Warden Proclaims June as Pride Month in Simcoe County

June 1 to 30, 2026 

Midhurst/June 1, 2026 – Warden Basil Clarke has officially proclaimed June 2026 as Pride Month in the County of Simcoe. County Council gathered at the Administration Centre in Midhurst to raise the Pride flag, marking the beginning of Pride Month and demonstrating the County’s ongoing commitment to fostering safe, inclusive, and even more welcoming regional community.  

Pride Month is recognized across Canada as a time to celebrate the contributions, resilience, and diversity of 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals, while also acknowledging the ongoing work required to advance equity and inclusion. 

“Pride Month is a reminder of the strength that comes from embracing and celebrating our differences,” said Warden Basil Clarke. “In Simcoe County, we are committed to building communities where everyone feels seen, valued, and safe to be themselves. We demonstrate this commitment by flying the Pride flag throughout the month of June and by supporting initiatives that advance inclusion and strengthen our communities.” 

Residents are encouraged to participate in Pride Month by learning, reflecting, and engaging in actions that support a more inclusive Simcoe County for everyone, including taking part in Pride‑related events and activities hosted within their local municipalities. 

About the County of Simcoe

County of Simcoe is composed of 16 member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at simcoe.ca.

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