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Remembering and celebrating our trans communities – today and forever

Come, join The 519 in our commemoration the 20th anniversary of the Trans Day of Remembrance (TDoR).

TDoR is an internationally-recognized day to celebrate and honour the lives of trans-identified people who have passed away due to transphobia, hate crimes, illness, substance use, suicide, or murder.

Highlights of our evening include performances, a candlelight vigil, dinner, and music and dance.

Join us:
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
6-10pm at The 519 [519 Church St.] (doors open at 5pm)
Official after-event venue: Glad Day Bookshop [499 Church St.] (10pm-late)

This is a free event; everyone is welcome to join in.

TDoR Event Details
Inviting trans/two-spirit/non-binary artists and performers to participate at TDoR 2019 (Apply by November 6)

Programs, Events, and Workshops

Legal Clinic for LGBTQ2S Muslims

Saturday, November 2, 11am to 3pm
The 519 [519 Church St.]

Free general summary advice legal clinic. Sessions on a first-come-first-served basis.
Event Details
Facebook Event Page

Self-Defense Workshop
Sunday, November 3, 12:30 to 4:45pm

The 519 [519 Church St.]

Learn self-defense techniques. Prioritizing two-spirit, trans, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming folks. Registration required.
Register
Facebook Event Page

Coping Together - November Edition
Free 4-week Group Program for LGBTQ2S Communities

Tuesdays, November 12 - December 3, 6 to 8pm
The 519 [519 Church St.]

Understand trauma and its impact on your mental health, and learn coping skills to improve your overall well-being.
To register, contact Roza at RNozari@The519.org.
Event Details
Facebook Event Page

Trans ID Clinic

Monday, November 18, 5:30 to 8:30pm
The 519 [519 Church St.]

Free legal assistance for trans/two-spirit/non-binary identifying individuals experiencing poverty or homelessness. First come, first served.
Event Details
Facebook Event Page

Dreaming the (Im)possible:
Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage in Taiwan

Saturday, November 30, 10:30am to 4:00pm
The 519 [519 Church St.]

Let’s learn from the movement in Taiwan – the first nation in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. Join prominent LGBTQ+ activists for an exciting day about dreaming the (im)possible.
Event Details
Facebook Event Page

Mock Hearing Program for LGBTQ+ Refugee Claimants

Three spots available per week, on weeknights
The 519 [519 Church St.]

For registration and more information, email us at MockHearingProgram@The519.org
Program Details

Glitterbug Programs in November

Thursdays, November 7-28

Glitterbug at Mothercraft | Glitterbug at Kimbourne

Partner Event
Legal Practice and Equity:
A Conversation with the Bar, the Bench and the Faculties of Law

Saturday, November 2, 8:30am to 5:30pm
Ted Rogers School of Management [55 Dundas St. W.]

This conference will provide a look at the advancement of equity, diversity, and inclusion within various interconnected settings and professional contexts.
Register
Event Details

Partner Event
Five At 50
An Intimate Look at Contemporary LGBTQ2S Lives and Identities

Tuesday, November 12, 7:30 to 10:30pm
TIFF Bell Lightbox [350 King St. W.]

Five artists. Five films. One incredible discussion on LGBTQ2S lives and identities today.
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Online Registration for Trauma-Informed Counselling Services

*Available for the first 10 days of the month.

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Remembering and celebrating our trans communities – today and forever

Programs, Events, and Workshops

Legal Clinic for LGBTQ2S Muslims

Self-Defense Workshop Sunday, November 3, 12:30 to 4:45pm

Coping Together - November Edition Free 4-week Group Program for LGBTQ2S Communities