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| Subject | The Acronym: December 2025 |
| Date | December 15, 2025 12:37 PM |
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This December, we're excited to share with you: our Gift of Belonging campaign, new research initiatives, resources, and more.
December 2025
Donate < [link removed] >
The Acronym is your source for the latest news, events, and resources from Egale Canada.
This December, we're excited to share with you: our Gift of Belonging campaign, new research initiatives, resources, and more.
[Image alt text: A person draped in a transgender pride flag stands beside bold text reading "Trans Awareness Week," with part of the trans pride flag visible through a torn section of white paper.] < [link removed] > Give the Gift of Belonging
With all its colours, glitter, and pageantry, the winter holidays shouldbe a time of warmth, connection, and celebration. But for many 2SLGBTQI people, it’s the hardest time of year.
This is exactly why your support matters.You can help create spaces where people feel affirmed, valued, and welcomed — especially when they need it most.
With your help, we can give more 2SLGBTQI people the greatest holiday gift of all: the Gift of Belonging.
Donate to Give the Gift of Belonging < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: A graphic saying "Inclusive Schools with Egale Canada" beside a photo of three people in a classroom, two sitting at a desk with books and one standing, all smiling.] < [link removed] > Bring Inclusive Education into the New Year
As we approach the new year, one thing remains constant - the need for 2SLGBTQI inclusive education.
With the sharp rise in harmful mis- and disinformation and coordinated efforts to roll back 2SLGBTQI rights, we saw members of the school community come together to push back against exclusionary practices and advocate for inclusive education.
This year alone, we reached over 4,000 students and educators across 260 schoolsin Canada. Students used Egale’s resources to lead conversations, start GSAs, and speak up when school didn’t feel safe.
Join us in creating inclusive schools for all students.
Book a workshop or use our free resources at egale.ca/inclusive-schools < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: Blue graphic with the text "Frequently Asked Questions: Gender Affirming Care in Canada," featuring a faint map of Canada, a large question mark, and an illustrated clipboard with a medical form.] < [link removed] > Frequently Asked Questions: Gender Affirming Care in Canada
Gender affirming care refers to a range of supports that help people
live authentically in their gender.
This FAQ is a guide < [link removed] > to gender affirming care in Canada, providing clear, evidence-based answersto common questions for trans, nonbinary, and Two Spirit people, their families, and allies.
This resource is designed for community members, healthcare providers, those caring for themselves or a loved one, and anyone who wants practical information to navigate the healthcare system, address barriers, and promote safer, gender affirming experiences.
Access this resource at egale.ca/gac-faq < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: A graphic with the text “Participants Wanted for the Queering Home Photovoice Project,” next to a stylized hand holding a camera. The hand has a blue, pink, and white striped wristband. The background is a soft gradient of blue and pink.] < [link removed] > Participants Wanted for the Queering Home Photovoice Project
Are you part of a Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer (2SLGBTQ+) shared household in Ontario or Alberta? Are you Interested in photography and being part of conversations about what it means for 2SLGBTQ+ people to share housing?
The Queering Home Photovoice Project is seeking research participants ages 30+to take part in an online photovoice study.
Participants will receive a $350 honorarium.
To learn more about this project and express your interest click here. < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: Five people sit on stage in a panel discussion at a conference, with microphones and water bottles, in front of blue-lit curtains. Audience members are seated at round tables in the foreground.]Egale attended the Community-Based Research Centre Summit in Montreal
Each year, the CBRC Summit convenes diverse voices, impactful research, and innovative strategies to advance health outcomes for 2SLGBTQI communities. It’s an important space for sharing knowledge, strengthening networks, and driving meaningful change.
Egale was proud to present several of our current projects and research initiatives, including our:
• legal advocacy related to the health and well-being of 2SLGBTQI communities
• national climate research study on anti-2SLGBTQI hate and violence
• research on gender-based violence prevention education in Newfoundland and Labrador, and more.
[Image alt text: Two people sit on a couch, smiling and working together with a laptop and documents. An open booklet titled "Workplace Guide to Supporting Colleagues Coming Out" is shown on a purple background.] < [link removed] > Workplace Guide to Supporting Colleagues Coming Out
This resource provides strategies that everyone can incorporate into their daily interactions to indicate that they are a safer person to come out to in the workplace.
