2nd Annual Walk Away From Homophobia
Program Lineup

As Mayor Roger McDonell signs the proclamation, in recognition of Campbell River's 2nd Annual Walk Away from Homophobia, David Mielke pins a rainbow ribbon to his lapel. Wayne Stewart and Ellen Robertson from CR Pride proudly show the banner, which will be carried during the 2nd Annual Walk Away from Homophobia on Thursday, May 15.

Start 5:30 PM

• Reading and Invocation of Intention - David Mielke
  
  
• The Walk itself led by lone piper, Brian Shaw
  
  
• Arrival back at Robert Ostler Park and opening comments by Master of Ceremonies, Al Buxton
  
  
• Morgan Ostler, City Councillor, reading the Proclamation signed by Mayor McDonell
  
  
• Catherine Bell speech - Member of Parliament
  
  
• Youth For Diversity Group performing a theatrical piece about homophobia
  
  
• Liam Grimm speech - Human Rights Activist
  
  
• Claire Trevena speech - Member of the Legislative Assembly For The North Island
  
  
• Observations and thoughts by Ellen Robertson, Human Rights Activist
  
  
• Mel Schwartz speech - Human Rights Activist
  
  
• Alex Axsen & Bill Swales -  'Colored Candles' song dedicated to all those who have suffered or died due to homophobia.
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• Closing remarks by the MC, and invitation to post-walk celebration at The Royal Coachman.
  

Finish by 7:00 PM

7:30 PM Post-walk gathering upstairs at The Royal Coachman. This is open to anyone who would like to come. A special limited menu will be available.