April 28th, 2020

The findings of our latest national survey, I​mpacts of COVID-19 on Canada’s LGBTQI2S communities, show that COVID-19 has had a disproportionate impact on the LGBTQI2S community. These impacts have affected our community across the board, from issues with mental and physical health, job security or household finances and more.

It is important that as a community we come together to help one another through this difficult time. 

Our team at Egale has created a number of resources for LGBTQI2S people to help navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic while in "Queerantine". Our resources span from general health tips and mental health resources and legal resources to information for parents, educators, seniors or employers/employees. Our Queerantine 101 resource hub, available on our website, has something for everyone. 

A few of the top resources include:

• Tackling Anti-LGBTQI2S Cyberbullying in Schools
• Stuck in quarantine with your homophobic or transphobic family
• LGBTQI2S Mental Health Tips during the COVID-19 Pandemic
• What to do when your child comes out to you
• Supporting Your Gender Diverse Child
• Video chatting tips for LGBTQI2S older people
• Tips for LGBTQI2S employment during the COVID-19 pandemic

Visit our website to find our full list of Queerantine 101 resources or to make a donation to help us continue supporting our community during this difficult time and beyond.

Helen Kennedy, Executive Director