Thank you to everyone who took the time to come out to Chroma’s Grand Opening at our new location on Carmarthen Street! We are so grateful for the amazing turnout and the beautiful display of community spirit. The event started off with delicious food made by Sam Del Duca and live music performed by DillContinue reading “Celebrating Growth, Community, and Chroma’s New Location!”
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Farewell Announcement
Chroma NB would like to announce the departure of its Executive Director, Alex Ash. As a founding member of Chroma NB, Alex has been part of the organization since its inception, first as Board Vice-President and then as Executive Director starting in 2023. Chroma NB was established in 2020 with the goal of cultivating theContinue reading “Farewell Announcement”
Stirring Up Community: Chroma NB’s Monthly Supper Club
Over the course of 7 sessions beginning in March 2024, Chroma NB’s monthly Supper Club has been cooking up more than just meals—it’s been creating connection, learning, and joy for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks and allies. Typically happening on the last Sunday of every month from 5:00 to 8:00 PM, this event has become a favorite forContinue reading “Stirring Up Community: Chroma NB’s Monthly Supper Club”
Press Release – Fostering Inclusive Schools for 2SLGBTQIA+ Students: Statement from Chroma NB on the Government of New Brunswick’s Changes to Policy 713
All students deserve to feel included at school and to learn in an environment that is affirming and safe. For over a year, this was not the case for 2SLGBTQIA+ students in New Brunswick due to the previous government’s rollback of inclusive education guidelines in Policy 713. The changes removed protections for trans and genderContinue reading “Press Release – Fostering Inclusive Schools for 2SLGBTQIA+ Students: Statement from Chroma NB on the Government of New Brunswick’s Changes to Policy 713”
Rainbows in the Park 2024
I was really happy to see the growth of Rainbows in the Park, held in Sussex on Sept 14. This is the second year we’ve hosted it, and there were many fun booths and activities added. Not only did we fly kites, socialize and share snacks like last year, but this time we added aContinue reading “Rainbows in the Park 2024”
A Call for Accountability: Canada Post’s Distribution of Harmful Anti-Trans Flyers
*A statement from our Executive Director, Alex Ash: “The spreading of disinformation is unfortunately so commonplace in the current socio-political climate. The organization that sent these out has been flagged as a hate group by the Canadian Anti-Hate Network, a federally funded organization. My hope is that people who see this question the message andContinue reading “A Call for Accountability: Canada Post’s Distribution of Harmful Anti-Trans Flyers”
For Immediate Release, August 20, 2024 – Ongoing Support From the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)
For Immediate Release – August 20th 2024 Ongoing support from the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Menahqesk/Saint John, NB Alter Acadie, Chroma NB, and Imprint Youth are grateful for the support received from the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). CUPE have donated $15,000 to assist in the coalition’s ongoing work againstContinue reading “For Immediate Release, August 20, 2024 – Ongoing Support From the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)”
Chroma NB x Gridiron Brewing Collaboration: Support the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community while Enjoying a Tasty Beverage!
Looking for a way to support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community while enjoying a refreshing drink? Chroma NB has partnered with Gridiron Brewing in Hampton to create Chroma’s RADler, a delightful blueberry lemon radler. As an added bonus, a portion of the proceeds from each sale will go to Chroma NB! The wonderful team at Gridiron approachedContinue reading “Chroma NB x Gridiron Brewing Collaboration: Support the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community while Enjoying a Tasty Beverage!”
Rainbow Week of Action 2024
Written by: Ty Lagace, BA, BSW Candidate May 11th to 17th is Momentum Canada’s Rainbow Week of Action. Centered around resistance of violence and hate towards 2SLGBTQIA+ Canadians, the national week of action includes rallies in 12 Canadian cities, letter-writing campaigns, and educational events. In a press release on Momentum Canada’s website, Executive Director, FaeContinue reading “Rainbow Week of Action 2024”
Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
Written by Ty Lagace, BA, BSW Candidate Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 is May 6th to 12th and themed to promote healing through compassion. This annual event aims to promote and celebrate the importance of mental health and building connections with others. Chroma NB reached out to Nat Young, a Master of Psychology Student andContinue reading “Mental Health Awareness Week 2024”