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700, 1509 Centre Street SW T2G 2E6 Calgary, AB, Canada

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. Let’s take a moment to honour and remember trans people around the world whose lives were lost in acts of anti-trans vi...olence and do what we can to end transphobia. We see you. You are loved. Your gender identity matters. You are worthy and you belong. #TDOR #ACToronto #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance

Phew!! We've got so many workshops coming up! See all the details on our Events page: https://www.centreforsexuality.ca/events/ Nov 20: Calgary Pride #LearningSeries ... Exploring STBBIs and Stigma Nov 21: Girls Program - Healthy Friendships Workshop Nov 25: Easier Than You Think (Teens) - Parent Workshop Dec 2: Supporting LGBTQ2S+ Children & Youth - Parent Workshop Dec 3: Easier Than You Think - Parent Workshop Dec 12: Girls Program - Body Image & Media Literacy Workshop

Our Girls Program is hosting a couple workshops for girls aged 8-13 (and their parents). Check out the posters and links for info! Healthy Friendships Workshop Nov 21 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/healthy-friendships-workshop-ti... Body Image & Media Literacy Workshop Dec 12 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/body-image-media-literacy-works

We are excited to be taking part in the Calgary Pride #LearningSeries with another workshop presented by our Training Centre. Be sure to register in advance by visiting the link below! Thanks to Calgary Pride for having us! #Workshops #TrainingCentre #Sexuality #YYC... https://www.calgarypride.ca/learning-series/

Join our team! NEW JOB POSTING Education and Counseling Programs Manager This management position oversees our Relationship and Sexual Health Education Programs team (RSE) and our Counseling Program. ... #yycjobs https://www.centreforsexuality.ca/about-us/get-involved/

Our Training Centre is thrilled to be working with Trellis to offer some online workshops this fall for parents! Reflect, explore, and gain tools to build your family’s conversations on topics of sexuality, sexual health, and relationships. Check out the details and registration info at: https://www.centreforsexuality.ca//fall-2020-online-works/

Are you a gay, bi, or queer guy who’s into guys? Are you looking to connect with your community during the pandemic? Do you want to grow your skills and knowledge in health, leadership, and advocacy? Apply today to take part in Totally Outright, a free health leadership program for gay, bi, and queer guys between 18 and 30. Participants who complete the program also receive $200. For more information and to apply, fill out the survey at the link below or contact [email protected] https://www.centreforsexuality.ca/progr//totally-outright/ #TotallyOutright #GuysIntoGuys #Heath #GBT2Q #GayMensHealth

Reminder!! Our Cloud #GSA is today!

Did you know you can book our Counselling Services online? We have teamed up with other Calgary agencies to help Calgarians quickly and easily access various counselling and social supports. Visit www.CommunityConnectYYC.ca where you can book online for our Counselling Services and other supports. https://www.cbc.ca//community-connect-yyc-bookings-counsel

The "Expanding Plasma Donation in Canada" study is recruiting a local advisory group here in Calgary of gay, bi, and other guys into guys! -- This research study will help to gain perspectives from guys into guys about plasma donation and ensure that policy changes are informed by this community. For more information about this study and how to get involved check out this post or visit: bit.ly/plasmastudy https://www.facebook.com/Expanding-Plasma-Donation-in-Canada-Study-101024811678767

Each of us embodies activism and fights for change in our own way. It has become clear in this generation-defining year that to make the changes we need, we wil...l have to use every tool at our disposal. There’s a false dichotomy between overhauling a system and changing it from within. Meaningful change requires policy-makers, and the activists who critique them. It requires casting ballots, and sometimes taking to the streets. It requires realism, and an appetite for revolution. These tactics complement one another, and are most valuable in concert. They are all necessary. They all offer a path forward at this critical moment. We must focus on how they and we can work together.

The Intergroup Relations Lab Team at the University of Calgary is conducting a qualitative study examining motivations for engaging in collective action in support of LGBTQ+ individuals. See the posters for more info! If participants are eligible to participate, they will be invited to complete an online/phone structured interview regarding potential motivations for engaging in collective action. During the interview, the personal relationships (such as friendships/social networks) or experiences of a participant related to collective action engagement will be discussed. The interview will be 30 minutes to 1 hour (max) long. Participants will be compensated with a $15 E-gift card upon completing the study participation.

