INSPIRE Tour: History in Action
Solidarity in Resistance. Vision in Action. Power in Progress.
This year, the Day of Pink INSPIRE Tour travels across Canada, bringing over free events directly into classrooms & community spaces to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ trailblazers and inspire the next generation.
From classrooms to community halls, queer and trans voices have always driven change. This tour honours that legacy, marking two pivotal anniversaries in Canadian history:
The 50th Anniversary of the Montreal Olympic Raids
The 55th Anniversary of the 'We Demand' Protest
But this tour is not just about the past—it’s about history as an active tool to build a respectful, equitable, and affirming tomorrow.
🎙️ What to Expect
The INSPIRE Tour is an immersive experience featuring a brand-new play by Lawrence Aronovitch, short documentary screenings, and interactive discussions.
Our tour brings history to life through art and multimedia—sharing stories of intersectional solidarity and brave activism that laid the foundation for federal equality.
This is not just a show. It’s a movement to inspire action.
Upcoming events:
October 7-10, 2026 – Winnipeg (Click here for tickets)
October 16, 2026 – Lac Seul FN
October 18, 2026 – Vancouver
October 21, 2026 – Edmonton
October 22, 2026 – Calgary
October 24, 2026 – Chestermere
October 24, 2026 – Beaumont
October 28, 2026 – Halifax
October 30, 2026 – Sydney
March 31, 2027 – Ottawa
April 2, 2027 – Kingston
April 8, 2027 – Hamilton
April 10, 2027 – Toronto
April 11, 2027 – Walpole FN
April 18, 2027 – Thunder Bay
April 22, 2027 – Montreal
🎟️ Get Involved
Tickets are free and open to all. Join us for an unforgettable night of theatre, short docs and shared purpose.
🧠 Learn & Engage
🏆 50th Anniversary of Montreal Olympic Raids short documentary 🎥 and curriculum toolkits
🏛️ 55th Anniversary of 'We Demand' Protest short documentary 🎥 and curriculum toolkits
🎭 Lawrence Aronovitch's New Play script and post-show discussion guides
📥 Download campaign tools like posters, graphics, and more!
🛍️ Grab an INSPIRE T-shirt and limited-edition artwear by Marketing Therapy
💖 Donate to support free workshops and programming across Canada
🗣️ Let Your Voice INSPIRE
Use #DayOfPink2027 and #InspireChange to share your voice, your story, and your legacy. Because history isn't just the past—it's how we build tomorrow.
Event Details:
What’s happening? Theatrical performances of a brand-new play by Lawrence Aronovitch, short documentary screenings, and interactive discussions celebrating Canadian 2SLGBTQIA+ milestones.
Are there any costs? All events are 100% free and bilingual. You are invited to make a donation to support our programming, but it is completely optional.
What if I have accessibility needs? All venues feature accessible accommodations. If you have specific accessibility needs, please let us know 15 days before the event so we can accommodate you: info@dayofpink.org
What if my school or community wants to host in the future? Sign up for our future tours here.
Join us in thanking our Sponsors: Government of Canada; Air Canada; Gargoyle Theatre; VIA RAIL; our amazing volunteers, and donors like YOU!
For more information on this project and to become a sponsor, please contact us at: info@dayofpink.org
Media Coverage:
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Past events:
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