A pastor in the area shared a blog post titled 'Why Altona should not have a Gay Pride Parade.' 'This kind of thing, having representation, is important - not just for me but for our kids and our community,' she said.ĭespite the excitement from some in the community, it isn't being felt by all. One woman, who didn't want to be named due to safety concerns for herself and her family, said she is extremely excited to attend the event this year and plans to go with her wife and kids.

with a flag raising and a greeting from the mayor. The festivities will get underway at 1 p.m. It will also be an opportunity for our allies to come out and show that support.' 'This will be an opportunity for members of the rainbow community to see that support visibly. 'I think that's hugely important,' said Peter Wohlgemut, the president of Pembina Valley Pride. Pembina Valley Pride will be hosting the event on Saturday – the first parade the organization will be holding. For the first time in the town's history, Altona will be having a pride parade, but not everyone is open to the idea of the event.