Toronto Pflag Calendar of Events
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Learn more about our Support Meetings
☛ 7pm on 2nd Tuesdays (online)
☛ Lunchtime 3rd Tuesdays (online)
☛ 7pm on 4th Wednesdays (sometimes in person)
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We also offer a social “Dads Night” for fathers of LGBTQ2S+ kiddos to hang out together. (Mix of online and in person)
☛ 4th Thursdays
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The Transfemme and Nonbinary Support group is facilitated by transfemme folx, for adult trans women and nonbinary people (online)
☛ 3rd Thursdays
Here are some selected stories from past newsletters. You are invited to browse our archives of Toronto Pflag News Stories.
Pansexuality is a sexual orientation which is not limited by gender. It is defined as an attraction to all genders, including trans, nonbinary and gender non-conforming people.
Pansexual Pride Day is an annual celebration of the pansexual community, which recognizes, celebrates and brings visibility to those who identify as pansexual. It is celebrated on December 8 each
The 1st of December is an important day, marking not just the beginning of the holiday season for many, but the recognition of World AIDS Day. This important date is a time to recognize those who have been lost to the HIV/AIDS pandemic over the past four decades, as well as to celebrate life, activism, and continued progress toward a cure and combating stigma.
A United Nations study found that, by 2020, between 27.2 million and 47.8 million people have died as a result of AIDS, and that another 37.7 million are currently living with HIV. Luckily, thanks to years of scientific work and public health campaigns, as well as activist efforts, the death rates and stigma around HIV/AIDS have plummeted
By Mike Ott
Why do we celebrate Pride Month in June? Why is Pride marked by a parade? Why do we so often hear about Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and other LGBTQ2S+ heroes this time of year? These are common questions that many have, and they all reach back to the same root answer: the Stonewall Riots.
In June of 1969, an event took place that is considered by many to be the igniting spark of the modern queer rights movement.
Here’s what happened: In the very early hours of June 28, 1969, New York City police raided the Stonewall Inn, a Greenwich Village institution on Christopher Street that served as a popular gathering place for queer people. Finally having had enough, patrons and other community members fought back, resisting police aggression and violence.
This resistance effort, now known as the Stonewall Riots, extended into the following days and nights, eventually culminating in the formation of several activist groups fighting for the right to live openly and legally regardless of sexual orientation.
One year later, in 1970, members of
Are you an 18+ trans woman, transfeminine individual, or nonbinary person looking for support? Are you questioning or exploring your gender identity? Do you have questions about coming out to partners, family and friends, coming out at work, social transition, medical and legal transition? Are you looking for community and a place to discuss your trans experience during the pandemic? Toronto Pflag's new transfeminine and nonbinary virtual support group may be for you!
The group will be a trans and nonbinary safe space, facilitated by trans feminine folx. It will be held on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-9:30 pm.
Please email: transfem.enby@torontopflag.org to register, or for more information.
These are some highlights. Read other stories from our President’s Monthly Message 👇🏾 or our News Page ☝🏿.
There is SO MUCH GOING ON this weekend! Join Toronto Pflag at Pride Toronto’s Festival. For a list of all the things Pflag is up to this month, check out our list of Pflag Pride activities! https://www.torontopflag.org/pride-2023
Toronto Pflag invites all LGBTQ2S+ individuals, families, friends and their allies to our annual Pride Family Brunch on Sunday June 25th, 9 AM - 10:30 AM. Details regarding the buffet breakfast can be found below and interested folks should RSVP by emailing volunteer@torontopflag.org. See you for brunch!
WHAT: Toronto Pflag's annual Pride Family Brunch
WHERE: Pogue Mahone Pub & Kitchen - 777 Bay St. (enter via College St.)
PRICE: Buffet Breakfast for $19.65/person includes tax and 18% tip
Location is wheelchair accessible and has all-gender washrooms.
Join us on Saturday June 17th from 2-5PM for a pride parade sign making session! The session will take place at at Runnymede United Church at 432 Runnymede Road. Toronto Pflag will provide all the art supplies - just show up and be prepared to make signs for any of the Trans Rally and March, the Dyke March, or the Pride Parade.
All languages are welcome and this is an accessible location with free parking across the street. Additionally, participants can qualify for high school volunteer hours.
RSVP is much appreciated by emailing volunteer@torontopflag.org. See you then!
Join us on Sunday, June 11th from 2 PM-3 PM for our NEW Pride Month event & Persian language project! RSVP to attend this virtual event and listen in on an important dialogue created to illuminate the challenges and lived-experiences faced by LGBTQ2S+ Iranians and their families when coming out and transitioning.
Our moderated conversation and community panel in Farsi will include
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