Join the 200+ contingents, over 200,000 marchers, and 2.6 million spectators for our 2023 Pride Parade. Join us for our 42nd commemoration in person!
The Pride Parade is about celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive experience for all. Pride Toronto is excited to be taking a more sustainable approach to its annual Parade which will be held Sunday June 25th at 2:00pm with the goal to eventually host a zero-waste Pride festival in the future.
Pride Parade Quick Facts
42
Years
55,000+
Live Online Viewers
200+
Contingents
Participation Details
In order to do our part in reducing the carbon footprint of the festival weekend, we are strongly encouraging Parade contingents, sponsors, partners and community members to consider marching in the annual Parade over the use of registering vehicles and floats. This eco-friendly approach is not only better for our environment but also allows us to celebrate the origins of Pride Toronto that started as a protest. Costumes, themed collectives and creativity is highly encouraged.
- Should registering a vehicle or float still be preferred, we are introducing new requirements and regulations that must be abided by in order to participate in the Parade. Details include:
Vehicles must either be:- A certified hybrid vehicle.
- A certified e-powered vehicle.
- A vehicle with a diesel engine that will exclusively use biodiesel for the duration of the Parade (this includes arrival and departure).
- Trailers must be a maximum length of 14 feet. Please ensure that your vehicle hitch ball is the correct weight and size to pull the respected trailer.
Proof of compliance to the new regulations must be provided to Pride Toronto no later than June 9, 2023.
If you are interested in participating in the Pride Parade 2023, please review the Terms and Conditions.
If you are interested in participating and facing financial barriers, please contact us at parade@pridetoronto.com to see how you can participate for 2023.
Parade Pricing Guide
Permit Category M
Permit Type
Earlybird
Jan 12 – Feb 13
Regular
Feb 14 – Apr 14
Late
Apr 15 – May 8
Motorcycle Permit
$11
$11
$52
Permit Category A
Community Group – Reserved for community groups who do not have a non-profit or charity registration number.
Permit Types
Earlybird
Jan 12 to Feb 13
Regular
Feb 14 to Apr 14
Late
Apr 15 to May 8
Permit 1: Marching Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$52
$52
$52
Permit 2: Marching and Sampling Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$206
$258
$772
Permit 3: Marching, Sampling, and Vehicle Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$515
$566
$1,081
Permit Category B
Charity / Non-profit / Small Union – Registered charities and nonprofits; government departments and organizations; political groups (except political parties), and organizations; Elected Officials & Candidates in Municipal Office (City Councillors, Mayors and Trustees); student groups; and unions with a membership under 25,000.
Permit Types
Earlybird
Jan 12 – Feb 13
Regular
Feb 14 – Apr 14
Late
Apr 15 – May 8
Permit 1: Marching Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$444
$592
$1,107
Permit 2: Marching and Sampling Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$710
$947
$1,462
Permit 3: Marching, Sampling, and Vehicle Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$1,154
$1,539
$2,053
Permit Category C
Large Unions / Political Parties – Unions with a membership greater than 25,000 members; any federally/provincially registered political party.
Permit Types
Earlybird
Jan 12 – Feb 13
Regular
Feb 14 – Apr 14
Late
Apr 15 – May 8
Permit 1: Marching Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$3,196
$3,550
$4,065
Permit 2: Marching and Sampling Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$6,391
$7,100
$7,615
Permit 3: Marching, Sampling, and Vehicle Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$8,521
$9,468
$9,982
Permit Category D
Small Commercial Entry – For-profit enterprises with two or fewer retail outlets, physical shops, or franchises, within Canada only.
Permit Types
Earlybird
Jan 12 – Feb 13
Regular
Feb 14 – Apr 14
Late
Apr 15 – May 8
Permit 1: Marching Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$1,385
$1,539
$2,053
Permit 2: Marching and Sampling Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$1,917
$2,131
$2,645
Permit 3: Marching, Sampling, and Vehicle Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$3,835
$4,261
$4,775
Permit Category E
Large Commercial – For-profit enterprises with more than two or more franchises/outlets, or for businesses with a presence outside of Canada.
Permit Type
Earlybird
Jan 12 – Feb 13
Regular
Feb 14 – Apr 14
Late
Apr 15 – May 8
Permit 3: Marching, Sampling, and Vehicle Permit
(Maximum amount of marchers: 100)
$12,781
$14,202
$15,130
Add Ons
Category A & B Add Ons
Additional Vehicle Permit
$2,000
Premium Placement (first 30% of parade – maximum 15 spots available)
$1,500
Brand Add On
$500
Additional Marching Permit (rate applicable to an additional marchers)
$100
Category C, D, E & S Add Ons
Additional Vehicle Permit
$5,000
Premium Placement (first 30% of parade – maximum 15 spots available)
$3,000
Brand Add On
$2,500
Additional Marching Permit (rate applicable to an additional marchers)
$750
*All prices are subject to 13% HST at checkout of application; a 2.91% Service Fee has been added on to all fees. Payment methods include PayPal, Credit Card (via PayPal), Wire Transfer, and Electronic Transfer. Prices subject to change without notice.
Prices are subject to an additional 15% Late Administration Fee.
If you are a Consulate office, Board of Trade, Tourist Board representing international countries, as well as tourism companies – please contact parade@pridetoronto.com before completing an online application form.
