Organizations
In this section we have brought together a number of LGBT2SQ+ serving organizations, support groups and resources which may be of interest to you or someone you know. There are both national and local resources.
- Local Organizations and Support Groups
- Post-Secondary Organizations
- Youth Focused Organizations
- Two-Spirit Resources
- National Organizations
Note: Due to Covid-19 social distancing Rainbow Resource Centre is closed until further notice but are still available by email and phone! They are conducting counseling by phone. https://rainbowresourcecentre.org/news/2020/centre-closed-until-further-notice
Read by Queens
Read by Queens is a program for families featuring local drag performers Winnipeg Public Library presents in partnership with Sunshine House. Check out At the Library for information on all our upcoming programs including Read by Queens.
Pride Winnipeg
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Pride WinnipegPride Winnipeg has been celebrated annually since 1987 and has evolved from a one-day event into a 10-day festival filled with pride, confidence, fun, colour, music, laughter, optimism and activism. Due to Covid-19 this year Pride will be held virtually.
Local Organizations and Support Groups
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Rainbow Resource CentreProvides support, education and resources to foster a proud, resilient anddiversit LGBT2SQ+ community.
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Klinic Community Health CentreOffers primary health care, mental health care and community health services to enhance individual and community capacity. Specific programming offered to the LGBTQ2S+ community.
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Like That - Sunshine HouseLike That provides a space where people exploring gender and/or sexual identity can gather for fun, skills building and recreation. Sunshine House is a drop-in centre focusing on harm reduction, health promotion and social inclusion.
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Out There Sports and RecreationA sports and recreation group for Winnipeg's LGBTQ2S+ community.
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QPOC WinnipegCreating safer spaces where Queer and Trans People of Colour feel represented and inspired. QPOC organizes dance parties and gatherings for the community.
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Rainbow Harmony ProjectA community chorus providing an opportunity for people who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, two-sprit and their friends to sing together in Winnipeg.
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Sexuality Education Resource CentreOffers supportive programming for LGBTQ2S+ individuals, families and friends in Western Manitoba.
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Trans ManitobaA volunteer, non-profit, independent group whose goal is to represent all of Manitoba's trans and gender fluid folks.
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Anakhnu: Jewish LGBTQ2S+ groupA group for Jewish LGBTQ2S+ individuals, family members and friends to socialize, share information and ideas. Offered in association with Rady Jewish Community Centre.
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Dream CatchersWeekly support group for women and transgender individuals transitioning from the sex trade, providing a safe and supportive place to start their healing journey.
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Generous SpaceA group exploring the intersections of Christian faith and sexual/gender identities. There is a Winnipeg chapter that meets twice a month. Email: beth@generousspace.ca
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The Winnipeg Transgender Support GroupVolunteer-run organization of male-to-female, female-to-male and intersexed individuals. Their primary goal is to offer peer support and information for anyone who wishes to explore issues of gender identity or transition in a non-judgmental environment.
Local Post-Secondary Organizations
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Rainbow Pride Mosaic - University of ManitobaUniversity of Manitoba’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trangender, Two-Spirited, Queer (LGBTTQ*) and Straight Ally resource centre. RPM offers discussion groups, referrals, and programs and events throughout the year.
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Rainbow Lounge - University of WinnipegThe Rainbow Lounge is a safe, social space, open to all students with an open and inclusive view of sexuality and gender diversity
Youth Focused Organizations
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GSA NetworkNetwork of GSA's across the United States, this website has some great resources for starting your own GSA.
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The Get Real MovementGet REAL MB is a local branch of the national non-profit organization, The Get REAL Movement. Our goal is to support 2SLGBTQ+ youth across the country by providing After-School Programs and in-school presentations. The After-School Program is geared towards youth ages 13-17, occurs once a month, and is free for students. Guest speakers, workshops, field trips, and mentorship is included in this program. Please contact: mackenzie@thegetrealmovement.com for more information or to register.
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Native Youth Sexual Health NetworkAn organization by and for Indigenous youth that works across issues of sexual and reproductive health, rights and justice throughout the United States and Canada.
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PRISM programA mentoring program for LGBTTQ2IA+ youth in Winnipeg where they are matched with a volunteer mentor from the LGBTTQ2IA+ community. This is done with support through Big Brothers Big Sisters.
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Rainbow Resource Centre Youth programsRRC has a number of programs for youth including Peer Project for Youth - a popular drop in program for LGBTTQ+ youth ages 13-21.
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Teen TalkTeen Talk is a Youth Health Education Program. We provide services for youth from a harm reduction, prevention education perspective with a focus on sexuality, reproductive health, body image, substance use awareness, mental health, issues of diversity and anti-violence issues.
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My GSA in Manitoba schoolsManitoba Education in collaboration with EGALE Canada developed and published Safe and Caring Schools – A Resource for Equity and Inclusion in Manitoba Schools (MB MYGSA). This document is a valuable tool for educators, students, and parents in working together to create more equitable and inclusive schools, especially with respect to diversity of sexuality and gender identity and expression.
Two-Spirit Resources
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Two-Spirited People of ManitobaImprove the quality of life of Two-Spirit (Aboriginal gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans) people in Manitoba, which includes raising funds for and assisting in providing appropriate advocacy, education, health services, housing, employment training and cultural development.
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Out Saskatoon - Two Spirit and Sexual HealthA concise explanation about the sexual health of two-spirited individuals.
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Manitoba Archival Information Network - Two-Spirited CollectionTwo-Spirited collection at the University of Winnipeg Archives including photographs, books, posters, videos and textiles.
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Native Women's Association of Canada Two-Sprit and LGBTQ strategyNWAC is designing an engagement strategy to gain a better understanding of how to advocate for queer, trans, non-binary, and Two-Spirited Indigenous peoples.
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Native Youth Sexual Health NetworkAn organization by and for Indigenous youth that works across issues of sexual and reproductive health, rights and justice throughout the United States and Canada.
National Organizations
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Canadian Centre for Gender and Sexual DiversityThe Canadian Centre for Gender and Sexual Diversity (CCGSD) intersectionally promotes diversity in gender identity, gender expression, and romantic and/or sexual orientation in all its forms on a national level through services in the areas of education, health, and advocacy.
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Canadian Professional Association for Transgender HealthLargest national multidisciplinary professional organization in the world, working to support the health, wellbeing and dignity of trans and gender diverse people.
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Egale Canada Human Rights TrustOnly national charity promoting LGBT human rights through research, education and community engagement
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Gender Creative KidsGenderCreativeKids.ca, the website, provides resources for supporting and affirming gender creative kids within their families, schools and communities.
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PFLAG CanadaPFLAG Canada is Canada's only national organization that helps all Canadians with issues of sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. PFLAG Canada supports, educates and provides resources to all individuals with questions or concerns, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Pride at Work CanadaAims to improve the climate of inclusiveness for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans-identified employees in the workplace.
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TransParent CanadaOffers support to families and friends of trans-identified individuals.
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Salaam CanadaSalaam Canada is a volunteer-run national organization dedicated to creating space for people who identify as both Muslim and queer and trans.