{"id":6407,"date":"2026-04-15T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pridewinnipeg.com\/?p=6407"},"modified":"2026-04-10T10:40:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T15:40:02","slug":"pride-winnipeg-announces-its-new-managing-director","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/pridewinnipeg.com\/f\/pride-winnipeg-announces-its-new-managing-director\/","title":{"rendered":"PRIDE WINNIPEG ANNOUNCES ITS NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR"},"content":{"rendered":"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PRIDE WINNIPEG ANNOUNCES JUSTIN FERNANDES AS NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winnipeg, MB – April 15, 2026, Pride Winnipeg is pleased to announce the appointment of Justin Fernandes (he\/him) as its new Managing Director, marking an exciting new chapter for the organization as it continues to champion inclusion, celebration, advocacy, and community connection across Winnipeg and Manitoba.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Justin Fernandes brings a strong commitment to community leadership, collaboration, and equity-driven impact. As Managing Director, he will help guide Pride Winnipeg\u2019s strategic vision, strengthen community partnerships, and support the continued growth of programming that uplifts and celebrates 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are thrilled to welcome Justin Fernandes as Pride Winnipeg\u2019s new Managing Director,\u201d said Barry Karlenzig, President of Pride Winnipeg. \u201cJustin brings passion, leadership, and a deep commitment to community that aligns strongly with Pride Winnipeg\u2019s mission and vision. He has been a valued member of the team in various roles for many years, and we are excited for the future and the energy he brings to this role.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his new role, Fernandes will oversee organizational operations, support the planning and delivery of Pride Winnipeg initiatives and events, and work closely with the board executive, volunteers, sponsors, and community stakeholders to ensure Pride Winnipeg continues to be a vibrant and inclusive force in the region. This new role will allow Pride Winnipeg to grow and expand its year-round operations with paid staff and balance the hours of our volunteer board and volunteer executive team. Long term planning will have Justin move up to Executive director in the coming months and up to a full time Executive director by the end of 2027<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI’ve had the privilege of working for community in my volunteer capacity with Pride Winnipeg, and in my day-to-day employment. I can’t wait to continue that work to create sparks of queer joy and visibility for our community and create spaces and events where folks can be their full true selves – creating Pride all year round!\u201d said Justin Fernandes. \u201c<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pride Winnipeg remains committed to fostering a safe, welcoming, and empowering environment for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and allies. Under Fernandes\u2019 leadership, the organization looks ahead to continued innovation, deeper community engagement, and an expanded impact throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information about Pride Winnipeg, upcoming events, and ways to get involved, please visit https:\/\/www.pridewinnipeg.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Pride Winnipeg<\/strong>
Pride Winnipeg is a grassroots 2SLGBTQIA+ organization dedicated to celebrating diversity, promoting inclusion, and advancing human rights. Pride Winnipeg produces an annual Pride Season that reflects the voices, creativity, and resilience of Manitoba\u2019s 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Barry Karlenzig                                            
<\/strong>President, Pride Winnipeg
866-611-4456
bkarlenzig@pridewinnipeg.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Justin Fernandes                                         
<\/strong>Managing Director, Pride Winnipeg
866-611-4456
jfernandes@pridewinnipeg.com<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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