of his growing up in St. Thomas at a time when LGBTQ+ identification was misunderstood. Our final stop was at the West Elgin Community Health Centre in West Lorne where Mayor Duncan McPhail read his proclamation as the fifth flag was raised to an appreciative crowd. This was the fifth year the WECHC raised the flag. Rainbow Club member Becky Thompson recorded all ceremonies on our tour and posted them on Facebook for those unable to attend. Thanks Becky! Thanks also to OPP Constable Troy Carlson for supporting and accompanying us. It was a wonderful, emotional day and I was so appreciative to Martin for including me on this historic Pride Week celebration.
Pride Flag Raising – Elgin County Heritage Centre
Pride Flag Raising – Family and Children’s Services
Pride Flag Raising – West Lorne
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Page 9 Issue 5 • Fall 2020
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