Community
Zines
Zines have a long history among queer and trans communities as a way to share stories, knowledge, and art outside of conventional systems. They make room for community members whose voices are often left out of mainstream conversations, and remain an important way of preserving community knowledge and forms of care.
How to Access Medical Gender-Affirming Care in Alberta for Adults
A guide for adults navigating gender-affirming care in Alberta, including finding a physician, starting hormones, and understanding Alberta’s current surgery referral pathways.
Alberta 2S/LGBTQ+ Connection:
A Zine by and for Rural Folks
A zine bringing together prose, poetry, and visual art from rural 2S/LGBTQ+ people across the province.
A community-made collection on themes of identity, connection, mental health, and the bold (if not sometimes complicated) joy found in rural queer and trans experiences.
Tip Sheets
Tips and guidance on affirming care for community members, healthcare, and social service providers.
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Community-informed tips and strategies for when self-advocacy is needed. It includes tips on bringing support people, preparing notes, asking questions, filing complaints, and leaning on community knowledge.
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A tip sheet for healthcare providers on creating positive, affirming experiences for 2SLGBTQIA+ patients. It offers guidance on inclusive intake forms, welcoming clinic environments, trauma-informed care, open-ended questions, and respectful patient interactions.
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This tip sheet offers guidance for healthcare and social service providers on recognizing and challenging assumptions about queer bodies.