Pride could not happen without the support of our volunteers.
Find out how you can get involved!
Celebrating individuals, organizations & businesses that are making a positive impact on London's LGBT community.
As a non-profit organization, Pride London Festival relies on the support of our sponsors, advertisers, vendors
& community partners to help facilitate our event lineup. When you support Pride London Festival your
generosity supports diversity, inclusion, education & acceptance for the LGBT community & our allies.
Show your support & sign up to be 2018 Pride London Festival Sponsor!
The chart below outlines our general benefits structure for each level of sponsorship, however we strive to offer flexible options & are willing to customize a package that meets your needs & desires.
In 2011, the International Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce pegged the buying power of the LGBTTQ* community in Canada at just over $100 billion, which is 10% of the Canadian consumer market.
[Source: Valuing the Gay Dollar, Brendan Stevens, Ivy Business Review, Aprill 2011]
| Platinum $10,000+ | Platinum $10,000+
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| Gold $5,000 | Gold $5,000
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| Silver $2,500 | Silver $2,500
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| Bronze $1,000 | Bronze $1,000
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| Supporter $500 | Supporter $500
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| Friend $100 | Friend $100
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All contributors to the Pride London Festival, both in-kind and financial, will be recognized using the above sponsorship levels.
Please fill out all information possible. Information with * is required. Your information will be handled with care and will not be shared with any third party organizations.
Get noticed & show your support in the 2018 Pride Guide!
The Pride Guide is Pride London Festival’s official event program & includes a full listing of Pride events, community resources & parade information.
The guide offers businesses a chance to advertise directly to the growing LGBT2Q communities, as well as their friends, family & allies. Not only is it a great marketing opportunity, but also a chance to let Londoners know that you support the positive social change that Pride stands for.
More than 7,500 copies of the guide will be printed & distributed, & will be available at PrideLondon.ca/PrideGuide.
Studies have shown that 30% of the LGBTTQ* market’s purchasing decisions are influenced by advertising, over 50% are influenced
by a company’s employment practices and active promotion of LGBTTQ*-friendly policies.
[Source: Valuing the Gay Dollar, Brendan Stevens, Ivy Business Review, Aprill 2011]
Artwork Deadline: Friday, April 6th, 2018
| Back Cover: | $2,500 |
| Inside Cover: | $2,000 |
| Full Page: | $800 |
| Half Page: | $500 |
| Third Page: | $300 |
| Quarter Page: | $250 |
| Sixth Page: | $200 |
Applications for exhibiting in the 2018 Pride in the Park are now closed.
Please watch for information in February 2019 for information about next year's event.
Be part of the 7th outdoor festival in beautiful Victoria Park in the heart of downtown London!
The 3-day festival will run Friday, July 27th to Sunday, July 29th, and will feature entertainment, a beer/wine garden, food vendors, exhibitor tent, ARF Ontario Pet Zone & TD Kids Zone.
Friday, July 27th 6:00pm - 11:00pm
Saturday, July 28th 11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday, July 29th 11:00am - 6:00pm
This year, we will be offering two options for exhibitors:
COMMUNITY TENT: Exhibitor space located under a large community tent. Includes one 8 foot table, two chairs & the option to have a hydro hookup.
INDIVIDUAL SPACE: Exhibitor space (approx. 15’ x 15’) located along path in Victoria Park. Includes one 8 foot table, two chairs & the option to have a hydro hookup. Vendor must provide own tent.
Setup will take place on Friday, July 27th from 12:00pm - 6:00pm. All cars & trucks must be out of the park no later than 5:30pm & may not be in the park at any time while the festival is open. This is for the security of everyone & is in accordance with the City of London Bylaws.
Parking passes are limited & are only available for food vendors. Parking is available in lots to the east, west & south of Victoria Park at a fee.
All vendors are responsible for the removal of any garbage & recycling they bring into the park.
Teardown for the festival will begin on Sunday at 6:00pm. Vendors may not bring vehicles in the park until after 6:00pm & the festival is closed. This is an issue of public safety.
| Food Vendor | |
| Exhibitor | |
| Non-Profit/Charitable Organization |
Applications for participating in the 2018 London Pride Parade are now closed.
