Happening this Saturday, June 1st at the Saint John City Market Come out on Saturday afternoon, rain or shine, for a fun afternoon of poetry and music with Rae Spoon, in collaboration with Femmes Against Empire and a lineup of local queer artists! This event takes place in Menahqesk, the ancestral and unceded territory ofContinue reading “An Afternoon of Music and Reading with Rae Spoon and Local Queer Artists🌈🎤”
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2SLGBTQIA+ Nature ID Walk led by Kirsten Johnsen DATE CHANGED TO JUNE 22
Join Chroma NB and naturalist and outdoor enthusiast Kirsten Johnsen for a walk along the Sussex Nature Walkway on Saturday, June 22nd at 1:30 PM. Get know fellow 2SLGBTQIA+ community members and supporters while walking and learning about local plants and birds. We will meet at the Leonard Drive entrance near the 8th Hussars SportsContinue reading “2SLGBTQIA+ Nature ID Walk led by Kirsten Johnsen DATE CHANGED TO JUNE 22”
2SLGBTQIA+ Daytime Kayak led by KV Adventures 🛶
🌈🛶Join Chroma NB and friends on a guided kayak tour, provided by local queer-owned business, KV Adventures as part of the ParticipACTION Community Challenge. 2SLGBTQIA+ daytime paddle will take place on Saturday, June 15th, from 1 PM to 4 PM. Meet up at Darlings Island Bridge to paddle the loop! We will stop for aContinue reading “2SLGBTQIA+ Daytime Kayak led by KV Adventures 🛶”
Queer Prom🌈🪩
PLEASE NOTE: SIGNUPS ARE NOW IN WAITLIST MODE BUT THEY STILL COUNT. See you there!! Get ready to celebrate an outstanding night as we mark the end of the school year with a bang at Queer Prom! Join us at the Carleton Community Centre, for an evening filled with joy, love, and laughter. Note:Continue reading “Queer Prom🌈🪩”
2SLGBTQIA+ Sunset Paddle led by KV Adventures🛶
Join Chroma NB and friends on a guided kayak tour, provided by local queer-owned business, KV Adventures as part of the ParticipACTION Community Challenge. 2SLGBTQIA+ sunset paddle will take place on Friday, June 14th, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Meenan’s Cove Beach. All safety and paddling gear is provided. Please bring your ownContinue reading “2SLGBTQIA+ Sunset Paddle led by KV Adventures🛶”
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”
Pizza Party and Letter Writing for Rainbow Equality📝🍕🌈
During Momentum Canada’s Rainbow Week of Action, Chroma is focusing on lifting voices in the queer community to urge MPs across Canada to take action for #RainbowEquality. 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies are welcome to join us on May 17th, during our after school youth drop-in from 4 PM to 6PM, to take part in the letterContinue reading “Pizza Party and Letter Writing for Rainbow Equality📝🍕🌈”
Flag Raising for Rainbow Equality🏳️🌈
Momentum Canada’s Rainbow Week of Action (May 11 to 17) activates advocates and allies across Canada to urge elected officials and governments at every level to take action for rainbow equality and against hate. (Momentum Canada) To conclude Rainbow Week of Action, 2SLGBTQIA+ folks and allies in Saint John are invited to join Chroma NBContinue reading “Flag Raising for Rainbow Equality🏳️🌈”
HIV Prevention Workshop with Dr. Kyle Wilby
Workshop Description: Curious about pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and other HIV prevention options? This session will provide an overview of currently available options, new options on the horizon, and efforts being made to increase access to PrEP through prescriber availability and dismantling systemic oppression for target populations. The facilitator will use theory, evidence, and personal experiencesContinue reading “HIV Prevention Workshop with Dr. Kyle Wilby”