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Every year on December 1 is World AIDS Day. This is a chance for people all over the world to come together in the battle against HIV, to support those who are living with HIV, and to remember those who have passed away from an AIDS-related illness. World AIDS Day was the first international health […]

This November 29th is recognized as the biggest charitable movement in the world, also known as GivingTuesday. It was established in 2012 with the simple notion of encouraging people to do good deeds such as making someone smile, assist a neighbour or stranger, show up for a cause that matters to them, or donate some […]

Every year on November 20th, the Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is recognised internationally. This day was established to commemorate those who died because of prejudice or anti-transgender violence. The founders and organizers or TDOR established these guiding principles: “Those who cannot remember the past are doomed to repeat it.” -Santayana All who die due […]

The weeklong celebration recognised as Transgender Awareness Week, that runs from November 13 to November 19, aims to increase public awareness regarding transgender persons and address concerns that the community faces. During the week, transgender individuals and their allies take action by informing the public about transgender issues, sharing personal experiences, and promoting activism against […]

Rather than the usual Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, this day was originally established in 2009 to honour and celebrate transgender parents. Today, it is also common for parents of transgender children to engage. Small festivities and providing gifts to parents or carers are customary on this day. For Parents with a Trans Child ENGAGEGet […]

CPHS Merch is now available for purchase! Our store features various items from t-shirts, hoodies, and hats to home items and accessories such as bags and mugs. In addition, we will be adding new items in the future so be sure to check back often. Every purchase supports our organization and assists us in our […]

Alec Butler – Playwright Alec Butler is a playwright, author, filmmaker, and activist who identifies as two-spirit, non-binary, and intersex. They embrace the DIY (Do-It-Yourself) and DIWO (Do-It-With-Others) style in their films, writing, directing, editing, and performing in them. Author of the GSRD novella Rough Paradise in addition to the plays Medusa Rising, Cradle Pin, […]

GSRD individuals encounter unique risks regarding breast cancer, yet we’re commonly overlooked from the conversations. Compared to cis men, trans women have a drastically higher risk of developing breast cancer, and trans men are also significantly susceptible. Both the quantity and inclusivity of study data are lacking. However, screening queer people is just as […]

We may be a smidge biased, but one of the best months of the year is quickly approaching this October – LGBTQA+ History Month. Let’s take a look at the brief history of this month-long celebration, wrapping up with a few ways you could participate with your schools or businesses. History of the History Month […]

We now have a new Research Intake Form for individuals that wish to submit historical Pride information directly to us. Regarding our Research Intake Form, please note the following: Please ensure all information provided is accurate and publicly available Please do not provide any information that is sensitive in nature or in which you do […]

As schools are coming back and everyone is starting to get settled into their routines, we wanted to share a compiled list of some awesome Pride and GSRD books for students of all ages! Share this list with the educators and parents in your life, or pick up a few for your home library. Elementary […]

The first-quarter financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023, have been approved by the Board of Directors. The Canadian Pride Historical Society’s net income was $2,443 for the first three months of the 2022-23 fiscal year. To view the FY 2022-23 Q1 Financial Results please click on the link below. FY 2022-23 […]