The Youth Perspective: What Affirming School Environments Look Like November 3, 2026 6:30 PM EST Join educators and aligned partners for an informative, youth-led conversation about belonging, leadership, and representation for 2SLGBTQI+ youth across Canada. Free Online Webinar

This virtual free webinar will feature members of It Gets Better Canada’s Youth Advisory Committee as they reflect on belonging, support and inclusion in schools; what adults sometimes misunderstand about engaging 2SLGBTQI+ youth; and how participating in a youth community like YAC can strengthen confidence, connection, wellbeing and purpose. Plus, the first 50 attendees will receive a FREE Pride kit for their school.*

When: November 3rd, 2026 at 6:30 PM EST

Where: Virtually through Zoom

Our Speakers

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Sonny (they/them)

Sonny Cantalini (they/them) is a queer non-binary educator, specializing in 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion, consent, media literacy, and community building. With experience developing and facilitating programming for many diverse populations, Sonny uses trauma informed and accessible teaching practices to create supportive and generative learning practices.

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Danielle (he/they)

Danielle (she/they) is a Jamaican immigrant currently residing in Saskatoon. They currently serve as the co-lead of the Black Queer Alliance. Dani is passionate about accessibility and people-centred work that supports learning and connection.

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Mya (they/she)

Mya (they/she) is a public school teacher, French horn player and lover of the outdoors.

What attendees will leave with

  • A clear understanding of what meaningful queer and trans youth engagement looks like.
  • Direct insight from YAC members about belonging, leadership and regional representation.
  • A clear next step: share opportunities, make an introduction, explore a partnership or sponsor a youth representative.
  •  A FREE Pride Kit* containing posters designed by 2SLGBTQI+ youth, EDU guides, classroom activities and more! 
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*The first 50 educators who register and attend will receive a free Pride Kit for their school, if their school has not already received one. Limit one Pride Kit per school.

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