Photos published in Xtra! West newspaper | August 23, 2012 | Circulation: 39,600

Royal City Pride Society founder Vance McFadyen (right), with his husband, Curt Higham, says his vision for New West Pride has been realized. “It’s holding true to the philosophy of being a family-friendly event.” Photo by David P. Ball
New Westminster celebrated its third annual Pride Aug. 18, attracting the level of diversity organizers say they were hoping for.