Pride vs Prejudice

Feature Documentary | Canada | 2024 | 01:20:15 | English

Pride vs. Prejudice delves into the riveting narrative of the Vriend v. Alberta case, where Delwin Vriend, an unlikely hero, courageously battles against discrimination from a government determined to deny his human rights.

Uncover the twists and turns that unfold as Vriend's pursuit of justice challenges societal biases, culminating in a ground-breaking Canadian Supreme Court ruling in 1998 that confronts prejudice and sets a transformative precedent for LGBTQ+ rights that is cited around the world.

POST SHOW – Join us for a panel discussion titled “Then & Now” as our panel of legal experts and advocates discuss the recurring themes of 2SLGBTQIA+ human rights battles in Alberta.

This screening was made possible thanks to the generous support of The Calgary Foundation.

Director: Darrin Hagen