A Celebration of Pride, Inclusion, and Community!
Pride Month is in full swing at the University of Toronto, with the Progress Pride flag raised high on all three campuses since June 4. At Spaces & Experiences, we join Pride celebrations every year, happy to create space for joy, connection and visibility for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Drag, Dance, and Prideful Moments
A highlight of this year’s event was the return of the always fabulous drag performers Messy Margaret and Sanjina, who brought energy, laughter, and fierce performances to the stage. Together with DJ-spun tracks, they created an afternoon of dancing and inclusive celebration embodying the spirit of Pride.
Staff and tenants alike came together to celebrate in a welcoming and joyful space, perfectly reflecting the core values of Spaces & Experiences here at U of T.
Showcasing the 2025 Pride Merchandise Collection
A much-anticipated part of the S&E Pride tradition is the annual Pride capsule collection—available year-round at the St. George, UTSC, and UTM Bookstores, as well as online. This year, the new collection was proudly modeled by members of the U of T Drag Club, a student group that works to uplift the artistry, self-expression, and empowerment of drag culture through workshops and live performances.
We were thrilled to collaborate with the U of T Drag Club and spotlight their talent as part of our 2025 Pride celebration.
The 2025 Pride merchandise collection is now available in-store and online. Celebrate Pride, support student initiatives, and wear your colours all year long.
Pride Month Staff Event
This year, over 90 S&E staff members gathered at the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus for an afternoon filled with vibrant live entertainment, delicious food, and uplifting music. The annual Pride celebration, co-led by Telisha Mensah and Ivan Canete from the S&E Equity and Diversity Event Committee, brought colleagues and tenants together in a shared space of celebration and support.
Throughout the event, S&E staff also reflected on what Pride at U of T means to them—underscoring the importance of visibility, allyship, and creating a culture where everyone can bring their complete self to work and campus life.
S&E Pride Luncheon
Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus, 108 College St.
East Winter Garden, 7th floor
Thursday, June 5, 11am-1pm
Keep the Celebration Going
Spaces & Experiences remains committed to fostering inclusive environments where every identity is welcomed, celebrated, and respected. We look forward to many more Pride celebrations to come.
Learn more about Spaces & Experiences Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan.
