Mark Carney Walks in Vancouver Pride Parade 2025

Mark Carney Walks in Vancouver Pride Parade 2025 🌈🇨🇦

In a surprise and heartwarming appearance, Prime Minister Mark Carney joined the 2025 Vancouver Pride Parade on August 3rd, marching about one kilometer of the route near BC Place. His participation wasn’t just symbolic—it was an act of allyship and leadership during a time of global tension and domestic hope.

Carney had started the day with a meeting alongside BC Premier David Eby and port officials, discussing trade issues and cross-border concerns. But by afternoon, he was surrounded by rainbow flags, cheers, and drag performers as he made his way through downtown Vancouver. 🎉

At one memorable moment, a drag performer handed Carney a microphone. His response? He called Pride “the essence of Canada” and “the best of Canada,” reminding everyone watching that the values of inclusion, diversity, and freedom are not negotiable—they are core to our identity. 🏳️‍🌈

Carney’s appearance comes amid rising tensions with the United States over trade negotiations, with tariffs and sovereignty top of mind. But even in the midst of political stress, Carney used this event to highlight Canada’s strength—not just in economics, but in values and compassion. 🇨🇦

Earlier this summer, he raised the Pride flag on Parliament Hill to launch Pride Month, acknowledging growing backlash against 2SLGBTQ+ communities both at home and abroad. In response, the federal government pledged $1.5 million to Fierté Canada Pride to ensure the safety of parades and celebrations across the country. This was part of a broader $15 million Action Plan to support LGBTQ+ organizations and fight hate.

This year’s Pride was more than a parade—it was a powerful affirmation that love, inclusion, and community are worth protecting, especially during uncertain times.

Thank you, Vancouver. And thank you, Prime Minister Carney. 🌟

Happy Pride! Stay loud, stay proud, and keep showing up for each other. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