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FtM and have questions? Have we got a resource for you!

Posted August 23rd, 2010 by Aniska Youth Line | No Comments

I’m a big fan of all things detailed, so when this link was forwarded to me, I admit, I did a little bit of a geeky happy dance. If you’re a trans guy, or someone looking for information and resources about all things FtM (female to male), check the site out!

Qu(e)erying Religion

Posted August 17th, 2010 by Aniska Youth Line | No Comments

Religion can be a big force in our lives and finding a way to combine our spirituality and sexuality may sometimes be a challenge. Many churches, synagogues and mosques may not be safe welcoming spaces for LGBTQ people, but there are a growing number that are offering positive space for queer and trans folks to [...]

Youth Group Spotlight: Rainbow Youth Niagara’s Rainbow Squads

Posted July 26th, 2010 by neowinter | No Comments

This month we’re featuring “Rainbow Youth Niagara’s Rainbow Squads” in our Youth Group Spotlight! Thanks to Stephanie Vail, Program Director, for the info!
*Know of a group that you’d like featured? Let us know!*

When: St. Catharines – 3rd Thursday of every Month from 6:30pm-8:00pm
Where: St. Catharines Public Library in the Bankers Meeting Room
When: Niagara Falls – [...]

Youth Group Spotlight: Open Closet in London, ON

Posted June 23rd, 2010 by Aniska Youth Line | No Comments

These folks rock so much we had to create a whole new award for them this year at the Community Youth Awards!
Here are their details:
Open Closet Youth Group
186 King St. West. London ON
Email: dnosella@aidslondon.com for meeting times and more information
Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=40490970427&ref=mf
Open Closet is a youth group for youth between the ages of 14 and [...]

Bill 157: Things you should know

Posted May 28th, 2010 by Aniska Youth Line | No Comments

In February, the Ontario government passed Bill 157: Keeping Our Kids Safe at School Act. There’s a lot of information contained within the bill (which you can learn more about here) but here are the major pieces:

It is now mandatory for  teachers, school staff, and administration (principles and vice-principles) to intervene in all forms of [...]

Open Relationships

Posted April 20th, 2010 by Aniska Youth Line | No Comments

Monogamy is one of these concepts that is talked about as an absolute- like, there’s only one way of having relationships, and there’s nothing outside of that way that is healthy or normal. There’s this often unquestioned rule that ‘real’ relationships consists of only two people.  And while there’s nothing wrong with monogamous relationships and [...]

What to say when you hear “That’s so gay”

Posted April 5th, 2010 by Aniska Youth Line | No Comments

Do you hear this phrase all the time and you‟re not sure what to say back? Try some of the ideas below!
Call it for what it is: Being direct and telling someone that saying  “That’s so gay” is homophobic is a great way of responding. It’s quick, it’s to the point and if you say [...]

Amazing resource for GSA/Rainbow Groups in High Schools!

Posted April 1st, 2010 by Aniska Youth Line | No Comments

Have you seen this? MyGSA.ca is a fantastic site with ways to connect with GSAs/Rainbow Groups/Pride Groups in high schools across Canada, information about how to start a group, and ideas on what to do with your group once it’s started. You can register your group, email other groups, see how many groups exist nearby [...]

Paint Canada Pink April 14th!

Posted April 1st, 2010 by Aniska Youth Line | No Comments

Looking for a fun and easy way to take a stand against homophobia in your school/town? How about putting on some pink on April 14th? Check out the Day of Pink Resource Page and grab some posters and stickers to help spread the message that homophobia is not acceptable in your space! Feel free to [...]

Durham Region’s Getting Snazzy- Pride Prom 2010!

Posted March 31st, 2010 by Aniska Youth Line | No Comments

Fabulous youth in Durham- get ready to party! The 2nd Annual Pride Prom is coming up! Check out the details here.