Pride parade returns to Kingston, Ont.
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After a two year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kingston, Ont., pride parade made a triumphant return Saturday.
After a two year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Kingston’s pride parade made its return on Saturday.
The event kicked off at Skeleton Park with hundreds of people marching down Princess Street all the way to Confederation Basin, where there was a Kingston Pride community fair.
Andrew Readman marched in the parade with his family, in support of his daughter.
“It felt great. A lot of people were giving us the thumbs up and cheering when they saw it. Unfortunately, I know some people whose parents were not supportive at all,” said Readman, talking about his sign which read “Proud of my gay daughter,”.
Youth from the local queer community were well represented.
“Being here, being around people that are like me, means a lot to me,” said Alfonsina Hernandez.
“It’s great to see people back, I’m really happy. Covid was such a thing that hit a lot of people hard,” added Eila McAfee.
A large presence in the local LGBTQ+ community, Trellis which is formerly HARS, had members in attendance.
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