It was a road filled with war, hatred and hardship, which is why the chance to participate in his first Pride parade was so special. Bassel Mcleash's long journey from Syria to Toronto and finally to Sunday's Pride parade was anything but smooth. Moments later, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stepped in front of the large group of politicians and supporters that Mcleash had joined. Bassel Mcleash marched the entire parade route next to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. 'I'm still starting a life here'At the parade, Mcleash thought of friends in Syria and Egypt who he wished were there to celebrate with him.

Source: CBC News July 04, 2016 03:11 UTC