Lake Country Pride

07/27/2026

Hatred and violence don't get to determine whether q***r people are visible. We won't be intimidated, and we will keep standing for a life free from fear.

07/25/2026

Come join all of us for a peaceful Protest planned for Couchiching Beach Park later today at 5:30pm.

Let's all say no to hate together.

07/03/2026

We are excited to announce the 2026 Muskoka Pride Week theme:

✨ Still Here. Still Fighting. Still Proud. ✨

There is power in simply existing. In a time when 2SLGBTQ+ rights and identities are once again being questioned, debated, and challenged, the 2026 Muskoka Pride theme is both a reminder and a declaration: we are STILL HERE. We have always been here. We are your family, your friends, your neighbours, your coworkers, and your community. We will not disappear, and we will not be erased.

STILL FIGHTING means recognizing that the work is not finished. Too many people in our community still experience fear, discrimination, isolation, and hatred. In rural communities like Muskoka, creating safe spaces, building connections, and standing up for one another remains as important as ever. We continue to fight because everyone deserves to live openly, safely, and with dignity.

And through it all, we remain STILL PROUD. Proud of who we are. Proud of those who fought before us. Proud of our resilience, our joy, our love, and our community. Pride has always been more than a celebration — it is visibility, resistance, hope, and belonging.

This is why Pride organizations must continue doing this work. Pride events create spaces where people feel seen, supported, and safe. They remind those who feel alone that they are not alone. In moments of uncertainty, visibility matters. Community matters. Pride matters.

In 2026, we stand together and say: We are still here. We are still fighting. And we are still proud. 🌈

06/16/2026

🌈 St. Paul’s Centre PRIDE Movie Night 🎬

Join us on Friday, June 19th for a special PRIDE Potluck & Movie Night at St. Paul’s Centre!

Admission is FREE, and if you'd like to contribute to the potluck, feel free to bring a dish to share.

We'll be screening the powerful NFB documentary Parade: Q***r Acts of Love & Resistance, a celebration of the history, courage, and resilience of Canada's 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

Come connect, share a meal, and enjoy an inspiring evening together. Everyone is welcome!

We hope to see you there. ❤️🌈

06/10/2026

Its almost time for the magic of the Pride March!

Join Lake Country Pride on Saturday, June 13 for our 4th annual Pride March

Start the day at the Orillia Public Library from 10 AM–1 PM with sign making, button making, and a photo booth before we gather in the courtyard at 1 PM to march together through downtown

The 1.5 km march ends at the Biindigen Pavilion in Terry Fox Circle, where the celebration continues with vendors, community connections, and lots of Pride magic

Bring your friends, your flags, and your loudest cheers!

06/09/2026

Can’t wait for Saturday!

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈

Join us this Saturday for a full day of community connection! Start your morning at the Orillia Farmers’ Market, then head over to the Orillia Public Library for sign making before coming together in the library courtyard for the Lake Country Pride March at 1 pm! 🏳️‍🌈

We can’t wait to see you there!

06/09/2026

One image a day celebrating all that makes good! Today: Pride Month Flag Raising! Thanks to Lake Country Pride for organizing.

06/08/2026

Pride on the Patio is taking over downtown Orillia! 🎉

Join us Friday from 6–10 PM on Mississaga Street East (between Peter & Matchedash) for an evening full of live music, drag, patio dining, late-night shopping, local vendors, and community celebration ✨

🎶 6 PM — Alex Andrews & Laura Promm
🎤 7 PM — Alter Percy
🎸 8 PM — Season’s Change
💃 9 PM — Drag performances by Rodaysha Red Ashes & Euphorika Ashes

Whether you’re coming for the music, to celebrate with downtown businesses, enjoy the patios, or just bask in the Pride vibes, there’s something for everyone.

Free • All ages • Downtown Orillia