Pride - Do The Daniel

May 28, 2021May 28, 2021

Like That Moment Right Before a Firecracker Goes Off…

The month of May is coming to a close, and with it there seems to be electric energy in the air. With re-opening plans slowly being laid out for all of us anxiously wanting to be done with pandemic restrictions, not to mention with #PrideMonth around the corner, there’s a lot to be happily looking forward to. From upcoming prolonged hugs with my dear friends, to dusting off our wigs and heels, things are about to get a whole lot more fabulous here at the blog and via my social media. Here are just a few things that you can get yourself to enjoy the festivities like I will be all June long!

May 25, 2021May 25, 2021

The Best Kept Secret REVEALED – How to Enjoy Pride Month in Toronto

It’s no secret that I am excited for Pride Month 2021 – I’ve done the virtual Pride thing once before and this year I’m ramping up to make it even more fabulous than last year. Looking into what June holds for us all, I thought it would be the perfect time to reveal one of my best kept secrets to enjoy Pride Month in Toronto. Yes, that’s right, I’m letting it all out this year and you might just be surprised to learn what this secret actually means for those of you looking to celebrate the best way I know how…. You ready?

June 3, 2020June 4, 2020

Supporting Queer Designers and Brands during Pride Month

It’s June, It’s Pride Month and it’s time to share some ways you can support queer designers and brands that are here for the LGBTQ+ community not only during the month of June, but all year long. One of my absolutely favourite people on this planet, and designer extraordinaire, decided to use his brand to give back this month and the world needs to know about it.

June 1, 2020June 4, 2020

PROUD ALLIES FOR ALL

With #PrideMonth in full force, I am going to be sharing a lot of #Pride content with you all over the next month. Both because I am proud of who I am as a gay man, but also to be a voice for my community and those communities often muted in the world for their differences.

I feel, now more than ever, it is important to remember that the first pride was a riot. That our community has taken a long time to get to where we are. And it is with partners and allies that we will continue to thrive and share our ability to be Proud. Rainbow washing happens a lot at this time of year – the idea of throwing a rainbow on a product to make a quick buck while not actually being an ally at all. So all I can say right now is educate yourself on the brand before giving them your dollars. Or come to trusted members of the LGTBQ+ and ask us. So, without further fuss, let’s talk about a brand that is and has always supported us and our ability to express who we are.