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National Indigenous History Month
Each June, Canadians celebrate the history, heritage, and diversity of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples as part of both National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21. There are a number of local events you can participate in.
Activities in and around Edmonton (with information/videos/resources)
National Indigenous Peoples Day with Lance Cardinal: Virtual event June 19
Celebrate Indigenous Peoples and Pride with the Faculty of Native Studies: June 20 at the U of A in front of Pembina Hall 11:30-1:30pm
June is PRIDE Month!
Pride month serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of acceptance, diversity, and love. It brings together individuals, organizations, and communities to advocate for 2SLGBTQ+ rights and celebrate the progress made towards a more inclusive society. There are a number of local events you can participate in.
EPTL Diversity, Equity, and Human Rights Committee: Pride in the Park - June 8, 2024 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Camp fYrefly: July 26-28, 2024
Pride Centre of Edmonton
QueerOUT: A weekly program for queer and trans youth aged 12-24 who are looking for space to hang out, learn, and have fun. Every Wednesday, 5-7pm. Contact the Pride Centre for details on how to join. hello@pridecentreofedmonton.ca
Single Session Counseling offered by The Family Centre. Sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis every Tuesday and Thursday. Virtual sessions are available at a limited capacity. For more information about phone and video sessions, please call 780-488-3234.
YWCA
Y-Space: Y-Space is a youth-led initiative at the YWCA. The content has been adapted to be gender-inclusive and neutral. Workshops are provided to all youth at the same time, regardless of gender. Y-Space addresses key social issues facing youth in an inclusive manner. Meetings are for youth ages 11-17. Email youthprograms@ywcaedm.org for more information.
Altview
One-on-one parent/student support by appointment email laurel@altview.ca or shay@altview.ca
PFLAG
PFLAG meetings offer peer-to-peer support for all people in the 2SLGBTQ+ community and for allies, families and loved ones. Meetings are still online on select Tuesdays and Saturdays, 2:30-4:30pm. Email edmontonab@pflagcanada.ca for the latest info.
Kids Help Phone
It can be difficult to find the words to express how you're feeling with someone, especially if you don't share the same language. That's why Kids Help Phone is offering phone counselling in over 100 languages, with the help of trained interpreters, so you can tell us how you feel, in your own words.
Call 1-800-668-6868
Kickstand Connect: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Supports for Students and Families
Kickstand Connect is a virtual walk-in-clinic for youth. Kickstand Connect is a free, confidential, low barrier wellness service for youth aged 12-25 and their families and caregivers. The services include mental health and substance use counseling, peer support, employment services, as well as free workshops and support groups.
Registration and booking appointments for the services can be accessed through mykickstand.ca
