Our Team
Co-Chair
Blake Tait
He/Him
Blake Tait is a 25 year old queer trans man born in treaty 4 territory and raised in treaty 6 in colonial Saskatoon. He is a passionate advocate for queer and trans rights and liberation. Outside of Pride, Blake has hosted rallies, queer healing events, letter writing campaigns and has adressed Saskatoon City Council on several occasions. He was a founder and the chair of YXE Drag Collective and the former Youth Outreach Coordinator for the Trans Umbrella Foundation. Within Saskatoon Pride his goal as co-chair is to advance the movement towards genuine inclusivity and representation for all members of the Saskatoon queer community.
Co-Chair
Graham Pyett
He/Him
Graham Pyett is a dedicated professional with a passion for both software development and 2SLGBTQ+ advocacy. As the Co-Chair of the Saskatoon Pride board, he brings a unique combination of technical expertise and community involvement to the organization. With several years of experience in website development, Graham has played a key role in improving Saskatoon Pride’s online presence through the development and maintenance of the organization’s website. He also has a strong commitment to the 2SLGBTQ+ community, having volunteered for several years with Saskatoon Pride and working to support and uplift the community. Graham is an asset to the organization and works tirelessly to ensure Saskatoon Pride effectively serves the needs of the community and makes a positive impact in society.
Jen Barrett
Secretary
She/Her
Jennifer Barrett brings a vibrant spectrum of skills and perspectives to her role as Secretary of the Saskatoon Pride Board, where she also leads community relations and hosts engaging podcasts. With over 20 years of professional experience in writing, editing, and digital media, she combines creativity with a deep commitment to justice and inclusivity.
An advocate for education equity and Indigenous supports, she connects communities through thoughtful action and storytelling. Her technical expertise includes graphic design, web design, and AI software integration, paired with a talent for finding innovative solutions to complex challenges. Beyond her professional endeavours, she is a dedicated parent, a passionate belly dancer, and a reflective leader, blending warmth, resilience, and adaptability in all she does. Rooted in purpose and driven by curiosity, she is committed to building bridges and fostering meaningful change in Saskatoon and beyond.
Treasurer
Lia Storey-Gamble
She/They
Lia Storey-Gamble is a dedicated community leader, advocate, and based in Saskatoon. With a background in policy writing, non-profit work, and education, Lia has consistently championed inclusive and equitable spaces for all. She holds a degree in Regional and Urban Planning from the University of Saskatchewan, where she served as VP Operations and Finance for the USSU, managing a multi-million dollar budget and gained valuable experience in leadership and financial management.
A lifelong volunteer and activist, Lia has supported numerous causes, including LGBTQIA2S+ rights, disability advocacy, and climate action. Her experience as a policy writer and lobbyist enables her to navigate complex systems and drive meaningful change. Lia is passionate about fostering environments where everyone can feel seen, heard, and valued. She is dedicated to creating opportunities and driving meaningful change. Her passion for equity and justice inspires her ongoing efforts to make a positive impact in her community.
Board Member
Jordan Stovra
He/Him
Jordan is a 28 year old queer man, who has previously been involved with Saskatoon’s Athletic and Arts and culture communities. Jordan has coached football at Mount Royal Collegiate for 8 years and has volunteered at Saskatoons community radio station CFCR 90.5 for the past 9 years. He is looking at bringing his organizing and event planning skills to be able help serve Saskatoon’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Board Member
Han Wieder
They/Them
Han Wieder is an advocate within Saskatoon’s queer community, working toward creating a more inclusive city.
They began their journey by volunteering at the University of Saskatchewan’s Women’s Centre and Pride Centre and have since taken on an active role in their workplace’s Pride Employee Resource Group.
With an honours degree focused on human societies and culture and a strong understanding of legal policies, Han brings fresh ideas and meaningful support to Saskatoon Pride.
In their free time Han enjoys the outdoors, live music and reading.
Board Member
Damian Duarte
He/They
Damian brings a love for creativity and community to the Saskatoon Pride Board. With a background in web design and digital content, he’s passionate about using his skills to connect people and support causes that champion equality and visibility.
Outside of their role on the board, Damian is actively collaborating on musical projects, designing streetwear, and supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ events. With a dynamic blend of authenticity and creativity, they’re committed to making Saskatoon Pride’s initiatives impactful and inspiring for all.
Board Member
Thios Mwunvaneza
He/Him
I am a queer Rwandan-Canadian man living in Saskatoon who is passionate about advocating for queer people of all identities. I spent half my childhood moving around Saskatchewan and the other half in Kigali, Rwanda. Speaking up for queer people but especially our trans siblings has been a key motivator in my life and in the volunteer work I've done. I want to see all queer and trans people able to access identity-affirming care in all spaces, I want to see a free Palestine, and I want to see fascism and capitalism eradicated. I am so excited to be working to advocate for queer people and build community!
Board Member
Autumn Scoffield
She/They
Autumn Scoffield (She/They) is Originally from Norwich, UK and has lived in Saskatoon, Treaty 6 for 2 years.
Autumn has a BFA in Illustration from Arts University Bournemouth and is a full-time, professional Drag Queen, Shefoam!
Shefoam has been doing drag for 10 years and has performed in London, Norwich, Brighton UK and 4 Canadian provinces.
As a proud trans woman, Autumn was chair of the LGBTQ society at her university and a Board Member for The Battlefords Pride.
Autumn loves to collaborate with fellow artists in the community as well as volunteering her time to local organizations like the Saskatoon International Burlesque Festival.
She is passionate and dedicated about creating fun, safe and inviting spaces for performers as well as her LGBTQ+ counterparts.
Saskatoon Pride is somewhere we should all feel celebrated, not just accepted.
Board Member
Meghan Waddell
She/Her
Meghan has been an avid pursuer of social justice and education for as long as she can remember. A queer fat writer, volunteer, and activist, she strives for body liberation, the destabilization of structural inequity, and above all: support and outreach for those most vulnerable to harm. She believes strongly in art and writing as the heart and soul of counterculture, and encourages empowerment via expression whenever possible—whether that be through essay-writing, poetry workshops, mentorship, or good old-fashioned arts and crafts. Having volunteered for nearly a decade at non-profits, and delved into the complexities of queer theory and history through her Master’s in Literature at UBC, she hopes to return home to treaty six territory and its many clustered community networks with a renewed passion for hands-on learning, intersectional communication, and the myriad beautiful and disruptive things that Pride stands for.