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Egale is Canada’s leading organization for 2SLGBTQI people and issues. We improve and save lives through research, education, awareness, and legal advocacy.
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Egale and
@skippingstoneca
come together to jointly condemn, in the strongest possible terms, the policy measures announced by Premier Smith this afternoon.
Egale and Skipping Stone will bring legal action to protect our communities.
Read more:
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Egale is disgusted by the transphobic response to
@Hersheys
' International Women's Day campaign Her for She.
International Women’s Day is a day to celebrate all women – trans and cis.
Read our full statement at
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1/4 | This is a dark day in Canadian history. We will remember this as the 1st time an elected government has used the
#NotwithstandingClause
to limit the rights of children & young people - and the first time that an elected government has done so with respect to 2SLGBTQI people
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Egale Canada urges all municipalities to fly the Pride flag as a symbol of solidarity for 2SLGBTQI people in their community as anti-2SLGBTQI hate continues to rise in Canada.
Read our open letter:
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6,423 missing threads. Each one representing an attack on our community.
And that’s just from the first three months of 2023 in Canada. If we included every act of violence and unreported threat, there wouldn’t be any flag left to fly.
Take action at
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Egale Canada is deeply disappointed in the
@nhl
’s decision to ban “cause-based” jerseys, including Pride-themed jerseys, next season. This news shows that the NHL allows homophobia and transphobia to determine their decisions. (1/2)
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@ABDanielleSmith
Egale and Skipping Stone Foundation come together to jointly condemn, in the strongest possible terms, the policy measures announced by Premier Smith this afternoon. Egale and Skipping Stone will bring legal action to protect our communities.
Egale and
@skippingstoneca
come together to jointly condemn, in the strongest possible terms, the policy measures announced by Premier Smith this afternoon.
Egale and Skipping Stone will bring legal action to protect our communities.
Read more:
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With homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia continuing to be prevalent in schools & across Canada and around the world, it’s more important than ever that we all come together to create safe and inclusive schools for 2SLGBTQI students.
Visit:
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Are you a social worker, counselor or healthcare professional wanting to improve 2SLGBTQI inclusion in your practice?
Join us for our Free Inclusion 101 Webinar on Wednesday, August 4th or Thursday, August 5th.
Register HERE:
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Last night,
@YCDSB
trustees voted against flying the Pride flag - a decision that hurts 2SLGBTQI students, educators and families in York Region and across the country.
Don’t let them unravel our pride. Say it loud and proud;
#MyPrideWontUnravel
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1/ A case before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice that Egale Canada has intervened in, Rainbow Alliance Dryden et al. v. Webster will continue to trial after a court ruling that the slur groomer perpetuates hateful myths & stereotypes about members of the 2SLGBTQI community
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Pierre Poilievre (
@PierrePoilievre
) owes people in Canada an honest answer: Is the federal Conservative Party going to run on an anti-trans agenda in the next election?
@CPC_HQ
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Today is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (
#IDAHOBIT
).
We must stand together in combatting 2SLGBTQI-phobias and hate.
Learn ways to combat 2SLGBTQI-phobias at
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@JustinTrudeau
Thank you for standing up for all women this
#InternationalWomensDay
🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈
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There is no space for hate in our schools. This is why so many people showed up today in support of creating safe, inclusive schools.
All kids deserve the freedom to be themselves, learn and grow in a safe environment and be respected in our schools, including 2SLGBTQI students.
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BREAKING NEWS:
The Court of King’s Bench of Saskatchewan held that we will be allowed to continue our case—to ensure that all students in Saskatchewan have access to a safe and inclusive environment at school.
Read more: :
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Join us on May 23 at 12 PM EST for a FREE webinar that provides educators with an understanding of the unique experiences and challenges faced by trans and nonbinary students.
Learn more and register:
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She's still waiting…. Hey,
@TheEllenShow
. One of the oldest drag queens in the world wants to meet you. Let’s make it happen!
#GetHerOnEllen
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After a
@YCDSB
meeting this week where a delegation including parents opposed flying the Pride Flag, we're urging all schools to strengthen their efforts to foster safe & inclusive learning environments for all students by flying the Pride Flag
Read more:
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Egale Canada,
@queermomentum
&
@CCGSD_CCDGS
have launched the
#FactsOverFear
campaign bringing parents, teachers, students & concerned community members together to say loud & clear that kids deserve facts over fear, & schools where they are free to be their authentic selves.
