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Diversity Cornwall Pride Festival on July 9, 2022, was hugely successful!

Jason Setnyk by Jason Setnyk
July 9, 2022
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Article and Photo(s) by Jason Setnyk

Cornwall, Ontario – On Saturday, July 9, 2022, a large crowd gathered in front of the Aquatic Centre to walk in a parade celebrating diversity and pride. The participants marched up Sydney Street, Fifth Street, and back down Pitt Street to Lamoureux Park where hundreds more were gathered. The parade celebrating solidarity was impressive, from rainbow flags to signs to chants of equality.

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“When I think about the support we received this year, I’m not surprised to hear over 800 people were marching in the parade and seeing over a thousand people here already, and we only just started. The support we received this year is unlike anything I’ve ever seen. I’ve been with Diversity Cornwall since 2018, and we’ve never seen anything like this, and it’s incredible,” said volunteer coordinator Rebecca Sorrell-Forrester.

At Lamoureux Park, there were speeches and entertainment at the bandshell, a vendor’s market, kids’ zone, BBQ, and beer garden.

Many politicians came out to the event, union members, and members of non-profit groups.

“I’m thrilled to be here. It’s a beautiful day. We’re here to celebrate but also to say there is still much work to be done. We’re going to do it together in solidarity, and it’s going to be okay,” said Senator Bernadette Clement.

Mayor Glen Grant echoed similar sentiments about the importance of inclusivity in Cornwall, Ontario.

“It’s a darn good turnout, I’m not sure if it’s a record, but it’s probably the best I’ve seen. It’s about inclusivity; all people are welcome in our community. It doesn’t matter what race, colour, or creed. This community is friendly and welcoming, and we’re starting to be more open, in my estimation. We’re more welcoming, especially with diversity and immigration. This community is very welcoming,” Cornwall Mayor Glen Grant stated.

“It’s fantastic, the turnout, the weather is great, everyone appears to be in a great mood, it’s amazing,” City Councillor Justin Towndale added.

Also in attendance was City Councillor Elaine MacDonald, who helped co-organize a protest in front of City Hall in 2003 when there was hesitancy about raising the pride flag. This happened just before same-sex marriage was finally legalized in Canada.

“Time has been a factor because in 2003, for many people, it was new, foreign, and somehow suspect. People with the growth of their knowledge and the growth of their hearts can accept everybody,” City Councillor Elaine MacDonald responded.

Standing next to Elaine MacDonald was recent SDSG NDP provincial candidate Wendy Stephen.

“It’s fantastic to see such a huge turnout, and it’s heartening to see more people marching than watching; that means there is a lot of support in Cornwall,” Wendy Stephen explained.

Many parents attended this Diversity event to support their children.

“As a mother, I can’t thank you enough today for helping pave that way to make a better world than what most of us grew up with,” said United Way Executive Director Juliette Labossière in a speech.

Other parents shared similar sentiments.

“I am happy to support my daughter and the whole community,” said Ryan Martelle. “It’s a huge turnout; it’s wonderful,” Ryan’s daughter Emily Ladouceur-MacDonald added.

Performances at the Pride Festival included Lulu Belle dancing, drag, plus music by Senorita Sin, and more.

For more information about Diversity Cornwall, follow them on Facebook.

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Jason Setnyk is a teacher, journalist, published and award winning author and photographer.

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