Atlantic, Canada
Canada’s east coast region is made up of the provinces of Newfoundland/ Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. This historic and culturally diverse region includes stunning parks, spectacular beaches, national historic sites, and the highest concentration of UNESCO World Heritage sites in Canada.
Close to two and a half million people call this region home, spread out over rugged coastlines, scenic islands, pine forests, and delightful cities. Picture postcard perfect lighthouses dot the landscape, and some of the best seafood in the world on offer at all ports of call, are just some of the reasons to visit this dynamic region.
The rainbow flag also proudly flies throughout major cities, as well as in some of the delightful smaller urban centres throughout the summer months. Rainbow crosswalks are starting to appear where you may not expect them, and it can be an added delight to schedule a visit to coincide with one of regions 2SLGBTQI+ Pride celebrations. Check out festivities in Halifax, Sydney, Amherst, Yarmouth, St. John’s, St. John, Moncton, Fredericton, Charlottetown and Summerside, among others.
Halifax
Halifax, the capital of the province of Nova Scotia and largest city on Canada’s Atlantic coast, is home to a thriving 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Halifax has a well-developed 2SLGBTQI+ infrastructure and is home to Canada’s fourth largest 2SLGBTQI+ cultural festival, Pride Parade and Community Fair. Halifax Pride began in 1988 and expectations are that over 150,000 participants will join in the Halifax Pride Festival, which takes place JULY 17- 20, 2025.
In 2024, a couple of new 2SLGBTQI+ venues opened in Halifax, including Rumours HFX, STARDUST Bar + Kitchen, as well as pop-up Haven Dance & Night Club. Check out their links in our Resources section for additional information.
Visit Halifax Rainbow Encyclopedia, Wayves Magazine, StationDRG and Discover Halifax’s 2SLGBTQI+ pages for information and links to events, resources, allied businesses, Pride, Marriage and more.
Resources:
discoverhalifaxns.com/plan/lgbthalifaxresources
www.halifaxpride.com
stationdrg.com
www.stardustbar.ca
gay.hfxns.org
wayves.ca
www.instagram.com/haven.hfx
