History

  • 1995-1999

    Brothers and Sisters

    • The first organized group of LGBTQ persons within the community of Chatham-Kent.
    • Provided support and social gatherings for LGBTQ individuals
    • Rainbow Rescue started from this group. A dedicated group of persons willing to move at risk youth from dangerous living situations.
    • The March on the MPP office for same sex rights and benefits I believe was in March of 1998 in Chatham.
  • Incorporated March 2001

    Chatham-Kent Gay Pride Association

    • Formalized the first official Gay Pride Association
    • First Board of Directors
    • First Pride flag raising at City Hall 2002
  • Summer 2005

    Same Sex Wedding in Chatham

    • First Lesbian Wedding to be Legally recognized in Chatham Kent
    • Victoria Avenue United Church and Rev. Heather Scott officiated first Wedding.

About CK Pride

Chatham Kent Gay Pride Association is a non-profit organization incorporated in the Province of Ontario that brings together members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Two Spirited and Queer (LGBTTQ) community, their friends, allies and supporters in celebration of the unique spirit and culture of our community by producing quality, inclusive and safe events and initiatives to celebrate.

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