This year’s Vancouver Pride Parade on Sunday, August 6 will take a new route, nearly twice as long as the previous one, and is designed to be more accessible. The parade will start at Davie and Denman streets, go down Beach Street, and then continue to Pacific Boulevard before ending at Concord Community Park near the end of False Creek. This is a significant change from the old 2.1-kilometer route that used to start on Robson Street and end with a festival at Sunset Beach. The decision to change the route was driven by a focus on accessibility. The organizers conducted an audit of the old site’s accessibility parameters and found that Sunset Beach had several accessibility issues, making it difficult for some individuals to participate in the Pride festivities. To ensure inclusivity, the new route includes accessible viewing points for seniors and people with mobility challenges. Additionally, the Yaletown Roundhouse Community Centre will provide a low-sensory area for people to take a break during the parade. The Vancouver Pride Parade has made significant efforts to enhance accessibility for all participants. There will be multiple accessible viewing zones along the parade route, each equipped with shade tents, various seating options, [...]