June is Pride Month, a time to honour the history, achievements and resilience of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. At FVRL, Pride is more than just a month-long celebration; it’s part of our ongoing commitment to inclusion, representation and creating a welcoming space for everyone.

This month, we’re highlighting diverse voices through curated booklists, vibrant displays and community events that uplift queer stories and experiences. Join us as we celebrate love, identity and the power of sharing stories that reflect the beautiful diversity of our community.
 

Pride at Your Library

FVRL strives to be a safe and welcoming space for everyone — during Pride season and throughout the year. In June, you may notice more rainbow colours brightening our libraries, along with Pride-themed displays, reading recommendations and events. Visit our events database to find programs like 2SLGBTQIA+ themed book clubs, films and crafting programs.

Community Events Throughout the Summer

While June is widely recognized as Pride Month to honour New York’s Stonewall Uprising in June of 1969, Fraser Valley communities celebrate Pride at various times throughout the summer. Though these celebrations are more modest than the big city Pride festivals, our local events provide fun and entertainment for the whole family, along with a chance to connect with community partners. You might even run into FVRL staff offering prizes and reading suggestions!

Check out these upcoming Pride events in our FVRL communities:

 

FVRL staff attend a Pride Month celebration.

FVRL staff attend Pride festivals in many Fraser Valley communities throughout the summer. Check out our booth for prizes and reading suggestions!

Read With Pride

Explore Pride reading lists for all ages and interests! Whether you’re looking for a picture book about diverse families or a spicy grown-up romance, FVRL offers age-appropriate reading suggestions to entertain and enlighten:

Pride Month on Kanopy

Movie lovers will have lots to celebrate this Pride season. Kanopy’s curated collection of 2SLGBTQIA+ films features stories of courage, identity and love. From ground-breaking documentaries to critically acclaimed features, these titles shine a light on queer voices and experiences. Available to stream any time with your FVRL card:

A promotion for Kanopy's Pride Month collection features an image from the 2018 film The Gospel According to André directed by Kate Novack.