Please watch for information in February 2019 for information about next year's parade!
Show your Pride & take part in the 24th Annual London Pride Parade on Sunday, July 29th, 2018!
In the spirit of inclusivity, all 2018 municipal candidates are invited to participate in one walking group.
No vehicles will be permitted & limited signage rules will be in effect.
2018 PARADE REGISTRATION FEES
| ENTRY TYPE | ||
| Non-Profit, School or Faith Based Organization | ||
| Small Business (25 or less paid employees) | ||
| Union or Political Group | ||
| Large Business (26 or more paid employees) |
For any questions about the parade, please email parade@pridelondon.ca.
All parade entries must send a representative to the mandatory parade meeting on Tuesday, July 24th, 2018 at 5:00pm at Aeolian Hall.
Sign up to volunteer for Pride London Festival by completing the form below.
For any questions about volunteering, please email volunteer@pridelondon.ca.
Please fill out all information possible. Information with * is required. Your information will be handled with care and will not be shared with any third party organizations.
Sign up to be a member of Pride London Festival by completing the form below.
For any questions about membership, please email scott@pridelondon.ca.
Please fill out all information possible. Information with * is required. Your information will be handled with care and will not be shared with any third party organizations.
Submissions for the 2018 Pride London Festival Art Show & Sale have now closed.
Please watch for information in December 2018 about next year's submission process.
For more information about the 2018 Art Show, click here.
Nominations for 2018 are now closed.
Please watch for information in December 2018 about next year's nomination process.
Do you know an individual, business, community group or organization that has made a positive contribution to London’s LGBT community? It’s time to shine the light on the people that are making a difference in our community!
TO NOMINATE AN INDIVIDUAL OR ORGANIZATION, please complete the form below.
All complete nominations will be considered and final voting will be done by the Pride London Festival Board of Directors. Nomination deadline is Friday, April 6th, 2018..
PRIDE PARADE GRAND MARSHAL
The Parade Grand Marshal is a very important position of honour that is awarded annually to an individual or organization that has gone above and beyond to improve the quality of life for LGBT2Q communities in London.
Not only will the 2018 Parade Grand Marshal lead our 24th Annual London Pride Parade, they will also be recognized with a special award at our annual Pride London Festival Awards.
BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION CONTRIBUTION AWARD
The Business/Organization Contribution Award is given each year to recognize a group’s commitment to improving London’s LGBT2Q communities, through partnerships with Pride London Festival and/or other initiatives that promote inclusivity, education & positive social change.
The 2018 Business/Organization Award winner will be recognized with a special award at our annual Pride London Festival Awards.
INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTION AWARD
The Individual Contribution Award is given each year to someone that demonstrates an extreme passion for improving the lives of London’s LGBT2Q communities. Through work with Pride London Festival and/or other projects happening throughout the year, this individual should be someone that is actively working/volunteering in the community within the past year.
The 2018 Individual Award winner will be recognized with a special award at our annual Pride London Festival Awards.
RAINBOW YOUTH LEADERSHIP BURSARY
The Rainbow Youth Leadership Bursary honours an area high school student for accomplishments and contributions he/she has made to the community; whether at home, school, religious institution, athletic or academic team, or another social group. Specifically, his/her contributions must include leadership that has supported tolerance and acceptance of London and the surrounding area’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual and two-spirited people, their supporters, or any community group represented under the diverse Rainbow banner. The opportunity to be nominated is not exclusive to LGBTT2 members.
The Rainbow Youth Leadership Bursary is funded by the Rainbow Youth Bursary Fund. Nominations for the RYLB will open on March 6, 2018.
To nominate a deserving youth, please visit: www.LCF.on.ca
Sponsorship & Advertising Inquiries: sponsorship@pridelondon.ca
Exhibitor/Vendor Inquiries: vendors@pridelondon.ca
Pride Parade: parade@pridelondon.ca
Volunteering & Membership: volunteer@pridelondon.ca
Art Show Inquiries: artshow@pridelondon.ca
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