YEG - We Belong

08/06/2025

Hello friends! I am sharing this campaign on behalf of some wonderful friends I know who are helping to organize this incredible direct aid initiative for Gaza. Especially at this time when starvation is at a peak, it would be incredible for all of us to band together for the many lives at stake. I have committed to a monthly donation, and I hope you will consider it too! Any amount helps ❤ If you are unable to give, please consider sharing this initiative! I also have an email template I am happy to pass along if you would like to share that way.

We are a coalition mobilizing support for two Palestinian women in Edmonton who have families in Gaza. Since Israel began its intensified siege and genocide they have been supporting their immediate and extended families as well as wider relations – friends, neighbours, etc. They have been providi...

03/31/2025

It may be a tough time to be visible, but know you are loved at whatever level of visibility you can be right now 🏳️‍⚧️

03/14/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

pflag Edmonton Responds to Allegations Regarding Edmonton Public Library's Pride Flag Display

EDMONTON, March 13, 2025 – pflag Edmonton is deeply dismayed by recent allegations made by CSU 52 claiming that the Edmonton Public Library (EPL) issued a directive to remove all pride flags from public display in our city’s libraries. While EPL has officially denied these allegations, we recognize that claims often arise from a kernel of truth and must be taken seriously.

Libraries have long been sanctuaries for education, inclusion, and safe expression—a space where all individuals, regardless of their background, are welcomed to learn, share, and grow. It is, therefore, profoundly saddening to witness any suggestion that these vital community spaces are becoming inhospitable to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Susanne Braune, Chapter Leader at pflag Edmonton, stated:
“The display of pride flags is a beacon of hope for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. These flags indicate that a business or organization stands in solidarity with the community, offering a safe and welcoming environment. There is no harm in their display; they offer a message of comfort and acceptance to a marginalized population that, especially in these challenging times, needs safe spaces more than ever.”

Q***r and trans folk exist everywhere, thriving in every corner of our community regardless of laws and regulations that seek to undermine their presence. Their resilience in the face of adversity is a testament to the strength of our diverse community, and pflag Edmonton stands its ground in unwavering support of their right to exist and flourish.

Unfortunately, recent policy changes within our government have fostered an increasingly divisive and hostile environment. In times when safe spaces are more essential than ever, even the rumor of altering these spaces is devastating. For the 2SLGBTQIA+ community—already facing significant challenges—the potential loss of such a refuge is not only symbolic; it is a real threat to the progress we have worked so hard to achieve.

As an organization dedicated to providing peer support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, pflag Edmonton stands firm in its commitment to promote love, inclusion, and acceptance. We acknowledge that EPL has responded to these allegations, yet we remain vigilant in our mission. We trust that EPL understands the importance of creating a welcoming, safe space for all, and we will continue to advocate on behalf of the 2SLGTBQIA+ in Edmonton, Alberta and beyond for these spaces to continue to exist

We urge community members, library patrons, and supporters of diversity and inclusion to remain engaged and informed. Only through collective action and sustained advocacy can we ensure our public spaces continue to represent the values of unity and support that define Edmonton.

"For more information on accessing resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and those who love them, visit www.pflagcanada.ca/resources"

For more information or to join us in supporting safe spaces in our community, please contact:
pflag Edmonton
Email: [email protected]
www.pflagedmonton.ca

Together, we stand against hate and exclusion—today and every day.

03/14/2025

Help .yeg and us make a resource list of q***r books and resources to borrow from EPL! Let’s make sure our 2SLGBTQIA+ community is highly featured in their circulation stats!! If any other groups (or individuals) would like to collab, please DM or comment!

03/14/2025

Did you know you can share feedback online and in branches? 🌈⭐️

03/14/2025

If you’re feeling helpless in this political climate, here’s a little action! In response to the removal of pride flags and welcoming symbols to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community from Edmonton Public Libraries, put as many q***r books on hold as you can, at as many branches as we can! Pick them up wearing Pride gear if you can! Tag and I’ll share every one.

Also head to the read-in with .rights.yeg on Sunday!! We’ll be there!
yeg ***redmonton

01/22/2025

12/19/2024

Mental health services, especially q***r mental health services, are few and far between. My dear friend has recently completed her Masters program and is accepting new clients! From our friendship, I have experienced her incredible listening skills, empathy, and desire to help others in so many ways. If you have been searching for mental health support or want to come into this new year with skills to survive (and thrive) in this tumultuous world, I highly recommend reaching out to Natalie. Anyone in Canada can benefit from her services. Feel free to DM me as well if you need help taking that first step 💜

12/04/2024

As the news outlets are slowing picking up the tragic update that the three anti-transgender bills have been passed by the Alberta government, I am heartbroken to say the least. The fight is far from over, I know, but sitting in grief is necessary. The brilliant post from .rights.yeg is such an important, inspiring one to read if you have not done so yet.

As we grieve and feel a wide variety of emotions, I encourage you to think about what you need. What could be helpful to you in community right now? Are you feeling a need to gather, in person or virtually? Do you want to talk to others about this? Do you want calming activities to do in community to help with some inner peace? Want to go yell somewhere? I am very willing to hold space, organize, facilitate, brainstorm, but I am feeling driven to put things in motion that serve our community. If you have ideas or just want to chat, my comments, DMs, and [email protected] are all open. Sending lots of love in a world that wants to erase us 💜

11/29/2024

11/28/2024

I just received this email from the premier in response to a research-backed email I sent regarding the atrocious transphobic policies from the UCP. I absolutely will be responding. We will not be silenced!