Pride

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia 2023

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Illustration of two figures, one light blue, the other pink, kissing in front of a rainbow. Behind them is a rainbow and flowers. Their bodies are marked up by scars. In the upper corners, grey faces look down at them, their eyes not visible, and shout, represented by red lightning bolts coming down. The figures and the rainbow take up the majority of the image, overpowering the negativity.

Today, May 17, is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. This year, we’re extremely cognizant of this day’s importance. When a Pride flag is destroyed, we must plant a new one. When hate causes harm, we must name it. When negativity draws a crowd, we must gather in positivity. To our queer family, … Read more

Celebrating Pride and acknowledging what still needs to be done

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An illustration of two cartoon, rainbow-coloured hands coming together in celebration. Text reads: Canada is home to 1 million people who are LGBTQ2+, accounting for 4% of the total population

Content warning: suicide June may be coming to an end, but CHASI is proud to celebrate Pride year-round. This year, Canada marks an exciting milestone, reaching one million members of the LGBTQ2+ community! Canada still has a long way to go, however. Statistics Canada has also shared information on the discrimination and challenges that the … Read more