2SLGBTQIA+

• Thousands of people expected to celebrate Kelowna Pride Week

  "[Showing up] at events like this means the world for a lot of queer, trans and non-binary people because we can see the support that exists in our community."

  Lifestyle

  Jun 1
  
• B.C. funding supports new 2SLGBTQIA+ tourism initiative in the Okanagan

  Destination BC made a major funding announcement today (Monday) that will support a new initiative in the Thompson Okanagan region.

  Canada

  Apr 24
  
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• Hamilton police reveal third-party facilitator to lead conversations with LGBTQ2 community

  Hamilton police have chosen the current chair of the LGBTQ2 advisory committee to help mend a relationship as per recommendations made in a 2020 analysis.

  Canada

  Apr 18
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• Simcoe County program receives $666K in support for LGBTQ2 mental health

  The Gilbert Centre for Social and Support Services is getting over $666,000 in funding to support the mental health needs of the LGBTQ2 community.

  Health

  Mar 20
• London, Ont., researchers strive for inclusive classrooms for LGBTQ+ students

  The Queer in the Classroom initiative aims to examine the benefits of “a proactive, inclusive approach within the education system for those who are part of the LGBTQ+ community.”

  Canada

  Feb 15
• Online attacks against 2SLGBTQIA+ community members continue in Central Okanagan

  Concerns are growing in the Central Okanagan after a number of attacks on trans and LGBTQ2 community members and events. Several organizations are speaking out.

  Canada

  Jan 26
• Protesters interrupt queer youth dance in Kelowna

  Prior to a protest outside the Queer Youth Halloween Drag and Dance Thursday, the Free Parent Hugs Kelowna group received an anonymous message criticizing the event.

  Lifestyle

  Oct 28, 2022
• N.B. vintage clothing shop embraces gender neutrality and body positivity

  You won't find any men's or women's sections at this vintage clothing store in Moncton, N.B. "A shirt is a shirt,' says the owner of SDV Vintage Shop.

  Oct 28, 2022
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• Indigenous and Proud event highlights Indigiqueer talent for Truth and Reconciliation Day

  "It is definitely a moment where we can celebrate Indigenous art but also bring recognition to something that is terrible that happened."

  Lifestyle

  Sep 26, 2022
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• Pride Flag raised to kick off first Vernon Pride Week

  "It makes such a big difference, especially to our youth, to show that they are accepted and welcome."

  Lifestyle

  Aug 8, 2022