It's almost time for our next Cloud GSA for middle and high school students in Calgary and southern Alberta coming up next week. This is a chance for students to connect, discuss and build community online. . . . If you are a GSA student and would like to attend please email [email protected]. Please include the name of your school and your GSA sponsor teacher to receive the link. We are excited to see you there! ... #GSAs #GSANetwork #LGBTQ2S

After COVID-19: Paths to Moral and Civic Renewal What has the pandemic revealed about the divide between winners and losers, insiders and outsiders? What will ...it take to emerge from this crisis as more just, inclusive societies? Since 2000, the LaFontaine-Baldwin Lecture has gathered Canadians to reflect on democracy, citizenship, and the public good. This unique digital edition brings together former lecturers in a discussion of the critical issues of our time, led by Michael Sandel. Featuring Michael Sandel, John Ralston Saul, The Hon. Louise Arbour, The Rt. Hon. Adrienne Clarkson, George Elliott Clarke, Sue Gardner, Adam Gopnik, The Rt. Hon. Beverley McLachlin, and Naheed Nenshi. See more

The #COVID19 pandemic affects everyone across Canada, but the impacts on queer and trans people haven’t been explored. To fill the gap, the Sex Now Survey team launched a special survey to better understand community needs. Time is running out, so be sure to make your voice heard: https://bit.ly/SNcovid19

Are you a gay, bi, trans, Two Spirit, queer (GBT2Q+) or other guy who is into guys in Calgary and area? We want your thoughts on some new and upcoming initiatives! -- Sign up for our focus groups!! (Sept 22 or Sept 24) https://www.centreforsexuality.ca//focus-groups-for-gbt2q/

Another job posting alert!! Training Centre Facilitator: full-time permanent position working 35 hours per week and will include some travel within the city and surrounding areas. Training Centre Facilitators are responsible for delivering a number of different workshop offerings to corporations, social service agencies and institutions. https://www.centreforsexuality.ca/about-us/get-involved/

Our Cloud GSA is back! GSA STUDENTS: Our community-based Cloud GSA Meeting series is for junior high and high school students. . .... . If you are a student and would like to attend you can email for the link: [email protected] Please include the name of your school and your GSA sponsor teacher to receive the link! We can’t wait to see you all there See more

We're hiring a Counsellor to provide professional counselling services, individual and group, that respond to the diverse needs of individuals. FT permanent position -- see the link for the online application -- posting closes Oct 25 https://www.centreforsexuality.ca/about-us/get-involved/

Wondering about what's available for STI Testing Services in Calgary and the safety protocols for accessing those services? Check out our recently updated STI Testing Services flowchart! https://www.centreforsexuality.ca//sti-testing-services-i/

Today is a great day to grab a coffee at Monogram Coffee !! Buy a coffee and support LGBTQ2s+ youth in Alberta! ATB Financial has partnered with Monogram Coffee to raise funds for our GSA programming. For every drink sold at any of Monogram’s locations, ATB will donate $2. Then, multiply your impact by posting a photo of your drink on Twitter or Instagram using #ATBPridethey’ll pitch in another $20 per pic!!

Sharing this info from the Canadian Virtual Hospice -- the organization is partnered with Health Canada and working with the Two-Spirit and LGBTQ+ community to address a gap in resources regarding advanced illness, end of life and grief. At a tough time of life, family dynamics, discrimination, disrespectful or inadequate access to care, financial concerns, and fear of having to "return to the closet" if admitted to a health facility can add to the challenges. The organization is seeking stories, either positive or negative, about navigating the health system, seeking care for themselves or someone they know, providing care for someone, preparing for end-of-life, or living with grief: their experiences will help shape and inform the resources. See the image for details.

