Pride Centre of Edmonton

Today, July 14th is International Non-Binary People's Day, a day to celebrate and recognize the non-binary people in our city.

Unfamiliar with the term? Swipe through our post for more information!

If It’s Fun, It’s At KDays! That's why we are so excited to be tabling at KDays Pride Night this year on July 26th!

To Celebrate, we are giving away FREE admission vouchers for the day that you can pickup at the Pride Centre during our regular drop-in hours on Tuesdays from 2pm-6:30 pm and on Thursdays from 5pm-6:30 pm.

Join us this Thursday at for a screening of The Matrix!

Tickets are available at metrocinema.org/production/the-matrix/

Today, May 24th is Pansexual & Panromantic Visibility Day, a day to shine a spotlight on the pansexual & panromantic members of our 2SLGBTQIA+ community!

Unfamiliar with these terms? Swipe to learn more!

Today, May 19th, is Agender Pride Day!

The day was created to raise awareness of agender people and educate the general public about the importance of respecting other people’s gender identity, which includes using one’s preferred pronouns.

Join us at Evolution Wonderlounge on Sunday, May 19th at 8pm to raise funds for the Josh Brown Wellness Space at Pride Centre of Edmonton - a program celebrating q***r joy and promoting mental wellness in the 2SLGBTQ+ community. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Help us build safe spaces for honest conversations about mental health and su***de.

The event includes drag performances by community favorites. If you’re unable atp attend in person, donations can be made via the Pride Centre of Edmonton website! Just write: May Long 4 Mental Health in the personal messages box! 🌈

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Today is International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. This years theme is "No one left behind: equality, freedom and justice for all."

To learn more about the day, check out

Hello everyone! We wanted to give you all a heads up that our schedule will be changing this month. Homework club will sadly be coming to an end on May 27th, 2024. Don’t worry though! We will resume Homework Club again in September of 2024. Pride Centre will still be available as a *study space* in June by ✨appointment only✨. Please see a Pride Centre staff member to book a study sesh.

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Q***r prom is just a few days away! We are still looking for donations of gently-used or new clothing, which you can drop off at The Pride Centre!

More information about q***r prom, and how you can help support the event can be found on ***rpromyeg Instagram page!

April 26th is Le***an Visibility Day! 🧡💓

Today is a day is a day for le****ns and allies around the world to come together to celebrate le***an history, diversity and culture.

Recognized annually, this day gives an opportunity for women, families and friends to connect, celebrate and also raise awareness about the importance of community.

Join us tomorrow at Metro Cinema for the screening of Pride (2014)!

Tickets are available at metrocinema.org/production/pride

April 6th is Interantional Asexuality Day, a day for us to celebrate those who fall under the ace umbrella!
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Learn more about the different types of attraction, or connect with others in the community by checking out

We see you.
We celebrate you.
We’re glad you’re here.
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This Trans Day of Visibility, we simply want to share one thing with our trans family:

Thank you for being you. 🏳️‍⚧️

We are deeply saddened to learn that Westlock residents have voted to ban Pride flags and rainbow crosswalks on municipal property. To the 2SLGBTQIA+ community living in Westlock - you are not alone. We stand with you in solidarity and sadness, but together we have strength. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Please reach out to the Pride Centre if you need support during this difficult time, or contact BriteLine for 24/7 support.

This is a temporary setback. Please remember, love always wins. 🌈

Family means mutual support and love. For those of us in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, family comes in all shapes and sizes. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

From our chosen family to yours, happy family day! 🌈

Our biggest fundraiser of the year is just a few days away, and your support is crucial!

Sign up for one, or two, volunteer shifts at PCE’s December Casino Fundraiser, and help us raise up to $120,000 in just 3 days – these funds will ensure we can continue providing an accessible community space and critical programming to q***r Edmontonians and newcomers in 2024.

No experience is necessary, all volunteers will be trained prior to the start of their shift and there are many different positions available, with a variety of duties. We are specifically aiming to fill more shifts on December 24 and 25.

PCE will cover the cost of travel and childcare, and Pure Casino will provide each volunteer with a delicious meal from their restaurant.

