It seems like forever since the last time we met up at Milton Town Hall to celebrate pride month in Milton.
The last two years, for obvious reasons, the flag raising was held virtually and it wasn’t to difficult to see the enthusiasm of the participants this year.
The Town of Milton began the official flag raising back in 2018 in the the company of a much small but no less dedicated crowd and its grown ever since.
People packed the lobby of town hall to hear he Mayor read out the proclamation declaring June being Pride Month in Milton. We heard from many speakers as well – messages of their desire for acceptance and inclusion in the community they proudly call home.
As we made it outside, the sun began to shine brightly as the organizers of the event made their way to the flag pole to proudly raise the flag.
I was joined by several of my council colleagues (Clr’s Di Lorenzo, Tesser Dersken, Challinor & Best – with others not being able to make it but there in spirit) to hear the cheers from the crowd as the flag made its way up the pole.
As one of the speakers mentioned, this is a hugely proud moment and a symbolic event, but it’s just a start to ensure we all work towards acceptance of the 2SLGTBQ+ community by everyone. Education is key and the Town of Milton has committed to working towards that goal where everyone is and feels welcome in their home town.
Many thanks to Melanie and Austin from the Milton 2SLGTBQ+ community organization for making this such a memorable event for all of us. Happy Pride Month everyone!!!