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Toronto Pride Celebrations Continue Despite Financial Woes
Pride Toronto said Wednesday it’s facing a $900,000 funding gap due to sponsors pulling out and the rising costs of running the festival. Executive director Kojo Modeste linked the corporate withdrawals to backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in the United States under President Donald Trump’s administration. Though this year’s Pride won’t look much different than usual, Modeste said next year’s festival is likely to be scaled down as a result of the shortfall – a move that will threaten its reputation and status. Google, Nissan, Home Depot and Clorox are among the companies that decided not to contribute funds this year.
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15 hours ago·Toronto, Canada
Pride Toronto has lost several corporate sponsors leading up to this year’s festivities, but artists and organizers say the show will go on.
16 hours ago·Canada
While not all queer organizations are facing the same financial woes as Pride Toronto, some community members say they understand why Pride events have become unaffordable.
18 hours ago·Toronto, Canada
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