Empowering our community with essential tools, educational guides, and direct support.
Education Hub
Access our comprehensive guides on LGBTQ+ history, allyship, and inclusive community building.
National Canadian Education & Advocacy Websites
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Egale Canada: Canada’s leading organization for LGBTQ2S+ human rights.
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The ArQuives: Canada’s LGBTQ2+ Archives.
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PFLAG Canada: Provides education and peer support.
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Two-Spirit Archives: Documenting the movement in Canada.
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Canadian Museum of History: Educational resources on identities.
Alberta-Specific Education & Community Resources
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Skipping Stone: Support for trans and gender-diverse individuals.
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Institute for Sexual Minority Studies (iSMSS): Research and leadership.
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Edmonton Queer History Project: Documenting Edmonton’s queer history.
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Calgary Gay History Project: Stories in Calgary.
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Centre for Sexuality: Education and training.
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Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre (ACLRC): Legal rights materials.
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Trans Equality Society of Alberta (TESA): Advocacy for trans Albertans.
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The Pride Centre of Edmonton: Support groups and directory.
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Alberta Education - GSAs: Information for students and staff.
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Red Deer Native Friendship Society: Building an empowered community.
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Sylvan Lake Municipal Library: Prism Club
Support Networks
2SLGBTQQIA+ supports
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LGBT Youthline – confidential, non-judgemental and informed LGBTQ2S+ peer support
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Phone: 1-800-268-9688 (2 pm to 7:30 pm, Sunday to Friday)
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Text: 647-694-4275 (Standard text message rates may apply.)
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Youthline chat available
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Trans Lifeline – a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support and resources they need to survive and thrive
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Call: 1-877-330-6366 (24/7)
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Kids helpline
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Kids Help Phone – free, anonymous, confidential telephone crisis support and counselling for youth in Canada
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Phone: 1-800-668-6868 (24/7)
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Text: 'CONNECT' to 686868 (Standard text message rates may apply.)
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Online chat available
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Family violence
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Family Violence Info Line – if you or someone you know is experiencing family violence or abuse, and you have questions or want to anonymously find out about programs, resources and services
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Phone: 310-1818 (24/7, 170+ languages)
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Alberta Provincial Abuse Helpline – if you suspect someone is experiencing family violence or abuse
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Phone: 1-855-443-5722 (7:30 am to 8 pm, Monday to Friday; 100+ languages)
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Family Violence Info Line Online chat (8 am to 8 pm, English only)
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Family violence prevention information
Sexual assault services
Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services
Alberta’s One-Line for Sexual Violence – if you have experienced any form of sexual violence and need crisis support or if you need help finding sexual assault support services in Alberta.
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Toll free: 1-866-403-8000 (9 am to 9 pm daily, 170+ languages)
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Text: 866-403-8000 (Standard text message rates may apply.)
Shelters
Shelters can provide you a place to stay if you need to escape family violence or are experiencing homelessness.
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Emergency shelters – for individuals and families escaping family violence or facing homelessness
Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters – a map of member shelters across the province
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AHS Mental Health Help Line 1-877-303-2642
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9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
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Indigenous Hope for Wellness Helpline 1-855-242-3310
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211 Alberta: find programs and services in your community.
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811 Health Link
REACH out to help
R - Recognize when someone is struggling
E - Engage in conversation and listen
A - Ask about suicidal thoughts and feelings
C - Connect to support and resources
H - Heal yourself by taking care of your own mental health
Inclusive Education & Allyship Toolkits
PRISM Toolkit: Tools for safe classroom discussions.
SOGI 123: Inclusive learning environments resources.
Allyship Guide: Best practice guides on inclusive language.
Seniors Resources: Resources for affirming organizations.
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