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Submit your artwork and get published in our youth anthology!

CALLING ALL ARTISTS! If you’re a 2SLGBTQ+ youth artist from Peel and Halton regions, we’ve got an opportunity for you! YouthOrganize is thrilled to share our Call for Submissions for our first ever Anthology project.   About the Anthology:   The main thematic focus of YouthOrganize’s anthology is the exploration of self-discovery, centering on the journey […]

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HelpLine CLOSED TODAY Sep 21

  Due to unforeseen circumstances, the helpline will be closed today.   Our HelpLine will reopen to its regular hours tomorrow (Friday, September 22). Our hours are 4:00pm – 9:30pm EST, Sunday to Friday.   If you require urgent support, you can try contacting KidsHelpPhone or Trans Lifeline or YouthSpace.

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Open Letter to the Minister of Education

Our team recently learned about Minister Lecce’s comments suggesting that school boards should disclose the gender identities of trans and non-binary students to their families. We are disturbed by the policy and legislation implications that these comments have regarding the safety of 2SGLTBQ+ youth at schools.   You can view our letter here.   Here […]

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You’re Invited to our 2023 Annual General Meeting!

We are hosting an evening of community as we reflect on the past year at YouthLine and plan for the next.   Admission is free, and everyone is welcome to join! Fill out your information at this Zoom registration form to register as an attendee.   Voting Membership   At the AGM we will also […]

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Update on donation from Great Canadian Entertainment

Dear YouthLine community,    We are incredibly grateful for all your support over Pride month this year. Pride is our busiest and most important fundraising time as a 2SLGBTQ+ organization.    In the last couple of days, a story has been circulating in the news about a large donation to LGBT YouthLine. While we deeply […]

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Now Recruiting Peer Support Volunteers for Our HelpLine!

LGBT YouthLine is currently recruiting 2SLGBTQ+ youth (16-29 years old) to operate our remote HelpLine! If you are passionate about supporting and collaborating with other 2SLGBTQ+ youth across Ontario, please read more about this opportunity below.   We operate remotely, so anyone across Ontario can take part! YouthLine offers an accessibility fund for those who may […]

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LGBT YouthLine present “Quinn”

When you register for this event at this link, you will be emailed instructions to watch the film QUINN. Watch the film on your own time then join us at this scheduled virtual Q&A! Please check for this link under the heading ADDITIONAL INFORMATION in your Eventbrite email. QUINN is an intimate documentary of gender identity, […]

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HelpLine Closure Update

Dear YouthLine Community,    As we start off the new year, we at Youthline would like to express our appreciation for the support our community continues to show us as we work to support 2SLGBTQ+ youth across Ontario. We would also like to share an important update with you all about our Helpline operations in […]

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We're hiring an Interim Executive Director

We’re Hiring An Interim Executive Director

  LGBT YouthLine is seeking an Interim Executive Director for a 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension.    About the role:  LGBT YouthLine is seeking an Interim Executive Director for a 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension. The Interim Executive Director will work with an incredible team of 2SLGBTQ+ staff and volunteers who are reimagining what […]

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The Holiday Season with YouthLine

  Our holiday campaign for 2022 is Slowing Down. This holiday season at YouthLine, we are acknowledging the journeys we’ve all been on this year, making time for rest right now, and dreaming about our aspirations for the future.   YouthLine’s offices will be closed from December 21 until January 3 as staff take time to […]