Chris & Jackie werk the Pride Mobile
Pride Champions Liz, David, Mike, Jackie, Bob, Jim & Bob during our 2025 Vision Town Hall
Tanya & Justine
Pride Crew members Deb & Wendy
Nicole, Nicole, Shannon, Christine, Lauren & Chris
TOGETHER
WE RISE
Pride in the Highlands is a volunteer-run non-profit dedicated to serving the vibrant communities throughout the Haliburton Highlands. We work hard and play harder. We provide a safe space for everyone to bring their full-selves to all that we do. We lean on one another, lift each other up, and rise together. Whether it's through hosting events that celebrate inclusivity or providing resources and support for those in need, we are committed to making the Haliburton Highlands a place where Everyone is Welcome.
join the pride crew
we're actively recruiting for planning committee members & pride crew volunteers
Reed & Jackie
Hi! I'm Lindsay, the Volunteer Co-ordinator here at Pride in the Highlands.
I wanted to share a little about myself, what organizations like Pride in the Highlands mean to me, and why I think it’s important to volunteer. On this page, you'll also find future volunteer opportunities through Pride in the Highlands.
I'm an asexual and aromantic person. I didn’t have those terms to define myself when I was younger. I spent a lot of my youth wishing that I was more like the people around me and waiting to experience feelings of attraction like my peers did while pretending I did to fit in. At university my friend was the head of Pride on Campus. It was through him that I learned more about the LGBTQIA+ rainbow. It was through conversations with other members of Pride on Campus and friends on their own journey of self discovery that I gained a greater understanding of the asexual and aromantic spectrums. After some soul-searching in my twenties, I realised I was on that spectrum. I finally felt like I belonged somewhere and that I wasn’t alone. I credit the connections I made through Pride on Campus for that life-changing moment and the support system they offered me to work through those layers.
I hope to be that same support system for those who are exploring their own journey; to help people realize that they are not alone. Pride in the Highlands gives me that opportunity and be a part of a wonderful community.
Volunteering is a great way to be a part of Pride in the Highlands. Volunteers are the backbone of the wonderful events we produce throughout the year - we wouldn't have Pride with them. As a volunteer you’ll get to participate in events, connect with other members of our community, and be a part of the face of Pride in the Highlands. By volunteering at Pride, you directly help our wider community by creating connections, empowering LGBTQIA+ youth, sharing information, and taking a stand against bigotry. You’ll also make new friends and have a lot of fun! If you are considering joining the Pride Crew, drop me a line and let's connect!
Together We Rise,
Lindsay
PRIDE CREW ROLES
The Pride Crew is the heart of everything that we do as an organization. All of our activities rely on the generous support of our amazing volunteers. We are so grateful to everyone offering their time, passion or expertise to further our mandate to make the Haliburton Highlands a place where Everyone is Welcome.
Being a part of the Pride Crew is a great way to connect with fellow crew members and support your community in a fun, safe and supportive environment. Make connections and an impact!
We have lots of different ways to volunteer as a Pride Crew member with Pride in the Highlands.
Opportunities may include:
Werk the Pride Mobile at events like Canada Day, Haliburton County Fair, and Midnight Madness:
o Accepting Donations
o Selling Rainbow Gear
o Connecting with the Community
o Handing out Free Stickers
o Sharing Information about Future Events
Help Run Pride Events:
o Set-up, Decorating and Clean-up
o Accepting Donations
o Selling or Collecting Tickets
o Checking in Participants and Providing Information
We'll regularly update this space with specific roles, activities or support needs as we move through the season.
If you're interested in joining the Pride Crew get in touch with Lindsay: volunteer@prideinthehighlands.ca
OPEN COMMITTEE ROLES
The Pride in the Highlands Planning Committee is a small team of dedicated community members committed to organizing our roster of events and producing our annual festival.
Program Coordinator
‐ Oversees the team leaders for each Pride event
‐ Builds schedules, monitors and reports event status to committee
‐ Ensures that venues are booked (and paid for, if required) well in advance
‐ Ensures that event descriptions are up‐to‐date for promotions
‐ Liaises with Volunteer Coordinator and Event Leads re: volunteer requirements at each event
‐ Liaises with Equipment Coordinator re: requirements for set-up at each event
‐ Coordinates event attendance/ticket tracking
‐ Manages event surveys in conjunction
‐ Supports Treasurer in maintaining budget for each event
‐ Reports to and follows the directions of the Committee
Social Events Coordinator
‐ Builds calendar for social events, liaise with venues on location, activities, costs
‐ Works with Marketing and Social Media Coordinators issue announcements
- Works with Volunteer Coordinator to enlist and engage volunteers
- Works with venue on activities/ food etc.
If you are interested in joining the Pride Planning Committee, please email Chris: chair@prideinthehighlands.ca
