BLOOM Meet-Up: St. John’s Pride Parade & Pride in the Park
Celebrate Pride with Bloom. Join us for the St. John’s Pride Parade and a community meet-up at Bannerman Park.
Bloom is joining the St. John’s Pride Parade on Sunday, July 19th, as part of our commitment to inclusion, allyship, and belonging. This is a chance to celebrate together, show support for diverse identities, and connect with your community in one of St. John’s most vibrant annual events. After the parade, everyone is welcome to join us at Bannerman Park for a relaxed afternoon with light refreshments and activities.
When & Where
📅 Sunday, July 19, 2025
⏱️ Meet at 11:00 a.m. (if marching with Bloom)
📍 St. John’s City Hall, 10 New Gower Street (parade start)
📍 Bannerman Park (meet-up, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.)
Why attend?
For newcomers who are curious about Pride but unsure what to expect, or who don’t want to show up alone for the first time, this is a friendly group to experience it with. You can walk with Bloom in the parade, cheer from the sidelines along the route, or skip straight to the park meet-up afterward. There is no right or wrong way to participate. Come at whatever level feels comfortable for you.
The parade is a visible celebration of inclusion, equity, and belonging, values that Bloom holds at its core. By joining us, you are part of that.
For more about Pride in the Park and what St. John’s Pride will be offering at Bannerman Park, visit the event page here.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle and sunscreen
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Registration is required to attend with Bloom.
🌱 Bloom – A Free Wellness and Community Integration Initiative for Newcomers in Newfoundland and Labrador
Bloom supports your well-being, connection, and meaningful integration at any stage of your journey as you build your new life here.
Brought to you by Amal Unite & Empower, with generous support from IRCC, the North Pine Foundation, and JIG (Department of Job, Immigration & Growth).
🔔 Important: One-Time Participant Form (Required)
To help us continue offering free wellness activities to the community, we ask all participants to complete a short one-time information form.
This is a requirement from our funders and helps us keep Bloom running at no cost to you. The information is confidential and used only for reporting and planning.
👉 Please fill out the form before attending: https://qx0bg.share.hsforms.com/2QkdtyUk1Rnq6VA5_MEBIZg
If the form isn’t completed in advance, you may not be able to participate — so thank you for taking a moment to support this important step.
📸 Photography & Video Notice: Photos or videos may be taken during Bloom events to help promote our programming. By attending, you consent to this use. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.
Feel free to reach out at bloom@amalnl.ca for more information or any inquiries.