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Egale is honoured to be one of the 2SLGBTQI organizations invited to attend tonight’s gala dinner to welcome
@POTUS
to Canada.
In a time of unprecedented levels of hate, it is reassuring to know that 2SLGBTQI communities have a seat at the table.
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Even though conversion therapy is now officially prohibited in Canada, it’s still important to understand the impacts it has made because of the long-lasting and damaging effects it has had on survivors - such as high rates of shame and anxiety.
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Just last week, CSIS warned that serious violence against the 2SLGBTQI community will be an ongoing threat throughout the coming year.
This is why the transphobic comments made by
@PierrePoilievre
are especially irresponsible and dangerous.
Read more:
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This weekend there was a disgusting display of transphobia at Parliament Hill. Gender identity is protected under Canada’s Human Rights Code. Trans people have rights and they must be respected. We need to stand together to address these draconian views.🏳️⚧️Via
@TheCanuckMD
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1/ 🧵 Happy International Women's Day to all women! Today is a day of collective global activism dedicated to honouring women all around the world.
#IWD2024
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Egale Canada is calling on
@CRTCeng
to begin public consultations on the removal of Fox News from the list of non-Canadian programming authorized for distribution in Canada.
Read our open letter to the CRTC:
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Hey,
@TheEllenShow
. We’d love for you to meet Michelle DuBarry and work together to raise awareness of the issues of discrimination and social isolation facing LGBTQI2S seniors. Learn more at
#StayOutOfTheCloset
#GetHerOnEllen
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We are proud to announce our partnership with
@HistoricaCanada
for the first LGBTQ2
#HeritageMinute
, celebrating the life and legacy of gay activist Jim Egan, who spent years fighting homophobia in the media and in the courts!
#CanPoli
#CanadianHistory
#LGBTQI2S
#HeritageMinutes
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Êtes-vous travailleur.euse social.e, conseiller.ère ou professionnel.le de santé? Souhaitez-vous améliorer l'inclusion 2SLGBTQI dans votre pratique?
Rejoignez-nous pour notre webinaire gratuit sur les bases de l’inclusion 2SLGBTQI.
Inscrivez-vous ICI
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Egale Canada wishes everyone a happy
#PrideMonth
and the beginning of
#PrideSeason
here in Canada.
This June and beyond - say it loud and proud; "
#MyPrideWontUnravel
"
Learn more at
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1/ This Trans Awareness Week (November 13-19), with the rise in anti-2SLGBTQI & anti-trans hate, it’s more important than ever to take time to celebrate trans, nonbinary, Two Spirit, & genderfluid people & communities.
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❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤🤎
Tonight's bottom of the hour rainbow light show will be in honour of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
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Free Webinar: Are you a social worker, counselor or healthcare professional wanting to improve 2SLGBTQI inclusion in your practice?
Join us for our Free Inclusion 101 Webinar on Thursday, August 5th. Register HERE:
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The Government of Canada has issued a travel advisory for the U.S. for 2SLGBTQI travellers. This advisory reads "some states have enacted laws and policies that may affect 2SLGBTQI+ persons. Check relevant state and local laws." 1/3
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6 423 fils manquants. Chacun d’eux représentant une attaque contre notre communauté. Et ce, seulement pour les trois premiers mois de l’année 2023 au Canada. Si on incluait chaque acte de violence, il ne resterait plus de drapeau.
Passez à l'action sur
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Êtes-vous travailleur.euse social.e, conseiller.ère ou professionnel.le de santé? Souhaitez-vous améliorer l'inclusion 2SLGBTQI dans votre pratique?
Rejoignez-nous pour notre webinaire gratuit sur les bases de l’inclusion 2SLGBTQI.
Inscrivez-vous ICI :
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There is no space for hate in our schools. Use Egale Canada's Inclusive Schools posters to send a powerful message that discrimination and prejudice have no place within school walls.
Download these free posters at
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Another hate-fuelled protest. Another bigoted post. Another threat against our right to exist. Don't let them unravel our Pride.
Say it loud and say it proud -
#MyPrideWontUnravel
Take action at
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On
#InternationalWomensDay
, hundreds of community organizations from across Canada have signed a statement declaring there is no gender equality without trans women. Egale is honoured to be one of those signatories.
