Presented by: Canmore Pride
Facilitated by: Victoria Bucholtz (also known as drag queen, Karla Marx)
Who is this event for?
This event is for 2SLGBTQIA+ people and allies. Due to content relating to topics including transphobia, we recommend the event for people ages 14 and up. However, all ages are welcome (at your own discretion).
What to expect:
In this workshop, geared toward Canmore Pride’s community including our volunteers, staff, community partners, and 2SLGBTQIA+ people and allies, we will learn about creating safety for our queer and trans community. This includes combatting anti-trans hate and learning about best practices to safely combat the opposition in Alberta.
We will also learn about the current political climate in relation to 2SLGGBTQIA+ issues in Alberta. Led by historian and queer advocate, Victoria Bucholtz, this workshop is intended to bring people together in advocating for our queer and trans community.
Victoria Bucholtz (she/her) holds a doctorate in History and Gender Theory from the University of Calgary. She is an instructor at Mount Royal University and the University of Calgary in History and Gender Studies. Victoria is a co-founder of the Queer Education Foundation, specializing in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Transgender and Non-Binary Identities, as well as queer culture and politics. She is an avid mountaineer and dog mom.
Following the workshop, we'll spend some time writing letters to decision-makers in the area, focusing on the importance of advocating for these issues in our community. Whether this is something that's new to you, or you're a continual advocate, there's something for everyone to learn. Collectively, let's continue to make the Bow Valley a safe and inclusive place to live and recreate.
All materials will be provided. Feel free to bring a notebook if you'd like to take notes!
Note: This event will be followed by a Craft & Connect held in the same space. Attendees are welcome to stay for that event as well. No registration is needed for the Craft & Connect event.
What to bring: Please bring your own water bottle + notebook/pen.
Accessibility:
This venue has a door that can fit a wheelchair at the entrance located in the alleyway of 9th street. However, there may be a tight hallway to access the washroom.
The venue features several breakout rooms that attendees can access if they need a quiet space.
Washroom is gender-neutral (private stall)
Closest bus stop is: 9th st Canmore, behind Arts Place. It is 140 m from the venue space.
Getting here:
Paid parking is available on the streets nearby. However, we encourage you to walk/bike/roll to the venue if it is accessible for you.
Here is a map of Canmore accessible parking spots: https://www.canmore.ca/your-community/community-supports-and-services/accessibility
Registration:
This event is FREE. Please register here to save a spot: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/995498852867?aff=oddtdtcreator
Contact:
If you have any questions leading up to the event, please contact the Canmore Pride team directly via email at hello@canmorepride.ca!
Please note, due to the volume of emails, we suggest that you get in touch with us a minimum of 48 hours prior to the event so we have time to respond to your inquiries