It Gets Better Canada
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Youth Engagement Officer Job Posting Application deadline – February 14, 2025 – PLEASE NOTE JOB IS NOW CLOSED Location: Toronto Job Description: Youth Engagement Officer IGBC is on an exciting trajectory forward, and we are looking for someone who loves supporting the growth of others, has a passion for engaging
Free Livestream Event – November 20, 2024 Have you ever wondered how to get your foot in the film industry? What grants or funding opportunities are available for queer creatives? What does navigating the industry look like as a trans creative? Join It Gets Better Canada for Roadmap for Queer
Creating Affirming Spaces Campaign Launches to Support 2SLGBTQ-Inclusive Classrooms It Gets Better Canada (IGBC) is proud to announce the launch of its new campaign, Creating Affirming Spaces in Classrooms, made possible through funding by NYX Professional Makeup Canada. This initiative aims to support teachers and educators in creating welcoming, safe,
It Gets Better Canada (IGBC) is proud to announce the twelve projects across high schools in Canada that its True Voices grant, an initiative designed to empower, inspire, and encourage 2SLGBTQ+ and allied secondary students from coast-to-coast-to-coast, will be funding.
A glimpse behind the curtain of trans and gender diverse filmmakers w/ Breton Lalama We sat down with the co-founder of Spindle Films Breton Lalama! Breton (he/him) is a writer, performer, and filmmaker committed to enriching and diversifying queer and trans representation in storytelling. He is a Merritt and Dora
Creating Affirming Spaces in Classrooms Creating an affirming environment for 2SLGBTQ+ youth is crucial for their emotional and mental well-being. Research shows that students who feel supported and accepted in their classrooms are more likely to succeed academically and develop a positive sense of self. For many 2SLGBTQ+ youth, a
It Gets Better Canada has made the decision to leave X (formerly known as Twitter). Over the past few months, many have experienced a noticeable rise in hate on the platform, including anti-2SLGBTQ+ rhetoric – hate which does real harm to our community, especially youth. We envision a world where
Two-Spirit Identity: Navigating My Journey of Reclamation & Reconnection For me to speak about the history and understanding of identifying as “Two-Spirit” is to only speak from the heart of my own personal story, along with recognizing and honouring the Indigenous relatives before me who made it possible for this
Back To School Tips For Youth Introduction Heading back to school can feel overwhelming, however, we wanted to remind you to put yourself first and ensure you start the year off on the right foot by celebrating your authentic self! Check-in with yourself and prioritize your wellbeing Back to school
Welcome To Your Queer Back to School Guide Feeling overwhelmed by back-to-school season? Now more than ever, queer youth are struggling to navigate safe and welcoming spaces in school, but we have your back! In this guide, you will get access to a wide array of content for youth, allied
