Volunteer
Opportunities

Parade

Application

aUGUST 8 - 17,2025

The 23rd Annual Saint John Pride Parade will take place on August 16,
2025 at 1:00pm

We will be staging the parade in the parking lot of long wharf. We will
then proceed Southbound on Smythe Street. We will take a left on to
Union Street. At the Corner of Union & St.Patrick St we will turn right
on to St.Patrick.

From there we will go straight down St. Patrick to Water Street and
end at the Area 506 Waterfront Container Village at 85 Water St.

Floats and Cars can continue to proceed down Water St and park in
the public lot down the street (or wherever parking is available)

King’s County Pride will be back again this year with events
taking place during Saint John Pride Week August 8-17, 2025

Gold Sponsors

Presenting Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Rainbow Sponsors

Getting to Saint John

Where to stay?

Delta Hotels by Marriott is the official hotel of
Saint John Pride offering our guests a rate of
$189CDN Per night + Tax. To take advantage of
this offer, click the booking link below.

Valid for Friday August 15 - August 17

Last Day to Book : Wednesday, July 16, 2025

After an incredible and heartwarming Saint John Pride Festival in 2024, we’re excited to keep the momentum going! Last
year’s festival was one of our most successful ever, drawing record-breaking attendance and creating countless joyful
memories. Highlights included dynamic community performances, inclusive family-friendly activities, and a spectacular
Pride Parade that filled the streets with color, joy, and unity. That day concluded with an unforgettable after-party that
brought people together for music, dancing, and celebration. The overwhelming support from our sponsors, partners,
and the community made this possible—and we’re immensely grateful.

Looking ahead, we’re gearing up for an even bigger and more spectacular Saint John Pride Week, running from August 8
to August 17, 2025. As part of the festivities, we are thrilled to announce the return of our vibrant Pride Parade and
After Party on August 16, 2025. These cornerstone events symbolize the heart and spirit of Pride, fostering togetherness
and celebration.

To make this year’s events unforgettable, we’re seeking the generous support of sponsors. Our funding goal for the 10
day festival is $50,000, and your contribution can play a crucial role in bringing these celebrations to life.

Why Partner with Us?

Here’s how your sponsorship can make a meaningful impact:

• Enhanced Brand Visibility: Depending on your sponsorship tier, your brand will receive prominent exposure, helping
  you connect with a diverse and engaged audience of community members, allies, and supporters. This is a powerful
  opportunity to align your brand with values of inclusivity and positivity.

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• Community Engagement: By supporting Saint John Pride, you’re not only promoting equality and acceptance but also
  contributing to the continued growth of a more connected and compassionate community.

Join Us in 2025!

If you’re ready to make a difference and celebrate love, acceptance, and unity, we would love to hear from you. To confirm your
sponsorship, please contact us by June 14, 2025. Thank you for considering this opportunity to be part of something truly special.
Together, we can make Saint John Pride 2025 another unforgettable celebration.

To Sponsor Saint John Pride please contact us at:
contact@sjpride.ca

Greater Saint John Area + Kings County
Representatives

History of Saint John Pride

Saint John Pride was Founded in 2003.

Unfortunately the full history of the
organization has been hard to obtain
because of the change of record
keeping over the years and the lack of
maintaining records.

Future iterations of the Saint John Pride
Webpage will be kept here to maintain
our history. New content will be added
as we discover it.

Banner of the first pride parade in Saint John - Saint John Pride 2003 - Photo: Bruce Shapka

Before any big excursion, providing
your body with nutrients and
hydration is key! That’s why you
should drink plenty of water and eat
a meal before hitting a Pride
gathering. Pack non-alcoholic liquids
and snacks, too. While many events
will have water and vendors selling
food, you should always bring an
emergency stash just in case. If
anything, sharing your supply with
people who didn’t plan ahead could
make you some new queer pals.

Stay Hydrated & Bring Snacks

If you plan on using recreational drugs,
you’ll need to do more to prepare than
bringing snacks and water. Crucially, if
you’re going to take drugs experts
highly recommend testing them before
you consume, especially if they come
from an unknown source.
Unfortunately, overdoses do happen in
nightlife spaces, including queer ones.
Naloxone is a medicine that can
reverse the effects of an active opioid
overdose. Carrying it, especially when
you go out to Pride nightlife events,
can prevent someone from having an
overdose.

Practice Drug Safety & Harm
Reduction

Violence is something you never want
to anticipate, especially in a safe
space intended for people to live their
truth. Unfortunately, given the nature
of anti-trans violence, queerphobia,
and the prevalence of active
shootings in the U.S., it’s imperative
to stay alert and take measures to
protect yourself. Before going to an
event in an enclosed space, note your
surroundings: where are the exits,
windows, and fire escape routes? Are
there any places to take cover, like
hard ceramic countertops and tables
or walls to duck behind? In general,
experts recommend following a “run,
hide, fight” protocol, in that order of
priority.

Understand Active Shooter
Danger and Safety Tips

Pride 101

Whether it’s your first Pride or your thirtieth, whether you’re a 2SLGBTQI person or an ally: The
right preparations are essential to make Pride as safe for yourself and others as possible. We’ve
collected some tips to help you make the best decisions possible for yourself and your group.

Pride Safety

Pride Safety from Egale Canada’s Pride Safety Toolkit for Attendees

Know Your Rights

In practice, your Charter rights mean that:

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Pride 2024 Photos by Betsy of Umbrella
Haus and Baxter Photo NB