Read more:
#TransWomenAreWomen
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1/4 | No matter where you live in Canada, what you look like, how old you are, whom you love or how you identify, everyone deserves to feel safe at home, at school, and in their community.
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Egale is deeply concerned by what appears to be an attempt by
@Gov_NB
and
@premierbhiggs
to undo the progress made to ensure equitable and inclusive education for all.
Read our full statement on New Brunswick's intention to "review" Policy 713:
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1/2 Today, Egale & McCarthy LLP, acting as co-legal counsel for UR Pride have written a letter to Minister Jeremy Cockrill, asking for the suspension of the preferred name and pronoun policy that violates the rights of gender-diverse students under the Canadian Charter of Rights.
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Allyship 💙🩶🩷
Thank you to the 400+ artists who stand against anti-trans legislation in Canada.
Today on
#TransgenderDayofVisibility
, the
@teganandsarafdn
announces an Open Letter: Artists Against Anti-Trans Legislation in Canada, signed by more than 400 artists living in or hailing from Canada.
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Creating safer, accepting, and inclusive spaces for 2SLGBTQI youth to come out requires commitment from allies. Together, we can help 2SLGBTQI youth feel supported & accepted for who they are, regardless of whether or not they are out.
Take the pledge:
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Today is
#TransDayOfVisibility
(
#TDOV
) - a day about celebrating trans individuals, their achievements, and the hard-earned progress that has been made toward true equity for the trans community.
View ways you can be a trans ally at
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Don't let the rise of anti-2SLGBTQI hate unravel our pride. Attend local Pride events near you!
This week, Pride is happening in Winnipeg (Winnipeg Pride), Stratford (
@StratPerthPride
), Elliot Lake (
@ElliotLakePride
) and more.
Check out our Pride map:
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Today, on World Day of International Justice, we reflect on the growing injustices that continue to impact the 2SLGBTQI community worldwide. Egale believes in a world where every person can achieve their full potential, free from hatred & bias. This is the justice we fight for.
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The
@nhl
’s ban on
@pridetape
for hockey sticks is a further escalation in the NHL’s fight against symbols of 2SLGBTQI inclusion in hockey.
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This queen has a dream. Tweet
@TheEllenShow
using
#GetHerOnEllen
and help Michelle DuBarry meet the
queen of daytime.
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Even though conversion therapy is now officially banned, it’s still important to understand the impacts it has made because of long-lasting and damaging effects it has had on survivors - and notably how we can better support conversion therapy survivors.
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Even though conversion therapy is now officially banned, it’s still important to understand the impacts it has made because of long-lasting and damaging effects it has had on survivors - and notably how we can better support conversion therapy survivors.
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ICYMI: Unless Sask's new Minister of Education (
@jeremycockrill
) suspends the 'preferred name pronoun policy' by 5:00 p.m. C.S.T. today (Aug 30),
@urpridecentre
will commence legal action.
Read Egale and
@McCarthy_ca
's letter to the Minister here:
1/2 Today, Egale & McCarthy LLP, acting as co-legal counsel for UR Pride have written a letter to Minister Jeremy Cockrill, asking for the suspension of the preferred name and pronoun policy that violates the rights of gender-diverse students under the Canadian Charter of Rights.
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"Trans women are women, and trans women have a right to use women's bathroom," Helen Kennedy, Executive Director of
@egalecanada
said. "There's no debate about that."
Transgender Tory candidate says vote against gender-affirming care could cost lives
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On July 20, 2005, the federal Civil Marriage Act came into force, making it legal across Canada.
Egale is proud to have been part of the fight for same-sex marriage two decades ago, and we will continue to be part of the fight for 2SLGBTQI rights, inclusion and belonging today.
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Michelle DuBarry never let discrimination stop her. Now she’s fighting to raise awareness to the issues facing LGBTQI2S seniors. See her story at
#GetHerOnEllen
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Today,
#TransDayOfVisibility2021
, is about celebrating trans people & progresses made toward true equity for the trans community. Beyond that
#TDOV
is about renewing our commitment to educate ourselves on trans issues and to raise our voices against transphobia in all its forms.
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We also send our love and support to
@FaeJohnstone
who has been subject to an indescribable number of transphobic comments, news stories and even a call for a boycott of Hershey for including her in their campaign.
