The evening will feature a screening of Pride vs Prejudice: The Delwin Vriend Story, written and directed by Darrin Hagen. The documentary film explores the story of one human challenging a determined and hostile government — and winning.

Delwin Vriend never wanted to be a human rights activist, but in challenging his firing for being gay, he set in motion a chain of events that impacted the lives of 2SLGBTQ+ people across the world. As Darrin Hagen states "When we first set out to tell the story of Delwin Vriend's legal battle with the government of Alberta, we thought we were simply revisiting a pivotal milestone in the slow progress towards equality. We didn't realize that we were making a documentary that would act as a portent for generations to come."

A panel discussion will follow the screening, featuring Senator Kris Wells, Justice Julie Lloyd, and former U of A Chancellor, Doug Stollery, all who appear in the film. They will discuss this history victory and its continued relevance in today's world. Join us for an evening of reflection and inspiration as we honour the past and look towards a more equitable future.