COMMUNITY NEWS Pink Triangle Press Honours Paris’ Own Trailblazer

At the first-ever #PTPpinkawards, Pink Triangle Press recognized the remarkable contributions of Canadian trailblazer Salah Bachir, celebrating his decades-long commitment to activism within the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Salah Bachir, a stalwart advocate for over 40 years, has been a driving force behind numerous initiatives that have significantly impacted the community Noteworthy among his achievements is his leadership in the 519 Capital Campaign and his enduring role as a lifetime patron of the organization Additionally, Bachir is a founding member of both the Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research and St Joe's Health Centre in Toronto.

In 2017, Bachir's unwavering dedication was internationally acknowledged when he received the

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prestigious International Volunteer Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals This accolade recognized his pivotal role in raising substantial funds amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars for causes spanning AIDS research, healthcare, the arts, human rights, and the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

His outstanding contributions have not gone unnoticed, as Bachir has been decorated with esteemed honors, including the Order of Canada, the Order of Ontario, and five honorary doctorates, underscoring his significant impact and influence within Canadian society.