Sign up via our website: https://pridecentreofedmonton.ca/news/volunteer

Questions can be directed to [email protected] as we do not monitor DMs or comments.

*Please note: volunteers must be 18+ years old at the time of the casino. Volunteers can work more than one shift, but will be assigned the same role as per AGLC requirements*

We thank all those who volunteer in advance, and look forward to spending the holidays together.

The Pride Centre of Edmonton (PCE) is recruiting volunteers for an exciting holiday event – join our board members and dedicated community members at Pure Casino on December 23, 24, and 25 (tentative), 2023 for our Casino Fundraiser.

This fundraising event is a hugely important source of income for PCE! In just a few days, we have the opportunity to raise approximately $80,000 to $120,000 – but we cannot do it alone. We need a fantastic team of volunteers who are willing to donate their time to raise funds that will go towards rent and utilities on our community space and sustaining critical programs. The Centre’s capacity is at an all time low yet, with the current political climate and cross-country rallies like 1 Million March for Children, we are experiencing a dramatic spike in q***r youth and people seeking asylum looking for support and access to life-saving services.

No experience is necessary but volunteers MUST BE 18+ years old at the time of the casino. Free meals and ample snacks will be provided! If you are interested in donating your time, please fill out the required information in the sign up form via our website and you will be contacted before the end of October to confirm scheduling!

https://pridecentreofedmonton.ca/news/volunteer/

Like and share this post to spread the word – the more the merrier. We know the holidays can be difficult for folks, and while our goal is supporting PCE, we'd like this event to be a space that fosters connection and support.

PCE is actively accepting donations of warm winter adult clothing and hygiene supplies — our inventory is rapidly depleting as there is a drastic spike in the number of folks seeking asylum utilizing the Centre's services.

Donations can be made during our drop-in hours, without an appointment: Tuesdays from 2 pm – 6:30 pm and Thursdays from 5 pm – 6:30 pm

We thank you in advance — no donation is too small, your support is greatly appreciated!

Here's a detailed list of the items we urgently need:

❄️❄️Winter/Warm Clothing (Adult sizes, all genders) in new or lightly used condition:

-Sweaters
-Long underwear/base layers
-Warm socks
-Touques and balaclavas
-Mittens and gloves
-Scarves and neck warmer
-Jackets
-Boots
-Snow pants

🧼🧼Hygiene Supplies (all genders) in new condition only:

-Soap/body wash
-Shampoo/conditioner (products for textured hair are preferred)
-Razors
-Shaving cream
-Toothbrushes/toothpaste/dental floss
-Deodorant
-Nail clippers
-Moisturizing cream
-Period products (all sizes and absorbency ratings of tampons, pads, liners, or reusable products like a "Diva cup")

To arrange a different time for donations, or if you have questions about donations, please email [email protected]

We will have NO in person Q***rOut September 27th. We will begin official Q***rOut in person drop-in session starting October 4th!

Every Wednesday, starting October 4th, we will be holding in person Q***rOut at Pride Centre from 4-7pm. We are so excited to see you all more. We have some exciting activities planned. See you soon!

📢 The Pride Centre of Edmonton (PCE) is having its Annual General Meeting (AGM) this Saturday from 1 pm - 3 pm (MST) and you're invited!

Who can attend and vote:

✔️ Current members in good standing are eligible to attend the AGM. Members must be present to vote. No proxies are permitted.

✔️ You can obtain a membership in person at the PCE during our drop-in hours Tuesdays, 2 pm - 6:30 pm, and Thursdays, 5 pm - 6:30 pm, and at the AGM.

✔️ Membership costs $25.00
If finance are a barrier, we offer a sliding scale and will waive the fee if necessary.

✔️ Voting privileges start 15 days after becoming a member.

✔️ Registration: All members wishing to attend the AGM, please register via Eventbrite.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2022-annual-general-meeting-tickets-692044974147?aff=oddtdtcreator (SEE LINK IN BIO)

🟢 Free parking is limited
🟢 Wheelchair accessible

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the 2022 AGM, please contact [email protected] or call 780-488-3234 during our business hours. We look forward to having you join us!

