B.C.’s premier is rallying behind inclusiveness in the Okanagan.
Christy Clark will participate in the We Are One pride march Saturday in Kelowna.
“This is the first time a premier will walk in the march,” said Sydney Lawson, Okanagan Pride Society president.
“We all know politics is tough, so for her to show her support of the LGBTQ community and being able to do it here with us, well, we are very pleased to have her. Many people believe that pride is just about the LGBTQ community but it is for anyone that understand the importance of equality and safe communities for all. It’s about celebrating diversity and inclusion.”
Also participating in the parade are Lake Country MP Stephen Fuhr, Kelowna Mayor Colin Basran and Penticton Mayor Andrew Jakubeit.
Anyone wanting to participate can meet at Stuart Park by 10:45 a.m. and the march begins at 11 a.m.