Pride Month 2023
In honour of Pride Month, YPT has compiled the following resources for families and classrooms to experience.
SHOWS
TVO Kids Show
TVO Kids has complied a “Happy Pride Month!” playlist that celebrates Pride, including the above episode of the animated children’s series Arthur (recommended for children ages 4-8).
BOOKS
Toronto Public Library’s “Reading with Pride”
A curated list of books from the Toronto Public Library that speak to Gender Identity, 2SLGBTQ+ Families and History, and more.
Toronto Public Library’s YA LGBTQ+ book list
These YA (Young Adult) books are selected to reflect a cross-section of 2SLGBTQ+ experiences.
HISTORY
CBC Kids News’ Timeline
A brief history of the strides LGBTQ people in Toronto, and across Canada, have made.
EVENTS
Toronto Public Library Pride Celebration
The TPL’s Pride Celebrations include Book Clubs, Movie Screenings and Rainbow Storytime.
Drag Queen Storytime, June 10
Free, family friendly storytime programming at libraries throughout Durham Region in celebration of diversity and inclusion.
To learn about Drag Queen Storytime Toronto, click here.
Youth Pride Durham, June 17
This free event champions acceptance through an afternoon of performances, music, dancing and other fun activities.
AIDS Candlelight Vigil, June 20
An open community event is held annually at the AIDS Memorial to remember, honour, and celebrate the people who have died of AIDS and to celebrate those who live with the virus.
Movie Night, June 23
Presented by the Downtown Yonge BIA with PrideTO and Amazon Prime, everyone is invited to an evening of fun with a pre-show musical performance and entertainment for the entire family.
Family Pride, June 24-25
Celebrate the strength and uniqueness of 2SLGBTQI+ families and children at Family Pride! Now in its 24th year, Family Pride is a fun-filled oasis on the grounds of Church Street School, filled with face painting, a magic show, storytelling, and so much more!
GROUPS & HELPLINES
Supporting Our Youth, for LGBTQ2S youth 29 and under
LGBT Youthline: confidential, non-judgmental, informed peer support for LGBTQ2S youth
TDSB Gender Independent Groups