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From the official flag-raising at City Hall on May 25 through to the Festival at the Forks June 2-3 and the Pride Parade on Sunday, June 3, there are many ways to celebrate with Pride Winnipeg.
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Everyone remembers their first time. And in the case of the long-running Pride Winnipeg Festival — the 31st instalment of which kicks off tomorrow and continues until June 3 throughout the city — it’s safe to say there have been some pretty memorable firsts. But for Jonathan Niemczak, Pride Winnipeg’s president since 2012, the inaugural festival experience proved memorable for slightly different reasons. When he was first recruited to the organizing committee’s ranks in 2008, he’d never actually attended the event he was soon tasked with helping to coordinate. “I had to fake my way through that first year, and not let on that I’d never been to the festival before, and now I was helping to plan it,” says Niemczak, whose busy schedule that year prevented him from actually partaking in any first-time fun. “I saw the beginning of the parade and I saw the end of the parade, and that was it. My first Pride was more about learning the ropes. The festival was smaller back then, but there were still a lot of people and moving pieces and fires that needed to be put out.” Fast forward a few years, and Niemczak and his fellow committee members — all volunteers — are still every bit as busy. (Case in point: After nearly a decade with the Pride team, Niemczak was finally able to walk the parade route for the first time last summer.) And the Fest itself has grown by leaps and bounds over the same period. Once a smallish affair held mostly at Memorial Park and the
the Festival, to increase the level of inclusivity we have currently,” Niemczak says. As on offshoot of that mandate, the Pride board also opted recently to retire the more traditionally used LGBTTQ acronym, in favour of GSRD — for Gender, Sexual and Relationship Diversity — which has been gaining in popularity since 2016. “It’s shorter now, but I can’t say for sure there won’t be more letters added,” Niemczak laughs. “I mean, in the course of one year, we already added [the letter R]. “But it is more inclusive, because we’re no longer specifically identifying gender identities or sexual orientation. And we do believe that in time, more and more organizations will be dropping the LGBTTQ acronym and will start moving towards this, so we’re happy to be ahead of the curve.” Another new development is the Pride parade route along York Avenue. Though many community members hoped last year’s parade down Portage Avenue would be repeated this year, Niemczak says logistics — and the cost of shutting down Portage — proved too prohibitive. Instead of the usual loop that starts and finishes at the Legislature grounds, participants will end their route at nearby Bonnycastle Park — a change necessitated by the event’s continued growth. “In 2016, the parade had gotten so big that the beginning of the parade got back to the Legislature before the end of the parade had even left,” Niemczak explains. “It bottlenecked and created a whole logistical disaster. We’d realized we were now too big to do a loop.” Attendees will also notice some changes to the Festival grounds at The Forks, including a combined area for concessions, a revamped health and wellness area (complete with first aid and counselling services), and a more centralized location for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers KidZone. As always, the grounds will also play host to the Queer Beer beverage tent, mainstage entertainment, and a PrideMart promoting LGBT and allied business. For those attending for the first time this year, Niemczak suggests bringing along trusted friends or family members. “Pride is generally best experienced with someone else — especially if you’re shy, since it can be a bit intimidating if it’s your first time,” he says. “Try to take it all in, but definitely go at your own pace.”
Legislature lawn, Pride is now a summer- festival staple at The Forks, with closing weekend attendance numbers to rival Canada Day. “When I started, the parade had maybe 15, 20 entries … and the festival at Memorial Park was quaint — probably a couple thousand people,” says Niemczak. “Last year, we had 103 entries in the parade. Now we’re bigger than the Santa Claus parade — we’re the biggest parade in the province, and one of the biggest parades in the Prairies, with thousands and thousands of people either participating or as spectators. “The quote we got last year was they figured 50,000 individuals came to The Forks over the closing weekend … it’s absolutely massive.” Pride’s audience could grow even more in years to come. Following efforts last year to increase engagement among traditionally socially excluded groups within the LGBT community, this year’s organizing committee continued seeking ways to engage with even more diverse audiences than ever before. As a result of consultations with various community partners, Pride organizers launched the Resurgence Fund — a batch of grant money made available to groups that lack the resources to host their own community events during the Festival. They also hired an Accessibility Coordinator who’s working on a plan to identify barriers faced by those with physical impairments or mental health-related concerns. “We’re gathering that feedback now and looking at how we can implement changes to
Pride Winnipeg president Jonathan Niemczak. PHOTO BY DARCY FINLEY
