The Capital Pride parade returns after two virtual years
Stephen Thirlwall
Parades are always joyous.
As well as a call for recognition, respect and rights for 2LGBTQIA+ people, the 2022 Capital Pride parade on August 28 was a gathering of social agencies related to this theme and groups connected with large corporations, small businesses, government agencies, etc.
Families and groups of friends joined in the fun as either part of the parade or spectators. As well as gender rights, the parade was an appeal for human rights in general for all, harmony within our society, and acceptance of diversity in our community.
This was the first in-person Pride parade since the pandemic hit.
Some people skated instead of walking in the 2022 Capital Pride parade. (Stephen Thirlwall/The BUZZ)
Dancing participants in the 2022 Capital Pride parade. (Stephen Thirlwall/The BUZZ)
A large number of paraders on Kent Street in the Capital Pride Parade on August 28, 2022 (Stephen Thirlwall/The BUZZ)
Ottawa Public Health wished the city “Happy Pride” in the 2022 Capital Pride parade. (Stephen Thirlwall/The BUZZ)
LGBTQ Doctors and Allies in the 2022 Capital Pride parade. (Stephen Thirlwall/The BUZZ)
“Trans rights are human rights T-shirt in the 2022 Capital Pride parade. (Stephen Thirlwall/The BUZZ)
Businesses, including international brands, also participated in the 2022 Capital Pride parade. (Stephen Thirlwall/The BUZZ)
Crowds await the 2022 Capital Pride parade at the corner of Laurier and Bank Street. (Stephen Thirlwall/The BUZZ)
