A social group supported by the Children’s Centre Thunder Bay for 12-25 year old 2SLGBTQ youth and young adults looking to explore their identity. Groups are adult facilitated but youth-driven and provide a safe space for participants to meet, discuss, educate another, draw and play games. Meeting are every second Thursday 5:30-7pm September to June.

Call the Children’s Center to register - (807)343-5000

This group is for any parent, guardian, family member or loved one of a trans child. Its purpose is to share resources and experiences. It takes place at Roots Community Food Centre the last Monday of every month (excludes June-August) from 6:30-8pm. Email phaapanen@hotmail.com to register.

Check with your school to see if they have a Gay Straight Alliance (GSA). If not, feel free to request one, if a student asks the school must provide one. GSAs often take place over the lunch break once a week for those who are gender or sexual diverse. It’s a place to make connection with people you can relate to and sometimes take on advocacy and education projects.

Evening drop-in of connection at Norwest Community Health Centre with other queer folks. Enjoy food, board games, tunes and a sense of community. For more information contact Ben at (807) 626-7870.

An 8 week educational group for transgender and gender diverse individuals to explore their identity and receive reliable information to help them along their journey. This free group is for those who are 18+. Call ONWA for dates and to register.

A gender identity exploration and support group. Provide reliable information, discuss the challenges of trans experience and find emotional support. Lots of opportunities to ask questions at this group at Norwest Community Health Centre. Contact Joan Wolframe-Smith at (807) 346-1000 ext 3214 for more information.