Beardy’s and Okemasis Cree Nation celebrates Pride
Pride flags flapped in an early summer breeze outside the Beardy’s and Okemasis Cree Nation’s band office as people milled about in the parking lot in anticipation of the day’s events.
June 15 marked the third time the community displayed their support for LGBTQ and two-spirit people. The Cree Nation’s Pride celebrations expanded from a parade in 2016 to an entire festival this year.
Councillor Kevin Seesequasis said he was excited to see the community, and guests from far and wide, once again come together and support each other.
“It’s always great to see people coming into our community and celebrating love, diversity and acceptance with us,” Seesequasis said.