Be part of the Banff Pride experience.

Whether you can help for a few hours or a full weekend, there’s a place for you on the Banff Pride team.

From behind-the-scenes support to helping out during events, there’s a place for everyone on the team. We’re always looking for different skill sets, fresh ideas, and friendly faces to help bring Banff Pride to life.

Volunteer
Help us bring Banff Pride to life in the heart of the Rockies. From behind-the-scenes support to helping throughout the festival, there’s a role for everyone. Whether you can give a few hours or a few days, your time and energy help make Pride possible.

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Donate
Support visibility, build community, and help bring Banff Pride to life in the Rockies. As a small but mighty non-profit, every donation helps support inclusive programming, community events, artist pay, and safer spaces for queer people in Banff and beyond.

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Membership Become a Banff Pride member and help support a welcoming, community-driven organization while gaining access to member perks, event discounts, and a voice in the future of the society.

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Sponsorship
Support a festival rooted in visibility, inclusion, and community in the heart of the Rockies. As a Banff Pride sponsor, you’re helping create meaningful experiences that celebrate queer joy, support 2SLGBTQIA+ voices, and build a more welcoming Banff year-round.

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we’d love to have you on board!

Want to help bring Banff Pride to life in the heart of the Rockies? Join our volunteer crew and be part of the team helping create welcoming, community-driven celebrations throughout the festival.

No experience needed, just a positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to jump in and help out.

  • Roles Include:
    Event setup & teardown

    • Guest check-in & ticketing

    • Drag performer support

    • Merch & info booth

    • Accessibility & crowd support

    • Parade and march coordination

    • Social media content help

    • Floaters, runners, & last-minute legends

  • You get to meet amazing people, give back to your community and get free access to select events!

    BONUS: free volunteer swag and snacks

  • check out available positions here, get in touch by letting us know your availability and interests and we’ll match you with a role that fits your energy and make sure you’re fully prepped before the festival begins.

    Volunteer orientation happens late September. Don’t worry, we’ll email you!

membership

become a banff pride member

The Banff Pride Society is a membership-driven not-for-profit Society.

We welcome members regardless to race, sex, creed, national or cultural origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identification, and physical ability or health status.

We couldn’t do it without you and appreciate your help in making Banff Pride happen. As a member, you have the right to vote at all General meetings and have your voice heard on matters involving the direction of the society.

Personal members will be enjoying discounts at our events all year long. Non-Profit Organization and Business Members will be listed on in the business listing on our website. Our memberships are valid for 365 days may be purchased at any time throughout the year. In order to vote at any General Meeting, your membership must be purchased prior to the start of that meeting.

Annual Membership

Starting at $15.00

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We offer different membership options:

  • Individual members represent only themselves. Individual members shall be notified of all general meetings and may participate and vote in meetings of the general membership and, with notice, participate in other meetings of the organization. They may be nominated for election as a Director, may head or participate and vote in committees constituted by the Board.

    Any individual who is a resident or is employed within Banff National Park, Îyarhe Nakota, the Blackfoot Confederacy (including the Siksika, Piikani and Kainai), Tsutiina nation or Alberta Métis, is at least age sixteen (16) years of age and who is in accord with the mission and values of the society may be a member.

  • Banff Pride Society membership is open to registered non-profit organizations or businesses, subject to Section 4.1 and approval by the Board. Corporate members shall appoint one representative. Representatives of Corporate Members shall provide an authentication letter from the organization before they are registered as such. Representatives of Corporate Members are not eligible for nomination for election as a Director. The appointed representative of a Corporate Member shall be notified of all general meetings and may participate in them. With notice, Corporate Members may participate in other meetings of the organization and may sit on committees constituted by the Board. Corporate members do not have voting privileges.

  • Individual: $15
    Non-profit Organization: $15
    Small Businesses (up to 10 employees): $50*
    Businesses (from 11 to 50 employees): $100*
    Corporations (50+ employees) $300*

    In becoming a member of the Banff Pride Society, you share our mission, vision and objectives and abide by our bylaws. Memberships are valid for 12 consecutive months.

sponsorship

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Banff Pride is more than a festival, it's a celebration of visibility, inclusion, and belonging set in one of the most iconic destinations in the world.

As a sponsor, you’re not just aligning your brand with celebration, you’re investing in community, equity, and unforgettable experiences that uplift 2SLGBTQIA+ voices year-round. Download our 2025 Partnership Proposal to explore sponsorship levels, audience insights, and impact stats—or reach out to start a conversation about a custom package.

    • Connect with a passionate, loyal audience

    • Show your support in a high-profile national park setting

    • Engage your team through meaningful community connection

    • Enhance your brand with inclusive visibility and impact

    • 10 days of programming (Oct 3–13, 2025)

    • 5,000+ attendees projected

    • 30+ events: drag shows, concerts, workshops, speakers, family programming & more

    • High visibility across Alberta, Canada & the U.S.

    • Strong year-round reach through events, DEI training, and community programs

  • We offer flexible sponsorship options to suit your goals, from custom brand activations and employee engagement to VIP experiences and in-kind donations.

    Whether you're a local business or a national brand, your partnership helps power Banff Pride and supports programs that directly benefit the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

    We're all about exploring inventive ways to boost our programming and shining a spotlight on the commitment of our partners. Our success would not be possible without the commitment and investment from local partners. Together, we are building a more vibrant community, radiating diversity and belonging. 

    No two partnerships are the same, let’s be creative together! From cash and in-kind support, team volunteering to customized brand activations, let’s connect and build a more inclusive community!We offer flexible sponsorship options to suit your goals, from custom brand activations and employee engagement to VIP experiences and in-kind donations.

    Whether you're a local business or a national brand, your partnership helps power Banff Pride and supports programs that directly benefit the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

    We're all about exploring inventive ways to boost our programming and shining a spotlight on the commitment of our partners. Our success would not be possible without the commitment and investment from local partners. Together, we are building a more vibrant community, radiating diversity and belonging. 

    No two partnerships are the same, let’s be creative together! From cash and in-kind support, team volunteering to customized brand activations, let’s connect and build a more inclusive community!