VANCOUVER, B.C. - Ecologist and Tour Leader Thomas Egli (photo) has been named Mr. Gay Canada 2012 in a pageant finale held on February 11, 2012. Five contestants competed for the title.
Egli, who is also an educator and LGBT rights activist, will represent Canada at Mr. Gay World 2012 to be held in Johannesburg, South Africa this April.
"This journey has been exceptional and exciting. The weeks leading up to this competition and the events themselves have taught me much about myself and I have grown much more than I could have expected. I am honoured to serve as a much-needed positive role model for LGBT youth in Canada and around the world. Popular media and gay culture bombard us with stereotypes which can be confusing for people who are just coming out. I want to increase awareness of the true diversity of the LGBT community. I also want to promote healthy lifestyles in the gay community. I am thankful for all of the support I've received from family and friends, new and old. The next exciting step is to prepare for the upcoming event in South Africa , where I will proudly represent Canada," said the newly elected Mr. Gay Canada.
Ken Coolen, Co-Executive Producer of Mr. Gay Canada said, "All five delegates are incredible role models for Canada's LGBT community and worthy of being Mr. Gay Canada. The Judging panel was especially impressed by Thomas' maturity and leadership. They are confident in his ability to represent Canada's LGBT community to the world."
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