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Kevin Selch, owner of Little Brown Jug PHOTO BY DARCY FINLEY
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They cite honesty, quality and community as core values, and they’re committed to investing in Winnipeg’s downtown — while treating customers from all walks of life with dignity and respect. So it’s no surprise that Little Brown Jug, one of the more recent additions to the city’s thriving craft brewery scene, has been so enthusiastically received since staff started pulling their first pints a year and a half ago. Nor is it a surprise LBJ’s owner, Kevin Selch was recently named Entrepreneur of the Year by the Manitoba LGBT* Chamber of Commerce, or that its William Avenue taproom will play host to the chamber’s Pride in Business networking reception on May 30. The networking event is one of an array of community and cultural gatherings that have unfolded in the LBJ space since its opening: everything from symphony performances to locally grown farm shares — all within easy reach of a freshly poured Belgian pale ale. The pop-up venue status goes hand-in-hand with LBJ’s mandate to foster community- building downtown, and with the collaborative approach he employs with his neighbours and fellow business owners. “We don’t ever try to monetize these
— and we keep a different kind of crowd — downtown after work.” Certainly Selch’s bureaucratic background proved handy while shepherding LBJ from civic-minded concept to reality, as did the years he spent studying the transformative quality of brewing communities in Ontario, Quebec and Vermont. “We used to study small businesses and what makes them succeed,” he says. “In government, you do policy work and you don’t really get to see the results of what you’re trying. In business, it’s the exact opposite.” But Selch says he’s equally inspired by the allure of the Exchange District, and a harder- to-pin-down sense of pride — not only in ownership, but also community — that’s shared by downtown denizens, and Winnipeg residents in general. “When you think of the revitalization of downtown, there’s the gentrification of buildings and condos, and there are new restaurants and bars, and that’s all exciting,” he says. “But to come downtown and be an urban manufacturer and create jobs here is a different piece of that mix. I think that’s our contribution to the fabric of downtown, and to the fabric of Winnipeg.”
mandate to “do one thing, and do it well,” Selch teamed with brewmaster Bernie Wieland to create signature quaff 1919, the name of which references not only Winnipeg’s historic general strike, but also key ingredient Brewer’s Gold, an heirloom hop first developed for industry use the same year. The strategy paid off. Little Brown Jug is now available in bars and restaurants throughout the city — from trendy hotspots like The Cornerstone Bar and Merchant Kitchen to more mainstream hangouts like Moxie’s and even Salisbury House — and by summer, fans will be able to find 1919 in local liquor stores. Selch says he’s delighted by the response to his product, and proud of his clientele base, noting more than half his customers are women — somewhat atypical in craft-beer circles. He’s also happy with the relationships he’s built with bars and restaurants downtown, referring again to the spirit of cooperation that creates spinoff benefits throughout the district. “We’re first and foremost a production brewery — we have a taproom, but we’re not a brewpub … so we’re not really in competition,” he says. “People come here, they have a beer, they go somewhere else to eat, and maybe they come back later. We bring a different kind of crowd
[events] — we just sell the beer,” says Selch, a former economist who spent a decade working for the federal government in Ottawa before returning home to Winnipeg in 2015. “If people want to come and use our space, they’re free to use the space.” The former site of the City Hall livery stables, the brewery itself is a testament to Selch’s commitment to grain-to-glass transparency — from the open-concept taproom (complete with LED nightlights that illuminate the tanks after hours) to the 64-foot expanse of street-facing windows. Discovered following a chance encounter with building owner Brian Scharfstein, who shares Selch’s vision for a vibrant and viable Exchange District, the space was soon gutted, remediated and restored to showcase a mix of original features — like the counter and benches made from 100-year-old Douglas Fir board, found hanging between the steel trusses — and unapologetically contemporary additions. Having also invested heavily in green building features — including energy recovery systems that capture and reuse heat from the brewing process — Selch can proudly promote LBJ as a leader in environmental stewardship, as well. And then there’s the beer. Guided by the
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From the official flag-raising at City Hall on May 25 through to the Festival at the Forks June 2-3 and the Pride Parade on Sunday, June 3, there are many ways to celebrate with Pride Winnipeg. Visit pridewinnipeg.com for more options and details. (All events are free unless noted.) Pride SHOW YOUR
THURSDAY, MAY 24 LGBTQ2S Singles Night Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. 18+ event with cash bar.Tickets FRIDAY, MAY 25 University of Winnipeg Pride andTwo-Spirit Flag Raising U of W front lawn, 400 Spence St. 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Pride Winnipeg Official Flag Raising Ceremony City Hall, 510 Main St. 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m . $30 (includes one drink) wag.ca special events
