Pride Winnipeg 2015 Pride Guide | Page 6

6 A Message From THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR OF MANITOBA As the Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba, I am pleased to welcome everyone to the 2015 Pride Winnipeg Festival. This spirited community celebration reflects our province’s commitment to equality and inclusion in all areas of the great quality of life we enjoy in Manitoba. The continued growth and success of both Pride Winnipeg and this annual festival are rousing reminders of the strength and solidarity of the LGBTTQ community. Ensuring fairness and mutual respect for all, your organization is helping to create a stronger, more progressive society for Manitobans, present and future. Congratulations to the volunteers, organizers, sponsors and friends of this year’s Pride Winnipeg Festival. I am confident that your dedication and hard work will be rewarded with another memorable, meaningful event. THE HONOURABLE PHILIP S. LEE, C.M., O.M. Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba