Armstrong Pride Society

06/03/2026

The Farmers market for this Saturday June 6 is looking for a musician for the Pride Market! If you know of any musical person who would like to do an hour or so of music please contact them at [email protected]

Come join us at the Armstrong Farmer's Market this Saturday!

06/03/2026

Come join us at the Armstrong Farmer's Market this Saturday!

05/27/2026

We need help!
Let us know if you can help us:
1. Saturday June 6 set up of the Pride table at the Armstrong Farmer's market, and personing the table for the market duration and take down. The market runs 8am- noon and we set up at 7:30am. If you can help with any part let us know!

2. Pride in the Park Saturday June 13 we could use hands for any part, event runs 12-4pm, we will begin set up at 10 am

05/16/2026

Hi friends! We need help finding another food truck for Pride in the Park Saturday June 13 12-4 pm.

The city requires food trucks to pay $145 for the day and there are licensing requirements.

Put the word out and let us know if you have leads... thanks so much!

04/19/2026

This Saturday!!! Buy your tickets online!!

Fundraising season is blooming! This year Im helping an amazing Pride society ! Join myself and for an afternoon of laughs, bingo, and the love of drag! So many chances to win big and help the community grow with rounds of bingo, raffles and a cash 50/50 draw! 19+

04/15/2026

We're getting so excited for Drag Bingo with Freida Whales!

10 days! Get your tickets here:

https://app.ticketowl.io/Y-K4qLObvQVXTOrR/event/aafkX2xCSr4_6iXB?fbclid=IwY2xjawRMvIxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeLXRSmEKuDnJ3tHp1B_081yidY3tZPNMYEM_BEXbwJbRCNeRjPoVaXa10f74_aem_k1LlmTe54RvEVjaIOHHR5g

03/18/2026

We are going to be here! Let us know if you want to join us!

03/05/2026

Come join us and the fabulous Freida Whales for an afternoon of entertainment and fun!

02/12/2026

Kelowna Pride Society grieves and stands in solidarity with Tumbler Ridge.

In the wake of recent violence, we are deeply troubled by the surge of transphobic commentary circulating on social media.

Let us be clear: violence is not caused by gender identity or Trans Identities. Attempts to weaponize tragedy to target Trans, Non-Binary, and Two-Spirit people are harmful, inaccurate, and unacceptable.

Moments of grief and shock do not excuse the spread of hate, misinformation, or dehumanization. Trans and gender-diverse communities already face disproportionate levels of violence, harassment, and erasure. Using tragedy as a pretext to further marginalize these communities compounds harm and puts lives at risk.

Kelowna Pride Society stands in solidarity with Trans, Non-Binary, and Two-Spirit people—here in the Interior and beyond. We affirm your dignity, your safety, and your right to exist without being scapegoated for violence you did not cause.

We call on community members to:
• Refrain from speculation, misinformation, and hateful commentary
• Challenge transphobia when it appears, both online and offline
• Centre care, accountability, and compassion in how we respond to harm

This is a moment to slow down, to grieve responsibly, and to remember that collective safety is built through solidarity—not blame.

We remain committed to fostering a community rooted in respect, truth, and care for all.

In solidarity,
Kelowna Pride Society

If you are feeling overwhelmed, unsafe, or in need of support right now, you are not alone. Help is available:

Support & Crisis Resources

BC Crisis Line:
📞 1-800-784-2433 (24/7, call or text within BC)

Kids Help Phone (youth & young adults):
📞 1-800-668-6868 | Text CONNECT to 686868 (24/7, Canada-wide)

LGBT Youthline (youth supporting youth):
📞 1-800-268-9688 | Text 647-694-4275

Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSS) Crisis Line:

📞 1-800-721-0066 (24/7, for Survivors and intergenerational family members)

01/22/2026

Petition: descibed below (if you sign please ensure you confirm the email sent to you after)

https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-7005

Petition to the House of Commons in Parliament assembled
Whereas:
Gender affirming care is a form of life saving and evidence-based healthcare;
The Government of Alberta has limited who can have reasonable access to healthcare through Bill 26;
The Canada Health Act states that “eligible residents of Canada must have reasonable access to required health services”;
The Canadian Medical Association has stated this legislation is an unprecedented intrusion into the physician’s ability to follow clinical guidelines, and the needs of patients;
It is up to patients and their healthcare provider to decide what care they require;
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms upholds the right of residents of Canada to Section 2a (the right to freedom of conscience in medical practice), Section 7 (the right to life, liberty and security of the person), Section 12 (the right to be free from cruel and unusual treatment), and Section 15 (equal protection and equal benefit of the law without discrimination);
The denial of gender affirming care can lead to profound consequences on the psychological welfare of youth, which can result in suicidal ideation or su***de; and
Our leaders should be encouraging youth to receive healthcare as advised by their healthcare providers, rather than undermining it.
We, the undersigned, residents of Canada, call upon the Government of Canada to ensure all eligible residents of Canada can access required healthcare, including gender affirming healthcare, as outlined in the Canada Health Act and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.