Joining a growing number of small Ontario communities, the Village of Lakefield now has a Pride crosswalk.
Peterborough County in collaboration with Selwyn Township officially unveiled the crosswalk, located at the corner of Reid and Queen streets, on Monday (July 17).
According to a media release from Peterborough County, the “all-inclusive” Pride crosswalk is intended to promote inclusivity, diversity, and belonging and to celebrate the 2SLGBTQ+ community within Selwyn Township and all of Peterborough County throughout the year.
“The Township of Selwyn continues to be a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming place for everyone to visit and live,” said Selwyn Township mayor Sherry Senis. “No matter who you are, you are safe, valued and welcomed in our community.”
Peterborough County warden Bonnie Clark thanked staff at Peterborough County and Selwyn Township for leading the initiative.
“We must continue with intentional acts of inclusivity such as this to demonstrate our commitment to welcoming all people to our communities,” Clark said.
We are celebrating Pride all year long! ????????????Come check out Peterborough County's newest pride crosswalk at Reid and Queen St. in Lakefield!@OPP_News @SelwynTownship#pride #ptbocounty pic.twitter.com/yAIeeHshsM
— Peterborough County (@PtboCounty) July 17, 2023
