Canadian Queer History

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Resistance

Resistance & Rebellion

The actions and events that challenged homophobia, injustice and discrimination.
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Rights

Rights & Freedoms

The journey to LGBT2Q+ equality and human rights across Canada (Turtle Island)
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Marches & Festivals

Marches, events and moments in Canadian LGBT2Q+ history
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Firsts

Firsts

Significant moments for LGBT2Q+ Individuals and community
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Milestones

Key moments that have shaped our LGBT2Q+ history
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Queer History

The pursuit of LGBT2Q+ acceptance, equality & inclusion
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Featured History Articles

Tipping Points: A History of Racism

In 2020, North America' attention was focused on the issue of racism, and that conversation carried into the Queer communi
History of Two-Spirit

The concept of Two Spirit has existed since time immemorial, but the term itself only came into use in 1990. How much do you…
Eating Fire: A History of the Dyke March

An indomitable legacy is carried on to this day by Dyke Marches across the world, one that pushes back against centuries of…

A Moment in Queer History

Two Spirit (niizh manidoowag) is coined
July 27, 1990

Media Credit: Two-Spirit Archives
The term Two Spirit (niizh manidoowag) is coined at the third annual Native American/First Nations Gay and Lesbian Conference in Winnipeg.

The term allows Indigenous LGBTQ+ folks to reject other English terms that impose the Western views of gender and sexuality on indigenous people.

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all blood is equal campaign

Science doesn’t discriminate.
HIV/AIDS doesn’t discriminate.

Why does Canada Blood Services?

#EndTheBloodBan #AllBloodIsEqual

Food for Queers
Stay Safe. Not Hungry

Providing support for 2SLGBTQ+ folks experiencing food insecurities within the city of London

No questions. No contact. Just Support!

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