Honoring Pride: A Poetic Tribute

🌈 Honoring Pride: A Poetic Tribute 🌈

Today, as the streets of Vancouver come alive with the vibrant colors and voices of the 47th annual Vancouver Pride Parade, we stand united in celebration and remembrance.

From Concord Pacific Place to the heart of Davie Village, the parade is more than a procession—it's a testament to resilience, love, and the ongoing fight for equality. This year also marks a return to form with the Davie Village Pride Festival back as the grand finale, after a six-year hiatus.

It’s not only a day of visibility and celebration—it also commemorates the 20th anniversary of marriage equality in Canada. A powerful reminder that Pride is about how far we’ve come, and how far we still must go.

As we witness this outpouring of support and joy, let us also remember those we've lost and those still facing challenges.

Pride is not just a celebration; it's a protest, a call for justice, and a promise to continue the fight for a world where everyone can live authentically and without fear.

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Shine Proud

(To the tune of "Shine")

We march today with colors bright,
A fight for love, a fight for rights,
But under joy, there’s shadows deep,
For those we lost, we hold and keep.

So shine, shine proud,
Let your true light be loud,
Through every pain and every fight,
We stand as one in glowing light.

The road was hard, the hate was real,
But still we rise, refuse to kneel,
For every voice that’s pushed away,
We carry hope, we pave the way.

So shine, shine proud,
Let your true light be loud,
Through every pain and every fight,
We stand as one in glowing light.

It’s more than joy, it’s more than dance,
It’s protest, strength, and second chance,
For those unheard, for those who’ve gone,
Our hearts beat fierce, our love goes on.

So shine, shine proud,
Let your true light be loud,
Through every pain and every fight,
We stand as one in glowing light.

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May this day be filled with love, remembrance, and the unwavering spirit of Pride.

To all those celebrating and reflecting — we wish you a beautiful and safe day. 🌈💖