WB Pride

Wood Buffalo Pride Fair

Mental Health

At Wood Buffalo Pride, we are committed to ensuring that everyone has a happy, healthy, and memorable experience. However, we are aware that Pride season can be a difficult and emotionally charged time for members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Accordingly, we want to acknowledge that Pride is not always going to be easy for many people, and we seek to connect individuals to the services they need.

Remember that your mental health comes first; please take care of yourself at the festival and throughout Pride month. Do not overcommit! If you are having a difficult time, do not hesitate to take it slow and relax. Wood Buffalo Pride volunteers and staff are here to support you! Do not hesitate to find us at the festival, or at any of our events if you have any questions or concerns.

Suicide Crisis Line: call or text 988 Trans Lifeline: 1-877-330-6366

Main Stage Schedule

12:00 PM Brandon Bryson Band

12:50 PM Welcome Speeches

1:00 PM Drag Performances

1:30 PM The Bennetts

2:30 PM Wood Buffalo Pride Leadership Awards

3:30 PM MKD Dancers

4:00 PM Drag Performances

4:45 PM Closing Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at info@prideymm.ca if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Where are the designated smoking areas?

Smoking and vaping is not permitted inside the Shipyard. The designated smoking area is in the Parking Lot.

Are pets allowed?

Unfortunately the Shipyard is a museum so only service animals are permitted in the Fair Grounds.

Will there be food at the fair?

There are multiple options to purchase food at the Festival, including Hoy Pinoy Food Truck, Fusion K Foodies and a by donation BBQ* by Art’s Council Wood Buffalo.

The Ships are exhibits, there is no food or beverage permitted on the ships. Food and beverage may be consumed on the boardwalk or the grass.

*no one will be denied food for lack of a donation

Are police allowed at the fair?

Yes, if they are off duty and in plain clothes. To read more about this policy read our full statement.

Will there be alcohol at the fair?

Yes, there will be a beer garden. No outside alcohol is permitted.

If you are in recovery or are looking for support with sobriety we will have support buddies (with purple shirts and/or pins) available to assist you.

Where can I park?

Parking is limited. Alternative parking can be found at RONA and Save On. We encourage folks without accessibility needs to park off site to allow those with needs to have parking at the Shipyard. Bus 91 will get you close to the event, get off by Save On Downtown!

Will people be taking photos?

Photographs and video footage will be captured during the Festival.

These may be used for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. By entering the festival grounds, you agree to have your likeness captured. If you do not wish to have their likeness used in future Pride marketing and publicity please contact us at info@wbpride.ca

Will there be Gender Neutral Bathrooms available?

In addition to the Gender Neutral Portable toilets, there are accessible Gender Neutral washrooms located inside the main building.

Is the event sensory friendly?

Many areas of the Fair can be over stimulating. To help we have designated the inside building as a Quiet Room. There will also be ear plugs available from the Pride Booth.

Is the event safe?

Although we have no way to guarantee safety, and despite never having any issues in the past, we prepare for all possible scenarios. We have private security hired for the festival. Heritage Shipyard is private property, which allows us to control who is on the property. In the unlikely event of protestors they will be escorted off the property.

What should I do in the event of an emergency?

In the event of a medical emergency notify Pride Staff and EMS is onsite. In case of any other emergencies contact security and Wood Buffalo Pride Staff!

587-646-6626

Harm reduction

Did you know?

Heat related illnesses are the most common issue treated by First Aid at Pride Festivals!

Remember to Bring

Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, hand fan
Snacks, electrolytes, water bottle
Dental dams, lube, condoms, gloves
Plan your ride home
Bus or cab fare
Mask, hand sanitizer
Comfortable shoes
Earplugs
Narcan

Buddy Up!

Don’t use alone, buddy up. Start low, and go slow.
Consent is for more than just sex! Hugs, high fives, and everything between and beyond needs a consent check.
Check in with your friends to make sure they are playing safe and feeling comfortable.
Make sure your friends have a safe way home - especially if they changed their plans near the end of the night. Get contact details and ask for a check-in if they are going home with a new cutie.
See someone looking uncomfortable, unsafe, or unwell? Check in with them and see if they need help.

What we're doing!

Pride Festival volunteers will have water, snacks and sunscreen available.
Cooling Stations will be located throughout the festival grounds
Volunteers with suicide prevention training will have ASIST pins.
Support Buddies are available for those struggling with sobriety and needing support. They’ll be wearing purple shirts and/or purple pins.
A Quiet Room is available for those needing less stimulation.
Paramedics are on scene in the event of an emergency.
Narcan is available from Support Buddies or the Pride Booth!
Volunteers with Naloxone training will have Naloxone Pins.
Volunteers and Staff will be easily identifiable throughout the festival. Feeling like you need support or have a question about the festival? Chat with one of us! We are here for you!

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