These first photos were taken by my cousin who we met up with later along with her partner. They got there early to get good spots along the parade route.
Justin Trudeau is the first Canadian prime minister to march in a pride parade. He was joined by Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne and Toronto Mayor John Tory.
“Canada is united in its defence of rights and in standing up for LGBTQ rights; this is what we are truly celebrating today,” Trudeau said after raising the rainbow flag on Parliament Hill on June 1 to kick off Pride Month.
My cousin got this amazing shot of him.
John and I wandered up and down Church St. enjoying the sights and soaking up the festive atmosphere. I will only post photos with a G content, suitable for all.
The view when we arrived, not too busy as most people were over on Yonge St. watching the parade.
Rainbows were everywhere!
Lots of food booths.
Toronto's Finest were in the spirit as they kept an eye on things.
It wouldn't be Canada, eh, without poutine.
Window dressing.
As the crowds began to swell we thought we should snag a table on a patio for the four of us.
Ringside seats.
Photobombing.
Time to head home as the crowds are really getting big now, it's around 7PM.
On Yonge St. they are just getting ready to open up to traffic.
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Great shots, love. Really summed up the day.
ReplyDeleteA lot of fun, but not a whole lot of taste, Jackie! :) :) Love the 'lady' in the red socks, and was that Tiger I saw there at the end? Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love Toronto! I love Pride! I love that Trudeau, Wynne and Tory marched together. I love all the love!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a whole lot of people came out for Pride!
ReplyDeleteI am extremely jealous of you having such an attractive and fun Prime Minister.
ReplyDeleteCool shots!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing at https://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2016/07/happy-independence-day.html
A fruitful day of people and tutu watching. That JT is a cool one, isn't he? When I looked at this I kept thinking Willy St. in Madison, WI where many of these photos could have been taken. I laughed at the bust of the steer who looks so disconcerted at the BBQ place. A happy belated Canada Day to you.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful that Canada is so open and accepting. I lovve seeing the Prime Minister in the Parade too.
ReplyDeleteYour photos of the day touched me very much. Thanks
ReplyDeleteLovely photos documenting the event.
ReplyDeleteWorth a Thousand Words
nice overview of the event.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great collection of shots. It looks like you caught the essence of the day.
ReplyDeleteVisiting from High Riser - and smiling up a storm. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteWhat brilliantly colourful and atmospheric photos - you have really captured the atmosphere of the event. #WeekendWanderlust
ReplyDeleteGreat shots, Jackie. The shot your cousin got of PM Trudeau is amazing! Thanks for linking up this week. #TPThursday
ReplyDeleteLooks like quite a parade!
ReplyDeleteTons of color! The food is my favorite part of events like this (I see a Brazilian truck in there).
ReplyDeleteIt looked like a fun kind of day!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome atmosphere and well done Justin Trudeau for being the first Canadian prime minister to march in a pride parade! #TPThursday
ReplyDeleteGreat selection of shots! Looks like there was great weather too.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for joining us at the Travel Tuesday meme. Hope to see more of your photos soon.