Pride is Power! Happy Pride Month!

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June marks Pride Month; a time to honour the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, reflect on the progress made, and recommit ourselves to building a future where everyone can live authentically and safely.

At Unifor Local 531, we believe that diversity is our strength. The many identities, stories, and lived experiences of our members make our union brighter, stronger, and more united. We don’t just celebrate Pride in June; we celebrate and protect the right to be yourself every day of the year.

Pride is also a protest. In a time when hate and discrimination are being amplified by bigots and bullies — in our communities, in politics, and online — it is more important than ever to raise our voices louder than theirs. We must never allow fear or prejudice to silence the power of love, identity, and solidarity.

"Don’t you ever let a soul in the world tell you that you can’t be exactly who you are." - Lady Gaga

This Pride Month, we stand with our 2SLGBTQIA+ members, not only in celebration, but in action. Whether it’s challenging injustice, showing up for one another, or creating inclusive spaces at work, our union is committed to being a place where everyone belongs, without exception.

Happy Pride, Local 531.
Be bold. Be visible. Be proud.
Because your voice matters — and together, ours are louder.

To join us at Pride celebrations across the country throughout the summer, keep an eye on your emails and click on our Events page for updates. Unifor will be participating in the Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver Pride Parades and we would love for you to join us.  

Unifor Pride Float in Calgary
President, Karen Berry with her daughter at Vancouver Pride Parade
Sherwin, YYC Unit Chair and Member at the YYC Pride Parade