Williams Lake Pride Society

Good news for LGTBQ+ Canadians. The 2021 census will be the first to include a transgender/non binary identity marker. https://www.ctvnews.ca//statistics-canada-wants-you-to-hel

Trans Care BC is offering a virtual Trans ID Clinic on February 22 2021 5-8pm on Zoom, for those interested in changing their gender marker on their ID.

CALL TO ARTISTS BIPOC & LGBTQ2S+ artists are needed to participate in the upcoming Exhibition: Living While Marginalized at the Penticton Art Gallery "In the la...st year, we have seen a beautiful uprising of marginalized individuals fighting for justice & fair treatment in North America & Globally. Living While Marginalized aims to highlight the lived experiences of BIPOC & LGBTQ2S+ folks through art. We hope to provide a platform for individuals to freely express themselves & tell their stories to our community in a safe environment." Keisha McLean Guest Curator, Living While Marginalized Additional Information: Artist Requirements: Individuals who identify as a BIPOC or LGBTQ2S+ Work Media: Paints, Prints, Multi-Media, Audio / Visual, small sculptures Submission: Send submission details to [email protected]

Today is #bellletstalkday, a day to help end stigma regarding mental health and illness. People in the LGTBQ+ community face a higher rate of mental health issues due to discrimination and violence against them. Remember, YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Please talk to someone you trust; a teacher, coworker, family member, best friend, or a councillor. Here are some hotlines for resources if you need confidential help. Kid’s Help Phone - 1-800-668-6868 or txt 686868 for a crisis responder.... Toll free. Cariboo Canadian Mental Health Association Crisis Line - 1-888-353-2273 Canada Mental Health Support Hotline - 1-855-242-3310 (toll-free). Canadian Forces Member Wellness Line - 1-800-268-7708 (toll free). Veterans Affairs Crisis Line - 1-800-268-7708

To all our LGBTQ2 friends & neighbours, please take some time to respond to our survey on the lived experience of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer..., & two-spirited people. Let us know how we can make more inclusive https://bit.ly/3bWxNXF À tous nos amis et proches LGBTQ2, s’il vous plaît prenez un moment pour répondre à notre sondage sur l’expérience vécue des personnes lesbiennes, homosexuelles, transgenres, queer, & bispirituelles. Dites-nous comment on peut faire en sorte que le soit plus inclusif https://bit.ly/393p3Nz See more

We have had two more people come forward to run for positions on our incoming 2021 Board of Directors. The incoming Board will be voted on THIS COMING FRIDAY, December 18th at our AGM. The meeting will take place at 6:30 PM via Zoom - we can't wait to see everyone there. Don't forget to check out our AGM 2020 photo album for position descriptions and candidates before the event! If you are interested, it isn't too late to run for a position! Simply send us a message with your name, a photo, the position, and a quick bio and we will get you posted in no time. Williams Lake Pride is made possible by a community of engaged volunteers like you!

Government of Canada has announced a federal action plan regarding LGTBQ+ Canadians. The aim according to their site is to gain information from those who identify as LGTBQ+ on their experiences and reception in their communities. I am taking the survey and feel this is a step in the right direction towards inclusion of our people here in WL and across the country. https://www.canada.ca//free-to-be/lgbtq2-action-plan.html

WLPS Position Postings Part 2