6th Annual Pride Roller Derby Double Header Fort Garry Curling Club,
Queeriosity The Edge Gallery and Urban Art Centre, 611 Main St. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Art show. Forever Proud Block Party 8 p.m. - midnight The Cube, Old Market Square In support of Pride Winnipeg’s Resurgence Fund. Victoria Lush performs. Club 200 Pride Kickoff Party Club 200, 190 Garry St. The Incredible Miss Conception in Where in the World is Miss Conception Admission details at club200.ca
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All-ages licensed event.Tickets $10 at RBC Rainbow Resource Centre, Butcher Shop Skates or through Winnipeg Roller Derby League. PrideYouth Dance Party West End Cultural Centre,
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hosted by Marti Cummings. See pridewinnipeg.com for details. Winnipeg Frontrunners Pride Run Fun run or walk. Fundraiser for Reaching Out Winnipeg. Learn more at wpgfr.ca. Winnipeg’sTrans March Manitoba Legislature toThe Forks 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Rally followed by march toThe Forks. Cocktails Off Broadway 29 Spence Street 7:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m. Admission $20 Cocktail Celebration of Pride in support of the Snowy Owl Monarchist Society’s Community Development Award scholarship program for LGBTTQ* students. Learn more at impcourtmb.ca . Ladies Night Forth, 171 McDermot Ave. 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. Admission $20 Dance party for LGBTTQ* women and non-binary folks. Wear black. AWE – Women of Pride Pyramid Cabaret, 176 Fort St. 9:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. $15 in advance, $20 at the door Festival atThe Forks 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Proceeds go to Nine Circles Community Health Centre (ninecircles.ca). SUNDAY, JUNE 3 Pride Pancake Breakfast Club 200, 190 Garry St. 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Donations are accepted to supporting Rainbow Resource Centre youth initiatives. Pride Services Augustine United Church,
444 River Ave. Windsor Park United Church,
SATURDAY, MAY 26 Gutter Queen Bowling Bowl Below, 595 Mountain Ave. 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. LikeThat @ Sunshine House hosts a bowling party, with music and social food. Suggested donation $10 Paradise Rooftop Pride Party Tavern United, 260 Hargrave St. 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. Room Service Winnipeg hosts, with performances by Lita Takeela and Victoria Lush. $10 in advance at universe.com, $15 at the door SUNDAY, MAY 27 QPOCTalk: Mental Health Matters Revolution Wellness Centre, 433 Graham Ave. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pride Vigil Manitoba Legislative Building, 450 Broadway 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. MONDAY, MAY 28 LGBTT* Awareness Workshop for Immigrant and International Students Red River College, Great-West Life LectureTheatre, Roblin Centre, TUESDAY, MAY 29 Q-Cafe Strong Badger Coffeehouse, 679 Sargent Ave. 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. LikeThat @ Sunshine House hosts open-mic spoken word and music. 160 Princess St. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The Laramie Project Rachel BrowneTheatre, 211 Bannatyne Ave. 7:30 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
1062 Autumnwood Dr. 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m . Pride Rally Manitoba Legislature 10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. See pridewinnipeg.com Pride Parade
Three performances, May 29 - 31. Admission $15 (advance tickets at merakitheatreprojects@ gmail.com WEDNESDAY, MAY 30 Pride Business Networking Reception Little Brown Jug, 336 William Ave. 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Free for LGBT* Chamber of Commerce members, $25 for non-members. See mb-lgbt.biz for details. Prize Bingo Circle of LifeThunderbird House, 715 Main St. 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Sponsored byTwo-Spirited People of Manitoba Inc. Laundry Day Club 200,190 Garry St. 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. Underwear party! Admission $10. THURSDAY, MAY 31 I Have to Be Me: A Manitoba GSA Gathering Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 85 Israel Asper Way 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. FRIDAY, JUNE 1 2018 Reel Pride International Best
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PrideMART is on the move, setting up shop at a bigger, better location that will improve the experience for vendors and visitors alike. During the Pride Winnipeg Festival at The Forks June 2-3, PrideMART will be set up from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. along the walkway between the Inn at The Forks and the festival grounds, making it more easily accessible for all attendees.
some of Canada’s biggest companies. For example, TD Bank, RBC Royal Bank and BellMTS are all members,” O’Reilly says. “At PrideMART, you’ll find a number of ally-owned businesses including the banks, Arnold Brothers Trucking, the University of Winnipeg Bookstore and the City of Winnipeg.” Before PrideMART opens, the chamber is hosting another popular annual event — its Pride in Business networking reception — on Wednesday, May 30 at Little Brown Jug. “This Pride Week business mixer is an annual tradition for the Manitoba LGBT* Chamber and we expect this year, being hosted by such a fun chamber member who is so devoted to community, it’s going to be hugely popular.” In fact, O’Reilly expects the event to sell out. For ticket info, visit the chamber website at MB-LGBT.biz.
