate Inuvik Pride. Students and their allies from eight schools across the Beaufort Delta were joined by friends, family and supporters to show their support for one another as Inuvik celebrated one’s freedom to feel comfortable with who they are.
Members of the Kuzuri Judo Club and friends lead the parade down Mackenzie Road. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoMembers of the Inuvik Hospital staff made a float and signs to celebrate Pride month. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoIn spite of the lousy weather, residents came out in droves to voice their support for one another. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoCeltie Ferguson shares a light moment during the march as she walks her furry friend. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoCoun. Natasha Kulikowski, her dog Cleo and Wanda Tobin show their colours during the march. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoRuth Wright waves enthusiastically and shows off her sign from the Inuvik Hospital staff float. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoMembers of the East Three Gay-Straight Alliance shout their pride out loud, joined by Amazing Race Canada winners Anthony Johnson and Dr. James Makokis. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoThe crowd passes the Inuvialuit building. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoParks Canada staff take a selfie with their special Pride flag. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoThe crowd circles past the Igloo Church en route to East Three School. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoKuzuri judo club instructor Ed Hartley and RCMP Const. Chris Main cook burgers for the crowd. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoElder Lillian Elias leads a prayer in support of Pride. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoAmazing Race Canada winners Anthony Johnson and Dr. James Makokis, who are two-spirited, share a laugh as they address the crowd following the march. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoMarch organizer and East Three Gay-Straight Alliance member Marshal Jellema was the master of ceremonies for the evening. Eric Bowling/NNSL photoAn aerial of the crowd as Pride marchers make their way through downtown Inuvik. Photo courtesy of Aspect Drone Solutions
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