In our Working for Change national survey < [link removed] > , 72%of trans and nonbinary staffreported experiencing workplace discrimination.
By being explicit and proactive in your allyship, you can help foster environments where everyone, including 2SLGBTQI people, can feel safe being their authentic selves.
Access this guide at egale.ca/workplace-coming-out < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: A person looks at a laptop screen displaying a webinar page titled "HELP US REMAIN: Understanding and Supporting 2SLGBTQI Experiences with Dementia," featuring a photo of two people embracing and event registration details.] < [link removed] > Help Us Remain: Understanding and Supporting 2SLGBTQI Experiences with Dementia
The Canadian healthcare system isn’t equipped to meet the needs of 2SLGBTQI people living with dementia.
Join Egale Canada for a free webinar to explore the experiences of 2SLGBTQI people living with dementia. Participants will explore Egale’s dementia-related research and resources and gain practical tools and strategies for delivering identity-affirming, inclusive care.
• Tuesday, January 20, 2026, | 12pm -1pm ET
• Register today < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: Two cartoon red birds sit on branches over snow next to bold yellow text that reads, “Hope your holidays are merry and gay!” Additional text says, “The holidays have always been a little… queer. egale.ca/belonging.”.] < [link removed] > Make someone's ho-ho-holiday and give the Gift of Belonging by donating in their honour!
When you donate in honour of someone between now and December 31st, you can receive a limited-time holiday e-card.
Once you've made your 'in honour' donation, email [email protected] < mailto:[email protected] > to let us know! Perfect for the people in your life you want to show you care about the causes near and dear to them.
Donate today and give the Gift of Belonging < [link removed] >
Egale Canada
120 Carlton Street, Suite 217 | Toronto, Ontario M5A 4K2
416-964-7887 | [email protected] < [email protected] >
Egale works to improve the lives of 2SLGBTQI people in Canada and to enhance the global response to 2SLGBTQI issues. Egale achieves this by informing public policy, inspiring cultural change, and promoting human rights and inclusion through research, education and community engagement.
Our vision is a Canada, and ultimately a world, without homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, and all other forms of oppression so that every person can achieve their full potential, free from hatred and bias.
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December 2025
Donate < [link removed] >
The Acronym is your source for the latest news, events, and resources from Egale Canada.
This December, we're excited to share with you: our Gift of Belonging campaign, new research initiatives, resources, and more.
[Image alt text: A person draped in a transgender pride flag stands beside bold text reading "Trans Awareness Week," with part of the trans pride flag visible through a torn section of white paper.] < [link removed] > Give the Gift of Belonging
With all its colours, glitter, and pageantry, the winter holidays shouldbe a time of warmth, connection, and celebration. But for many 2SLGBTQI people, it’s the hardest time of year.
This is exactly why your support matters.You can help create spaces where people feel affirmed, valued, and welcomed — especially when they need it most.
With your help, we can give more 2SLGBTQI people the greatest holiday gift of all: the Gift of Belonging.
Donate to Give the Gift of Belonging < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: A graphic saying "Inclusive Schools with Egale Canada" beside a photo of three people in a classroom, two sitting at a desk with books and one standing, all smiling.] < [link removed] > Bring Inclusive Education into the New Year
As we approach the new year, one thing remains constant - the need for 2SLGBTQI inclusive education.
With the sharp rise in harmful mis- and disinformation and coordinated efforts to roll back 2SLGBTQI rights, we saw members of the school community come together to push back against exclusionary practices and advocate for inclusive education.
This year alone, we reached over 4,000 students and educators across 260 schoolsin Canada. Students used Egale’s resources to lead conversations, start GSAs, and speak up when school didn’t feel safe.
Join us in creating inclusive schools for all students.
Book a workshop or use our free resources at egale.ca/inclusive-schools < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: Blue graphic with the text "Frequently Asked Questions: Gender Affirming Care in Canada," featuring a faint map of Canada, a large question mark, and an illustrated clipboard with a medical form.] < [link removed] > Frequently Asked Questions: Gender Affirming Care in Canada
Gender affirming care refers to a range of supports that help people
live authentically in their gender.