The 2020 Alberta #GSA Conference is going digital! Workshop presenter applications due Sept 13th! This year the conference will deliver online workshops and networking events to GSA/QSA students and teachers across the province. To signup for updates email [email protected] with the subject "mail list signup." More info or to apply to present a worshop: https://www.ualberta.ca//gsas-and-qsas-in-school/index.html

Thank you ATB Financial for supporting LGBTQ2s+ youth in our province! On Friday, Sept. 4th, ATB is partnering with Monogram Coffee in support of the Centre for Sexuality’s ongoing efforts to help create safe spaces for LGBTQ2S+ youth and allies to come together, build relationships and most importantly, be themselves. For every drink purchased at any of Monogram’s three Calgary locations that day, ATB will donate $2 towards the Centre for Sexuality’s GSA programming.... Share a public photo of your drink on Twitter or Instagram using #ATBPride and ATB will donate another $20! #ATBPride #atbgoodnessgrows

The 5th Adrienne Clarkson Prize for Global Citizenship will be awarded to The Honourable Murray Sinclair. Join us in celebrating and honouring this remarkable I...ndigenous activist. Senator Sinclair served the justice system in Manitoba for over 25 years. He was the first Indigenous judge appointed in Manitoba and Canada’s second. The senator also served as the chief commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, participating in hundreds of hearings across Canada, giving survivors the long-overdue opportunity to tell their stories. The 5th Adrienne Clarkson Prize for Global Citizenship will feature Madame Clarkson and Senator Murray Sinclair in conversation, and a special performance by Indigenous director, composer, singer-songwriter, and activist Elisapie. The Adrienne Clarkson Prize for Global Citizenship is awarded annually to a leader whose life work has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to the ideals of belonging and inclusion.

We’re one week away from our favourite Pride brunch tradition all from the comfort of your home! Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we can’t be together in person but we are thrilled to bring our community together on an amazing video event platform called Remo. Visit with friends, enjoy our favourite MC, Mike Morrison from Mike’s Bloggity Blog, and experience heartwarming camp stories and moving performances.... Get your tickets and join us for some brunch that will leave you full of Pride! https://www.generoussolutions.com/e/pride-brunch-2020-462

Another cool way to show your Pride treat yourself while supporting our LGBTQ+ programs! From Aug 28-Sept 6, cool off with an ice cream sandwich and a Pride sticker at Village Ice Cream in support of our programs! #yycpride #CalgaryGSAnetwork #campfyrefly

Check out the special brunch menus from our incredible restaurant partners for #PrideBrunch: EATCROW Snack Bar, Hotel Arts/Yellow Door Bistro, and The Coup. Guests who order brunch will also receive an exclusive gift package with a #campfYrefly bug stuffie and other goodies, while supplies last! https://www.generoussolutions.com/e/pride-brunch-2020-462

Our 8th annual Pride Brunch in support of #CampfYrefly is 2 weeks away!! Can’t pick up brunch that morning? Don’t live in Calgary? You can still join us! Choose the no-food ticket option we’d love to see you there! https://tinyurl.com/y2fzehdy

These past few weeks have been hot hot hot! But luckily our friends at Village Ice Cream came through with a special delivery of ice cream to help keep our staff cool. Thanks Village! They've also got an exciting new Pride initiative in the works that will be supporting our LGBTQ2S+ programs so stay tuned for more details in the weeks to come! #WeAreAllVillagers #IceCream #YYC #Pride #SupportLocal

Wow - #PrideinaBox is all sold out!!! You bought 300 boxes and raised $15K for our LGBTQ2S+ programs! A huge, heartfelt thank you to @mikesbloggityblog and @TD for making this happen. We can't wait to see everyone's house decorated for Pride - don't forget to tag #PrideinaBox to be entered to win the Hotel Arts gift card! (See the link for details!) https://www.generoussolutions.com/e/pride-boxes-463

We’re hiring!! LGBTQ2S+ Community Engagement Coordinator: This is a full-time permanent position working 35 hours per week and will include some travel within the city and surrounding areas. Availability to work some evenings and weekends will be required. The position is based at our Calgary Office and reports directly to the Training Centre and Community Engagement manager. This posting will remain open until September 2, 2020.... https://www.centreforsexuality.ca/about-us/get-involved/

Get ‘em while they’re hot!! #PrideInABox

Your favourite Pride brunch tradition is a go all from the comfort of your home! Support LGBTQ+ youth, visit with friends, and enjoy a fantastic show - and you can order brunch from these local gems: EATCROW Snack Bar, Hotel Arts/Yellow Door Bistro, and The Coup! And of course it wouldn't be Pride Brunch without champagne. Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/y2fzehdy ... #pridebrunch2020 #campfyrefly