FINAL DETAILS: Toronto Pride Parade – arrival & train info for RNAO Hamilton!
Dear Hamilton Chapter members,
We’re so excited to share that RNAO Hamilton will be MARCHING in the Toronto 2025 Pride Parade this year — alongside RNAO's Toronto chapters and board members!
All are welcome & encouraged to attend, but must register in advance at:
RNAO.ca/events/pride25 (further details and contact information provided upon registration)
In order to march, we must be marshalled in Toronto by 12:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, June 29.
Late guests will NOT be allowed to join the parade route and will need to watch from the sidelines.
No exceptions.
RNAO Hamilton group train details:
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Train: GO Train from Aldershot to Union
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Arrival time at Aldershot station: By 10:45 a.m. ET
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Departure time: 11 a.m. ET SHARP
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Don’t miss it! The next train is ~30 minutes later, which means you will NOT make it to the parade in time.
Note: The Hamilton Chapter is not covering ticket costs.
Please purchase your GO Train ticket in advance or tap your Presto card at the station.
Toronto meeting spot:
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Location: Across the street from Rosedale TTC Station (Yonge Street & Crescent Road)
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Meeting time: Between 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. ET
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Lineup time: 1:30 p.m. ET
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Parade starts: 2 p.m.
If you arrive after 1:15 p.m., you will not be allowed to join the parade. Parade marshals are strict about this.
Parade end:
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Ends: Around 6 p.m. ET
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Location: Nathan Phillips Square
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Note: It’s a 10-minute walk from the end of the route to Union Station.
What to bring:
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Water, snacks, and weather-appropriate gear (hat, sunscreen, raincoat, umbrella, etc.)
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Comfortable walking shoes
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Rainbow and bright attire encouraged!
→ WEAR YOUR TIE-DYE FROM OUR EVENT!
→ If you would like a t-shirt in advance, email the Hamilton Chapter — we have extras available from our tie-dye event! T-shirts can be provided on-site if needed. -
Wear your RN, NP or NS pin with pride!
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No pets please — leave your furry friends at home
Family & friends:
All are welcome & encouraged to attend, but must register in advance at:
RNAO.ca/events/pride25 (further details and contact information provided upon registration)
With Pride,
Emily Presswood
President, RNAO Hamilton Chapter