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Toronto Pride Celebrations Continue Despite Financial Woes

On June 14, 2025, Pride Toronto revealed it is experiencing a shortfall of $900,000 as a result of sponsors withdrawing support and increased expenses associated with organizing the festival.
Kojo Modeste, the executive director, attributed the loss of funding to a backlash in the U.S. against diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives during President Donald Trump's administration.
Major sponsors like Google, Nissan, Home Depot, and Clorox chose not to contribute this year, though Google employees will still march on June 29.
Toronto-Born drag king Krøme Inakuchi said companies withdrawing shows they “were never really with us to begin with,” emphasizing Pride's global welcome.
Despite financial difficulties, organizers like Modeste view a smaller festival as a chance to strengthen LGBTQ+ solidarity and continue grassroots roots.

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