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Here we have thoughtfully compiled a list of valuable resources that pertain to social, legal, and/or medical transitioning. We invite you to click on the links below to learn more about these unique and essential resources that can provide support and guidance on your journey.
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New! Gender Affirming Care Clinic
Individuals aged 16+ can request to be referred to the GAC Clinic by their Primary Care Provider, or they can self-refer by calling 902-628-1405, or emailing gac@ihis.org
The GAC Clinic is held twice a month at the Sherwood Medical Centre, 2nd floor, 15 Brackley Point Rd., Charlottetown.
We're here for you!
We're here for you!
We're here for you! We're here for you!
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Government of PEI website: Info on who can request a legal name change, how much it will cost, where to find application forms, what info and documentation is needed, and more.
If you might require financial assistance for a legal name change, follow this link, to be redirected to PEERS Alliance's Queer Mutual Aid fund, or reach out to us at info@peitn.com
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Government of PEI website:Info on who can request a legal gender identity change, how much it will cost, where to find application forms, what info and documentation is needed, and more.
If you might require financial assistance for a legal gender designation change, follow this link, to be redirected to PEERS Alliance's Queer Mutual Aid fund, or reach out to us at info@peitn.com.
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Government of PEI website: Info on what gender-affirming health care (commonly known as GAC) is, intro definitions on types of transitioning, how to connect with gender-affirming healthcare practitioners, how to access hormone therapy, the current gender affirming surgical (GAS) policy overview.
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Renee Yoxon is a Non-Binary singer / songwriter who lives in Montreal. This rad human offers TGD voice coaching, they "teach trans people to love their voice." Their top priorities are trans/non-binary joy, accessibility, and centring BIPOC experiences. They offer a variety of services, including one-to-one sessions, and online courses.
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Government of PEI Website: Info on Adult Gender Affirming Voice & Communication Services delivered by Health PEI, access to their self-referral form & toll free number, what information you will need to provide, what you can do before your first appointment, and more!
LOCAL PROGRAMS
Here we have compiled a list of resources relating to local programs available to TGD community members Click on bolded & underlined text below to learn more about these unique resources.
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PEERS Alliance website: Info on Buds, sign-up and registration. Buds is a supportive brave space for trans or gender diverse Adults 18+.
It takes place during the last Thursday of the month from September - June; 6:30-8:30 pm at PEERS Alliance office Charlottetown.
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PEERS Alliance website: Info on Roots & Shoots, which is supportive space for families with trans or gender diverse children. This includes sign-up and registration, info on ages, locations (new: Summerside location), who can come, partnered organizations and more!
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PEERS Alliance website: Info on The PEI Rainbow Youth Club, which provides youth with the opportunity to participate in discussion and fun activities.
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PEERS Alliance website: Info on 2SLGBTQ+ Adult Group, how to get involved, sign-up, dates & location. New themes and activities monthly!
Partnerships
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Pride PEI
Most people are aware of Pride PEI as the organization behind the annual Pride Festival and Parade. Though these events are a crucial part of what we do, Pride PEI is also a resource for the Island’s queer community.
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PEERS ALLIANCE
PEERS Alliance supports those living with and at risk for HIV, Hep C, and all sexually transmitted infections in PEI by offering a variety of programs and services targeted to diverse communities.
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Our Landing Place
Not having your identity affirmed or your relationship structure validated can leave you feeling unsupported and judged. Our sex-positive, inclusive, and queer-affirming therapy collective is different.
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BIPOC USHR
BIPOC USHR aims to bring together and serve BIPOC communities on PEI in ways that build solidarity and help them thrive, specifically through community building, intersectional justice education and advocacy, programming, and supportive practices to form stronger and more resilient communities.
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Egale Canada & Univeristy of Toronto
Reach out to our Local Outreach Project Coordinator, Siddhu, for more details on Expand 2.0, a QT Smoking Cessation initiative in partnership with Egale Canada and UofT. Access free resources such as: Cessation information, access to Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) and more: Siddhu@peitn.com
Quick Links
Human Rights Commission: Gender Identity and Expression for Employers, Landlords, Service Providers
Human Rights Commission: Gender Identity and Expression for Students & Schools
Legal Transition: A Guide to Updating Your Legal Identify to Reflect Your Gender Identity
Shoes for trans feminine and NB people
Swim-Proof, Gym-Proof, Life-Proof Tuck Kit
The Recovery Village: LGBTQ+ Drug and Alcohol Treatment Resources
The Recovery Village: Finding Support for Substance Use and Mental Illness in the LGBT Community