Pride Kick-off | Cinema & Changemakers Panel | FREE EVENT
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Kick off Pride with the Creative Community Impact Association & Halifax Central Library for an evening of film, storytelling, and meaningful conversation.
📅 Monday, July 13, 2026
📍 Halifax Central Library, Paul O'Regan Hall
🕕 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
♿ Wheelchair accessible, underground parking, all gender washrooms, and the film will have English subtitles for increased accessibility.
🎟️ FREE - Registration is no longer required! We’re excited to welcome more community members in this larger venue space. Everyone who previously registered has been notified.
🍿 Snacks & refreshments generously provided while supplies lasts, by the Q.
✨ Event Details ✨
We will start the evening with a screening of Parade: Queer Resilience and Love, a powerful documentary exploring the history of Canada’s 2SLGBTQIA+ movement. This film is presented courtesy of the National Film Board of Canada.
Following the screening, stay for a panel discussion exploring queer storytelling, intergenerational knowledge, the arts, community, and grassroots activism, and how these powerful forces help shape more inclusive futures.
✨ Featuring ✨
• Kenney Fitzpatrick - Founder of The The Q, Host of Out Loud Radio, and Executive Director of Dance Nova Scotia
• Daniel MacKay - Longtime Community Activist and Chief Editor of Wayves Magazine, a 2SLGBTQIA+ Publication in Atlantic Canada. Daniel is also a Member of Elderberries.
• Jacquelyn Miccolis - Executive Director of Creative Community Impact Association, community leader, and multidisciplinary artist dedicated to developing inclusive community programming and supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
• Art Ross - Trans, non-binary songwriter and lead vocalist of Pillow Fite, an award-winning queer indie-pop duo.
• Jay Aaron Roy - Trans advocate, entrepreneur, and founder of Cape & Cowl Comics & Collectibles, an inclusive space that supports and welcomes 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.
Moderator: Kirsten Bashir
As a grassroots non-profit, we rely on community support to help connect people with our free programs and events. If this event resonates with you, please share this event, add it to your stories, or tag someone who would enjoy attending. Every share helps strengthen our community. Thank you so much!
📅 Monday, July 13, 2026
📍 Halifax Central Library, Paul O'Regan Hall
🕕 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
♿ Wheelchair accessible, underground parking, all gender washrooms, and the film will have English subtitles for increased accessibility.
🎟️ FREE - Registration is no longer required! We’re excited to welcome more community members in this larger venue space. Everyone who previously registered has been notified.
🍿 Snacks & refreshments generously provided while supplies lasts, by the Q.
✨ Event Details ✨
We will start the evening with a screening of Parade: Queer Resilience and Love, a powerful documentary exploring the history of Canada’s 2SLGBTQIA+ movement. This film is presented courtesy of the National Film Board of Canada.
Following the screening, stay for a panel discussion exploring queer storytelling, intergenerational knowledge, the arts, community, and grassroots activism, and how these powerful forces help shape more inclusive futures.
✨ Featuring ✨
• Kenney Fitzpatrick - Founder of The The Q, Host of Out Loud Radio, and Executive Director of Dance Nova Scotia
• Daniel MacKay - Longtime Community Activist and Chief Editor of Wayves Magazine, a 2SLGBTQIA+ Publication in Atlantic Canada. Daniel is also a Member of Elderberries.
• Jacquelyn Miccolis - Executive Director of Creative Community Impact Association, community leader, and multidisciplinary artist dedicated to developing inclusive community programming and supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
• Art Ross - Trans, non-binary songwriter and lead vocalist of Pillow Fite, an award-winning queer indie-pop duo.
• Jay Aaron Roy - Trans advocate, entrepreneur, and founder of Cape & Cowl Comics & Collectibles, an inclusive space that supports and welcomes 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.
Moderator: Kirsten Bashir
As a grassroots non-profit, we rely on community support to help connect people with our free programs and events. If this event resonates with you, please share this event, add it to your stories, or tag someone who would enjoy attending. Every share helps strengthen our community. Thank you so much!
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Halifax Central Library, Halifax, Canada
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Host or PublisherCreative Community Impact Association