Thank you, Fae for your continued work in making a better world.
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We're proud to join organizations across Canada to stand up for the safety and human rights of 2SLGBTQI students in
#NewBrunswick
.
We call on
@PremierBHiggs
to reverse
#Policy713
and protect 2SLGBTQI students.
Read the open letter:
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Happy International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. Regardless of gender identity and sexual orientation we all deserve to be treated equally!
#IDAHOTB
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Today we witnessed a step forward for the LGBTQI2S community. The apology was heartfelt and sincere and is definitely a start. We have plenty of work ahead in the fight for equality, but tonight we will celebrate this victory.
#LGBTQapology
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We commend the
@BlueJays
for removing Anthony Bass from the roster. It was the right thing to do given the players actions and shows a real commitment to 2SLGBTQI inclusion in baseball. Now the real work begins to ensure this doesn't happen in the future. 🌈🏳️⚧️💙⚾️
ROSTER MOVES:
🔹 RHP Mitch White has been reinstated from the 60-day IL and will be active for tonight’s game
🔹 RHP Anthony Bass has been designated for assignment
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The Government of Alberta is playing politics with some of the most vulnerable members of our society: trans and gender diverse youth, attacking them for cheap political points. We will not stand for it. We won’t back down to hate.
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All students deserve to learn in an environment free from violence, harassment, & bullying. Use Egale’s back-to-school resources for educators, parents/guardians, & students to help create safe, welcoming, & inclusive schools for 2SLGBTQI young people.
➡️:
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The very first LGBTQI2S leader has been elected by St. Mary’s First Nation in New Brunswick. Allan (Chicky) Polchies Jr. who identifies as Two Spirit, is "proud to be elected as the first openly LGBTQ chief in Atlantic Canada."
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Thanks for sharing,
@ETFOeducators
🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
It is more important than ever that we work to establish inclusive and safe communities and schools for 2SLGBTQ+ students, educators and parents.
Visit this
@egalecanada
site for great resources and tools to combat hate.
#NoSpaceForHate
#onpoli
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Despite apologizing,
@BlueJays
' Anthony Bass has used his platform to share anti-2SLGBTQI hate. It's time for the Jays to take number 52 off the roster and stand with the 2SLGBTQI community.
#BenchBass
Don’t let them unravel our pride. Say it loud and proud;
#MyPrideWontUnravel
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1/ On December 14, 2023, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice decided in Rainbow Alliance Dryden et al. v. Webster to allow a defamation suit by a drag performer & a 2SLGBTQI community organization against an individual who publicly called them “groomers” to continue to trial.🧵
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To commemorate 2SLGBTQI History Month, Egale Canada is offering a free webinar, 2SLGBTQI History in Canada, a live facilitated learning session that explores the evolution of societal perceptions and attitudes toward 2SLGBTQI people from pre-colonialization to today.
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JUST ANNOUNCED: $4.3 Million for Egale Centre from the National Housing Co-Investment Fund. Opening in early 2020, Egale Centre will be Canada’s only transitional housing dedicated exclusively to
#LGBTQ2I
young people.
#ShowUp
#HousingForAll
#canpoli
#inclusion
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Following the disruption of a
@YCDSB
meeting by parents who oppose symbols of acceptance of 2SLGBTQI students, Egale is urging all schools to strengthen their efforts to foster safe and inclusive learning environments for all students.
Full statement:
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Join us for our FREE Webinar: Building Trans Inclusive Schools with Educators and School Staff
May 24 at 7 PM ET
Register HERE:
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Whether you're a
#DragKing
,
#DragQueen
#DragArtist
or a fan of
#Drag
, we wish you a wonderful International
#DragDay
!
With Drag being a focus in the current rise of anti-2SLGBTQI hate - today and every day, we must recognize the importance of Drag in 2SLGBTQI communities.
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Thank you
@JustinTrudeau
(
@CanadianPM
) for joining our Queer Prom and sharing this inspiring message with young
#LGBTQI2S
people across Canada!
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1/ This Trans Day of Remembrance (November 20), we honour the memory of the transgender people whose lives were taken due to anti-trans bigotry and violence. 🧵
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Egale Canada’s Coming Out Together Campaign, generously supported by
@RBC
, is about encouraging adults to ‘come out’ as supportive, affirming, and safe people in the lives of 2SLGBTQI youth.
