The Progress Pride flag was raised at Province House in Halifax today, June 26, to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and reaffirm the government’s commitment to advancing inclusion, respect and belonging for all Nova Scotians. The news release is at: https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/06/26/progress-pride-flag-raised-halifax
Public Works Minister Fred Tilley welcomes people to the grounds of Province House in Halifax for the annual Progress Pride flag raising.
(Province of Nova Scotia)
Attorney General and Justice Minister Scott Armstrong, Minister responsible for the Office of Equity and Anti-Racism, speaks at the flag raising and recognizes the strength, resilience and contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities across Nova Scotia. (Province of Nova Scotia)
Tracey Barbrick, Deputy Minister champion for the Pride Nova Scotia Government Employee Network, speaks at the flag raising and emphasizes that employees should feel safe bringing their full selves to work. (Province of Nova Scotia)
Steve Roy, co-Chair of the Pride Nova Scotia Government Employee Network, speaks at the flag raising and celebrates advancements for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. (Province of Nova Scotia)
