Two-Spirit Allyship Workshop

On June 8th, Chroma NB and students from the Saint John Learning Exchange attended a Two-Spirit allyship workshop graciously hosted by Gage Perley, a respected member of the Wolastoquey and Mi’kmaq tribes from the Tobique First Nation (Neqotkuk), who identifies as a Two-Spirit man. The topic of Two-Spirit identity was explored, we identified issues thatContinue reading “Two-Spirit Allyship Workshop”

Introducing Chroma’s New Interns!

Our Chroma team has recently grown! Please help give a warm welcome to our new interns. We know you will do great things working with Chroma and our community! Robyn Dearing (She/Her/Elle) Marketing and Social Media Intern Robyn was born in Fredericton where she got her Bachelor of Arts in anthropology, and has resided inContinue reading “Introducing Chroma’s New Interns!”

Chroma’s Letter to Minister Bill Hogan

Dear community: Chroma has recently sent a letter to Minister Bill Hogan, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, expressing its interest in Policy 713, which is currently under review by the ministry. In our letter, we have respectfully requested to participate in the policy review process. We firmly believe that diverse perspectives and collaborationContinue reading “Chroma’s Letter to Minister Bill Hogan”

Saying Goodbye to Two Board Members!

Chroma NB would like to take a moment to wish farewell to founding members Manjeet Toor and Nada Ratmi and thank them for graciously contributing to Chroma over the years as Treasurer and Marketing Director, respectively. We appreciate everything that they have done to advance our organization, and wish them all the best in theirContinue reading “Saying Goodbye to Two Board Members!”

Chroma Raises the Flag High on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

On May 17th, Chroma proudly raised the flag high to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. Joined by the Mayor of Saint John, Donna Reardon, Alex Ash, Chair of Chroma, Mariah Darling, Chroma’s Education Coordinator, and the inspiring high-school student Evie Robinson-Dyck, we stood united in the fight against discrimination and celebratedContinue reading “Chroma Raises the Flag High on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia”

Workshops and Werk/Shops: Chroma’s Pop-up 2SLGBTQIA+ March Break Camp Week

From March 6th through March 10th, Chroma NB organized a very unique pop-up March Break Camp for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community youth. The first of its kind in Saint John, this week full of a balance of new skill learning/building and entertaining fun. On the first day of this queer youth camp started out with creativityContinue reading “Workshops and Werk/Shops: Chroma’s Pop-up 2SLGBTQIA+ March Break Camp Week”

Happy Little Rainbows and The Joy of Art with Cass

Art is meant to be accessible. Folx of all ages can be talented and accomplished in the world of art, but the best part about creation is that anyone can do it so long as they have the tools and encouragement. North East Moon’s Cass, artist in-residence at our very own city market, brings theContinue reading “Happy Little Rainbows and The Joy of Art with Cass”