This FAQ is a guide < [link removed] > to gender affirming care in Canada, providing clear, evidence-based answersto common questions for trans, nonbinary, and Two Spirit people, their families, and allies.
This resource is designed for community members, healthcare providers, those caring for themselves or a loved one, and anyone who wants practical information to navigate the healthcare system, address barriers, and promote safer, gender affirming experiences.
Access this resource at egale.ca/gac-faq < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: A graphic with the text “Participants Wanted for the Queering Home Photovoice Project,” next to a stylized hand holding a camera. The hand has a blue, pink, and white striped wristband. The background is a soft gradient of blue and pink.] < [link removed] > Participants Wanted for the Queering Home Photovoice Project
Are you part of a Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer (2SLGBTQ+) shared household in Ontario or Alberta? Are you Interested in photography and being part of conversations about what it means for 2SLGBTQ+ people to share housing?
The Queering Home Photovoice Project is seeking research participants ages 30+to take part in an online photovoice study.
Participants will receive a $350 honorarium.
To learn more about this project and express your interest click here. < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: Five people sit on stage in a panel discussion at a conference, with microphones and water bottles, in front of blue-lit curtains. Audience members are seated at round tables in the foreground.]Egale attended the Community-Based Research Centre Summit in Montreal
Each year, the CBRC Summit convenes diverse voices, impactful research, and innovative strategies to advance health outcomes for 2SLGBTQI communities. It’s an important space for sharing knowledge, strengthening networks, and driving meaningful change.
Egale was proud to present several of our current projects and research initiatives, including our:
• legal advocacy related to the health and well-being of 2SLGBTQI communities
• national climate research study on anti-2SLGBTQI hate and violence
• research on gender-based violence prevention education in Newfoundland and Labrador, and more.
[Image alt text: Two people sit on a couch, smiling and working together with a laptop and documents. An open booklet titled "Workplace Guide to Supporting Colleagues Coming Out" is shown on a purple background.] < [link removed] > Workplace Guide to Supporting Colleagues Coming Out
This resource provides strategies that everyone can incorporate into their daily interactions to indicate that they are a safer person to come out to in the workplace.
In our Working for Change national survey < [link removed] > , 72%of trans and nonbinary staffreported experiencing workplace discrimination.
By being explicit and proactive in your allyship, you can help foster environments where everyone, including 2SLGBTQI people, can feel safe being their authentic selves.
Access this guide at egale.ca/workplace-coming-out < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: A person looks at a laptop screen displaying a webinar page titled "HELP US REMAIN: Understanding and Supporting 2SLGBTQI Experiences with Dementia," featuring a photo of two people embracing and event registration details.] < [link removed] > Help Us Remain: Understanding and Supporting 2SLGBTQI Experiences with Dementia
The Canadian healthcare system isn’t equipped to meet the needs of 2SLGBTQI people living with dementia.
Join Egale Canada for a free webinar to explore the experiences of 2SLGBTQI people living with dementia. Participants will explore Egale’s dementia-related research and resources and gain practical tools and strategies for delivering identity-affirming, inclusive care.
• Tuesday, January 20, 2026, | 12pm -1pm ET
• Register today < [link removed] >
[Image alt text: Two cartoon red birds sit on branches over snow next to bold yellow text that reads, “Hope your holidays are merry and gay!” Additional text says, “The holidays have always been a little… queer. egale.ca/belonging.”.] < [link removed] > Make someone's ho-ho-holiday and give the Gift of Belonging by donating in their honour!
When you donate in honour of someone between now and December 31st, you can receive a limited-time holiday e-card.
Once you've made your 'in honour' donation, email [email protected] < mailto:[email protected] > to let us know! Perfect for the people in your life you want to show you care about the causes near and dear to them.
Donate today and give the Gift of Belonging < [link removed] >
Egale Canada
120 Carlton Street, Suite 217 | Toronto, Ontario M5A 4K2
416-964-7887 | [email protected] < [email protected] >
Egale works to improve the lives of 2SLGBTQI people in Canada and to enhance the global response to 2SLGBTQI issues. Egale achieves this by informing public policy, inspiring cultural change, and promoting human rights and inclusion through research, education and community engagement.
Our vision is a Canada, and ultimately a world, without homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, and all other forms of oppression so that every person can achieve their full potential, free from hatred and bias.
Follow Us
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