The month of June was chosen for Pride Month around the world to commemorate the Stonewall riots, which occurred at the end of June 1969. As a result, many pride events are held during this month to recognize the impact LGBTQ+ people have had in the world.
2022 Celebrate Pride Month Lawn Signs
On Tuesday, April 20, 2021 County of Brant Council approved the mobilization of Celebrate Pride lawn signs for residents in the County of Brant. We thank those who displayed a Celebrate Pride lawn sign in 2021, and are excited to again offer signs to the public for Pride 2022!
NEW - Request a Celebrate Pride lawn sign by filling out the online request form and choosing your pick up location (please note that delivery is not available). This form will open on Wednesday, May 25 at 8:30am. This is a friendly reminder, signs will only be given to those who fill out the request form above. Quantity is limited and signs are only available to County of Brant residents.
Signs will be available for pick-up at the following location: (please complete the online form above to reserve your sign):
• Paris Customer Service Office, 66 Grand River Street North, Paris. Signs will be available from June 1 (8:30am-4:30pm)
Thank-you to everyone that has showed their support for this year’s celebrations for LGBTQ+ residents and our allies!
The County of Brant thanks our 2022 sponsors: The Crew Real Estate, Riverside Heating & Air Conditioning, and Believe In
Thank you for your continued support in Celebrating Pride Month in Brant!
2022 Pride Month Initiatives
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Pride Flag Raising
Join staff and allies on Thursday, June 9 for the 2022 Pride Flag Raising.
The flag will be raised at 11:00am, behind Council Chambers (66 Grand River St, N, Paris)
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Pride Button Making & more in partnership with County of Brant Public Library
Stop by the County of Brant Library - Burford Branch on Thursday, June 9 from 6-8pm to celebrate Pride Month with your family. Join us for Button making, crafts, a storybook walk and more!
No need to register, just drop-in.
Additional Activities / Resources
- Pride Flag Colouring Page - Colour your own pride flag and display it in your window to show your support!
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Pride Crafts - 13 Rainbow Craft Ideas To Help Kids Celebrate Pride
- Pride Food - 25 Rainbow Foods you can make at home to Celebrate Pride! Share your creations with us on social media @BrantCommunity
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LGBTQ YouthLine: A phone and text peer-support service for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. Operates Sunday to Friday, 4 pm to 9:30 pm
Call: 1.800.268.9688 | Text: 647.694.4275 -
TransLifeLine: A peer-support, trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive. Call: 1.877.330.6366
Experience and Learn about Pride
The County of Brant Public Library proudly presents our Top 30 Favourite LGBTQ+ titles!
Looking for more suggestions? Contact the Library today!
Top 30 Favourite LGBTQ+ Titles 
Additional recommendations from County of Brant Public Library
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