Organized by the Manitoba LGBT* Chamber of Commerce, the site will have something for everyone. “PrideMART features businesses and artisans with fantastic products for sale, as well as community groups and even employers looking to hire,” says Patrick O’Reilly, volunteer president of the chamber board. “We have 28 vendors and a dozen artisans, including fantastic local businesses like Motio Massage Therapy doing massage on site, Velocity Jewelry, Chante Lingerie, Amethyst Crystal and The Glitter Girls.” The Manitoba LGBT* Chamber of Commerce is open to all businesses, not just those that are LGBT-owned. And PrideMART’s mix of businesses reflects the diversity within the community. “The asterisk in our name is to represent our diverse allies, and there are many ally-owned businesses in the chamber, including
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Last November, the organization held its first Finding Rainbows Summit for older adults, prompting conversations about expanding the event to a national stage next year, and about adding a seniors resource coordinator position to the Centre’s staff, with an eye on expanded programming.
Everything Under the Rainbow Resource Centre programming is all-inclusive
A balanced budget, a busy programming roster, and major progress on new positions and some long-awaited projects — it’s been a banner year for Winnipeg’s Rainbow Resource Centre, with plans for continued growth in the coming months.
territorial ministers. “Lots of our older adults will tell us they don’t go to another seniors program, because they’re not convinced everyone is going to understand what their life experience is.” To that end, the Centre is also making progress on plans for dedicated housing for LGBT2SQ seniors in Winnipeg. The Positive Spaces Initiative committee recently secured a Winnipeg Foundation grant to fund a feasibility study into the project. Four community consultations have already taken place, with support shown for a plan to combine the housing project with a newly built home for the Rainbow Resource Centre itself — which has already expanded twice in the last year. “If we’re going to build something … we might as well co- locate those things and do one capital campaign,” he says. “It’s about maximizing the programming resources we have, as well as the physicality of the capital we’d be investing in and creating.” A bigger base of operations would allow the Centre to maintain its busy community event calendar and to continue with outreach efforts such as New Pride of Winnipeg, a support group for newcomers to Canada. In addition to New Pride, the Centre staffs a settlement worker who
Now in its 45th year of operation, the Osborne Village- situated non-profit has for decades provided support, resources and education to Manitoba’s LGBT2SQ community. Over the last 12 months, that’s meant a renewed focus on programs that offer invaluable social supports for community members of all ages — many of whom still face barriers, regardless of their age or cultural background. “For anybody who’s LGBT, we grow up in environments that tell us we shouldn’t be, or that we’re outcasts,” says Mike Tuthill, the Centre’s executive director for the last four years. “So any social support group, no matter the age range, is about people being able to find social connections with other people like them, who are going through similar struggles in life.” One of the more recent additions to the Centre’s programming umbrella is BLiNK (which signifies “not only blue, and not only pink”), a monthly playgroup for trans and gender-creative children and their families. Like many of the Centre’s offerings, BLiNK was initiated by families within the community, and has proven to be as beneficial to parents and siblings as to the gender non- conforming kids who provide its mandate. “We just worked with a family recently, and one of the kids — who’s cisgender — was really upset and the parents couldn’t figure out why,” says Tuthill. “It was because the kid’s sibling had decided they didn’t want to come to BLiNK anymore, so the cisgender kid was really sad because they weren’t to get to see their BLiNK friends, either.” The Centre also plays host to weekly Peer Project for Youth gatherings, providing opportunities for LGBT2SQ youth ages 13 to 21 to make social connections through everything from family dinners to arts and crafts, movie nights, and sports and rec activities. And every summer, the Centre welcomes 48 teens to Camp Aurora in the Whiteshell, a scenic retreat that seeks to build resiliency and self-esteem through experiential learning in a safe, supportive environment. On the other end of the spectrum, the Over the Rainbow group provides social supports for older adults and seniors, who meet twice a month for coffee, movie matinees and potluck dinners. Last November, the organization held its first Finding Rainbows Summit for older adults, prompting conversations about expanding the event to a national stage next year, and about adding a seniors resource coordinator position to the Centre’s staff, with an eye on expanded programming. “We know LGBT seniors are particularly vulnerable to isolation,” says Tuthill, who recently participated in Canada- wide consultations on the topic with federal, provincial and
Mike Tuthill, Rainbow Resource Centre, executive director. PHOTO BY DARCY FINLEY
can help newcomers navigate the refugee and immigration processes, and is in the process of hiring a newcomer programming coordinator, whose role will be to develop materials that address the specific challenges of LGBT2SQ immigrants. “Some folks face barriers — because of their sexual orientation
or gender identity — in feeling connected to their ethno-cultural community, which for many newcomers is generally a source of pride or strength or social support when settling in a new place,”Tuthill says. “Canadian LGBT folks navigate this all the time, as well. But I think the social support that comes from an ethno-cultural community is not needed in the same way if you’re someone who was born here.”
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