

This includes a complete understanding of the flags shown by marshals trackside to signal situations from accidents to debris on the circuit. Wendi Nicholson, president of Windsor-Essex Pride Fest, shared in the municipality’s enthusiasm, praising the installation of the crosswalk as a sign to the region’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual, and two-spirited citizens that “they are welcome, they are included, and they are valued as full and equal members of society.F1 drivers have plenty to think about while racing around the world at lightning speeds. “Amherstburg has taken a colourful step forward towards inclusivity and acceptance,” Crain celebrated on Thursday. “By providing a visible symbol of support and acceptance from the community, we hope all those who struggle with their identity and coming out will have a path to follow and take pride in,” Goggin said.Īmherstburg town councillor Linden Crain, 23, brought the idea of the rainbow crosswalk to council as a citizen in March 2022.

Installing the feature has been made possible by a donation by the Goggin family.įamily spokesperson Joanne Goggin said the crosswalk represents progress on LGBTQ+ issues for today’s youth and coming generations.Ī close-up of the rainbow crosswalk at Victoria Street South and Simcoe Street in Amherstburg. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
