Our Pride Week community recognizes and embraces the origins of Pride as a political struggle for the rights, safety, and acceptance of 2SLGBTQ+ people, many of whom live at the intersections of multiple forms of marginalization by not only gender and sexuality, but also race, class, disability, neurodivergence, citizenship, age, religion, place of origin, and more. A celebration of the U of A's 2SLGBTQ+ community, Pride Week is also an opportunity to reflect on our campus and ourselves.
Pride Week is a collaboration with the campus community and the Fyrefly Institute. Besides creating Pride Week, Fyrefly has served 2SLGBTQ+ people for more than twenty years, fighting for queer rights since before marriage equality was achieved in Canada. Every year, our thriving programs and services reach and support thousands of people throughout the province.
FEATURED EVENTS
To register for events, visit the event pages below. If you are having trouble registering for events or have other questions, email the Fyrefly Institute team at fyrefly@ualberta.ca.
If you do not see a button to register for an event, it means that it is a drop-in where registration is not required.
Community Coffee Drop-In
March 14
Come and enjoy a warm beverage and queer conversation. This is a chance to build community, share queer space, and engage in a quaint chat. Celebrate U of A Pride week with your queer community!
Ride the Rainbow Spin
March 14
Get ready to ride with pride in our Ride the Rainbow Spin class. Join us for an energetic and empowering indoor cycling class that celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and the joy of movement. Ride to the beats of a vibrant and uplifting playlist that celebrates the 2SLGBTQ+ community and the spirit of Pride. Our class is open to all fitness levels and identities. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a first-timer, this ride is for you!
Two-Spirit / Indigiqueer Pasts, Presents, and Futures
March 27
Explore strategies that foster decolonial allyship practices in the spaces we occupy, including the workplace and interpersonally. Facilitated by the Fyrefly Institute’s Where the Rivers Meet Program Coordinator, Rae Madge.
Rainbow Yoga Flow
March 14
Join us for a special Pride Week Yoga Class that embraces the spirit of love, acceptance, and unity. This inclusive yoga session is designed to celebrate the 2SLGBTQ+ community and create a space where everyone feels welcome. Let's move, breathe, and celebrate love in all its forms. All equipment will be provided. This class is open to all ages and abilities.
Buy U of A Pride merch!
Brighten up your wardrobe and your space whilst showing your support for the 2SLGBTQ+ community! All proceeds from the U of A Pride Collection support the Fyrefly Institute.
Visit the Bookstore
Thank you to our supporters!
Thank you to our Pride Week committee and everyone who supports Pride at the University of Alberta, for providing a wide range of events catered to the diverse interests of our university community!
In addition to Pride Week, Fyrefly Institute's programming includes the CHEW Project, Fyrefly in Schools, the Alberta GSA Conference, Camp fYrefly and Where the Rivers Meet. Our programs empower 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and communities and promote safe, inclusive spaces. The generosity of donors allows us to continue to create meaningful change within our communities.
Our Supporters