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📢PCE Social Media Update:

💫Hello Pride Centre Community,

We want to take a moment to share some important updates regarding our social media and contact information.

Due to limited capacity, we are reducing our social media engagement. This means that our posts will be limited per month. We want to ensure that our shared content remains meaningful, relevant, and valuable to our community. While our activity will be be reduced, our commitment to serving and supporting our community remains unwavering.

In light of our limited capacity, we won't respond to direct messages (DMs) on our social media platforms. We understand the importance of direct communication so we've provided alternative ways to reach out to us.

For any questions or concerns, please direct your inquiries to our relevant email inboxes. Here are the specific contacts for various queries:

📧General information: [email protected]
📧YouthRelated: [email protected]
📧Trans & Gender Diverse: [email protected]
📧Operations: [email protected]

You can also reach out to us by phone at 780-488-3234. Our phone lines are open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 pm to 6:45 pm.

If you call and don't get an answer, that means that we are assisting other community members. However, your call is important to us so please call back.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we navigate these changes to best serve our community.

Thank you for being a part of the Pride Centre of Edmonton community!

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This is your July reminder to donate your bottles and cans to the PCE using SkipTheDepot!

How It Works:

♻️ Visit https://app.skipthedepot.com/prideedmonton create your account and schedule your first pickup!

♻️ Schedule a pickup from your house, apartment, condo or business at your convenience.

♻️ The proceeds are then donated to the Pride Centre of Edmonton so we can continue fostering safe and inclusive spaces for our local 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

♻️ Tax receipts will be issued via email.

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📢 Registration is open for Camp Dragonfly! 🌈🏕️

✨ Summer camp for trans+ and gender creative kids, as well as their siblings and friends

✨ For kids ages 6 - 13

✨ Campers and volunteers register at website www.camp-dragonfly.com or send an email to [email protected]

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Look at these beautiful rocks painted by one of friends here at the PCE. Add them to one of your plants or get one gifted when you win your silent auction plant at todays plant sale and open house. You can also paint your own rocks here at the Centre today or choose from one of the other plant buddies made by our community members.
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🌟 UPDATE: Polyamory Edmonton Meetings at the Pride Centre of Edmonton 🌟

Dear friends and community,

We wanted to let you know that Polyamory Edmonton will be taking a brief hiatus during the summer months. They will not be hosting their regular meetings in July and August, but fear not – they'll be back in full swing come September!

🌈 Calling all 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors and allies! Join Aging With Pride for an unforgettable evening of film and discussion at our Movie Night + Panel event! 🎥✨

🎬 Showing: T'aint Nobody's Business: Q***r Blues Divas of the 1920's
🌙 Date: Thursday, Jun 22, 2023
⏰ Time: 7:00 pm
📍 Venue: Metro Theatre at the Garneau 8712 109 Street
🗣️ Panelist: Dr. Kat Danser, Sierre Jamerson and Sable Chan

Happy Pride Month!

Pride Month is a time for us to come together in Love, Solidarity, and Celebration.

Let us honour the struggles of q***r people by creating spaces of acceptance where everyone can embrace their true selves without fear or judgment. Together, we can build a future where all 2SLGBTQ+ individuals can live with dignity, equality, and PRIDE.

Happy Agender Pride Day!

Together we can create a future where all identities are honoured, where diversity is celebrated, and where everyone can live peacefully and authentically.

Did you know?

The agender pride flag was created by Salem X (she/they) in 2014. It has seven horizontal stripes: black and white represent an absence of gender, gray represents the partial presence of gender, and the single green stripe at the center of the flag represents nonbinary genders or anyone who doesn't identify with the traditional gender spectrum.

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Do you have a green thumb and a big heart for YEG's q***r community? Then join the PCE on June 24, 12 - 4 pm, for our fundraiser plant sale and community fun day. We'll have the following:

🪴Plant Auctions

🪴 Sale of 50+ plant clippings

🪴 Light refreshments

🪴 Board, video and arcade games

🪴 Sensory room access

🪴 Community closet access

The PCE is an accessible space. Please email [email protected] if you have questions about our plant sale fundraiser.

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