The roots of the modern Pride movement in the province began with a quiet, courageous step during the summer of 1971. A simple classified ad placed in an alternative newspaper sparked a social revolution.
By late August, dedicated local activists officially formed Saskatoon Gay Action and the Gay Students Alliance. These were the very first organized gay rights groups in Saskatchewan history.
The launch closely followed a historic national protest held in Ottawa earlier that same month.
The brave volunteers in Saskatoon defied intense social stigma to create safe spaces, provide community support, and fight for basic human rights.
Their groundwork in August 1971 paved the way for decades of prairie activism and inclusion.
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100 Years of Saskatchewan History
This article is part of a series that celebrates both the history of Saskatchewan and the 100th anniversary of one of Saskatchewan's most storied radio stations. For more key moments from the last 100 years, visit the CKRM timeline.