Learn more, access great resources & take the pledge at:
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In Canada, 64% of LGBTQI2S youth reported being bullied or harassed. Today, we wear pink to support LGBTQI2S youth and take a stand against bullying, homophobia and transphobia.
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The Relearn and React Series is a collection of teaching resources and materials featuring a range of subjects and topics supporting 2SLGBTQI representation and inclusion within the Ontario curriculum for grades 7-11.
Access these resources and more at:
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“Although it’s important to know about what’s going on in the U.S., it’s equally as important to know what’s happening here at home,” Helen Kennedy said.
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Information is key to preventing abuse, including financial abuse, of 2SLGBTQI seniors. Learn to spot the warning signs of abuse and fraud in our Community Conversation Brief on Elder Abuse and Financial Abuse informed by 2SLGBTQI seniors and experts:
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Don't let them unravel our Pride and attend Pride events this summer!
This week's Pride events include
@pridekelowna
(June 10), Regina/
@QueenCityPride
(June 10), Goderich/
@PrideHuron
(June 10) and many more.
Find your local Pride event at
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Ever wonder what you can do as a parent to better support your trans child? Check out our online resource, Supporting your Gender Diverse Child.
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6,423 missing threads. Each one representing an attack on our community. And that’s just from the first three months of 2023 in Canada. If we included every act of violence and unreported threat, there wouldn’t be any flag left to fly.
Take action at
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Build an inclusive classroom this fall with Egale’s back-to-school resources, specifically tailored for all members of our school communities, including teachers, students, administrators, and parents/guardians.
Learn more:
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1/ Today, the Government of Saskatchewan under Premier Scott Moe has decided to trample on the rights of vulnerable children and youth with their decision to invoke the notwithstanding clause to uphold the harmful school pronoun policy.
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Let’s face it. The holidays have always been a little queer. Yet, so many members of the 2SLGBTQI community spend this season feeling isolated and alone. This year, let’s make the holiday a little more fabulous for everyone. Become a donor at
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The week of July 10 to 16 is Nonbinary Awareness Week! An opportunity to celebrate the lives, accomplishments, & contributions of nonbinary people in our community & across the world.
Here are some gender-neutral phrases and words you can start using today.
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Trans youth deserve to be protected. Trans people belong everywhere, and trans lives are sacred.
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Ce webinaire interactif gratuit de 90 minutes explore le rôle vital que tous les adultes de la communauté scolaire peuvent jouer pour favoriser des environnements où les jeunes 2SLGBTQI peuvent s'épanouir.
❤️9 mai 2023
🧡19:00
💛Enregistrer :
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49 years ago today, the
#Stonewall
Riots took place. We would like to take a moment to thank and remember the brave people and especially, the Trans People Of Colour who stood up for
#LGBTQI2S
equal rights. You are a source of inspiration for us to continue to do better.
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Canada Post unveils stamp commemorating equal marriage. Let's send Chechnya a love letter!
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It’s shameful to see politicians refusing to
#FlyThePrideFlag
. At a time of rising anti-2SLGBTQI hate in Canada, municipal governments have a responsibility to stand up, speak out, and proudly fly the Pride flag to show their support for 2SLGBTQI people.🏳️🌈
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When it comes to trans visibility, the sky's the limit.
Thank you
@TourCNTower
for taking part in
#TransDayOfVisibility
🏳️⚧️
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Join us for our FREE Webinar: For Parents and Guardians of trans and nonbinary youth
May 26 at 7 PM ET
Register HERE:
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This is
#TransAwarenessWeek
. Throughout the week, we will raise awareness on the trans community through advocacy and education. It is crucial that we continue our fight for trans inclusion and equality throughout Canada and beyond.
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Earlier today
@kristynwongtam
introduced a new act to protect 2SLGBTQI communities. The bill would allow for temporary community safety zones at 2SLGBTQI events by mandating a 100m buffer zone, one of the many recommendations in our recent open letter ➡️
Introducing the Protecting 2SLGBTQI+ Communities Act — add your name to support at
#OnPoli
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We'll just leave this here...
In 2014, Danielle Smith gave an impassioned speech in the legislature defending GSA’s, and recognizing that support for the 2SLGBTQ+ community is often a matter of life or death.
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