Celebrate Pride at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery
In honour of Richmond Pride Week and Vancouver Pride 2025, join the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site in highlighting the history of and experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities in industrial, skilled labour, and unionized trade work. From sharing the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities in skilled labour workforces to highlighting the solidarity between the labour rights and queer liberation movements, 2025’s Pride events seek to remind us that 2SLGBTQIA+ people are, and have always been, present in these communities.
Schedule of Events:
July 26th
11:00am - 12:00pm Steveston Pride Walk
Join the Cannery at the annual Steveston Pride Walk as we show our pride, and learn more about the Cannery's values when it comes to 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion and support!
6:00pm - 8:30pm Film Screening: Billy Elliot (2000) - More info
How do skilled trades communities interact with queerness and non-gender conforming experiences? This dynamic and moving film tells the story of a working-class boy who dreams of being a ballerina, and the support he receives from the local community of coal miners. Covering themes of labour rights, community solidarity, and historical understandings of homosexuality, this film demonstrates the history of support between different communities.
August 1st
Music at the Cannery: Shawnee Kish
We have a new performer for 2025's Music at the Cannery! For the first time ever, welcome multiple JUNO nominee and Two-Spirit performer, Shawnee Kish! This Mohawk singer-songwriter combines her powerful alt-country vocals with vulnerable storytelling.
August 3rd
Gulf of Georgia Cannery at the Vancouver Pride Parade
Join the Cannery at Vancouver Pride as we march with Parks Canada.
August 8th
X̱wi7x̱wa Library Outreach - 2SLGBTQIA+ History and Resources
UBC's X̱wi7x̱wa Library will bring a variety of learning material to share for visitors of all ages on themes of pride, protest, and more!
August 9th
Keynote Speaker: Ivan Coyote - More info
Canadian writer, storyteller, and performer Ivan Coyote is coming to the Cannery! Join Ivan for a special keynote sharing their experiences as a long-time worker in the skilled trades.
ALL August
What We Hold: Pride Month Pop-Up
Share your story! What We Hold will be hosting a pop-up installation for Pride Month. We are inviting 2SLGBTQIA+ audiences and community members to share the stories behind the objects that they hold dear. Have an touchstone object to share? We are taking submissions all month!
Find out more at:
https://gulfofgeorgiacannery.org/events/pride-month-at-the-gulf-of-georgia-cannery/
