In March 2023, Emperor Scotty B. Boxx and Emprex Karmella Barr were voted in to represent Vancouver as the newly elected monarchs of Vancouver. Together, with their team of volunteers, they serve the community as courtiers who assist in running the year’s social and fundraising efforts. Importantly, each and every individual involved with the DMS donates 100 per cent of their time so that as much money as possible can go directly to the charities.

This year, the reigning monarchs created “DMS Vancouver: The Next Generation”, with the start of a new decade of fundraising and a goal to make big waves and amplify voices in the LGBTQIA+ community. Their objective is to foster community connections, making sure that everyone regardless of age, gender, identity or expression feels represented, seen and heard.