New community-led Pride festival in Montreal hopes to reclaim celebration

A new community-led Pride festival in Montreal is being organized to reclaim the celebration's roots and spirit. This event aims to prioritize inclusivity and the involvement of diverse communities, particularly those that have felt sidelined in traditional celebrations. It seeks to address past issues of underrepresentation by ensuring a broader representation of voices and cultures. Organizers hope the festival will serve as a blueprint for future Pride events, fostering a more inclusive and authentic atmosphere. The initiative highlights the importance of community engagement and the need to return Pride to its original activist roots.