Advocacy Canada reached out to all candidates in the 2024 BC election, inviting them to share their positions on key issues affecting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We sent the survey to 312 of the 322 candidates plus the head office of each party. Six candidates completed the survey as well as the BC NDP completed it on behalf of their candidates. The recent blog series highlights the responses received by the deadline of October 6, 2024, offering insights into where candidates stand on matters of equality, inclusion, and rights for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This is for educational purposes and is not an endorsement by Advocacy Canada of any candidate or political party.
More than 50 people gathered in Kelowna on July 7 to mark five years of Advocacy Canada, filling the room with community partners, members, volunteers, and friends who have shaped the organization’s work since it began. Pictured are some of the Advocacy Canada team members at the event. President and
Advocacy Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Board of Directors for the 2025–2026 term, elected at the organization’s recent Annual General Meeting. The new board brings together a diverse team of community leaders committed to advancing equity, inclusion, and advocacy for 2SLGBTQIA+ people across the Okanagan
October is a funny time of year, especially in the Okanagan. The seasons are shifting, and we are filled with optimism of change. One thing I am especially excited about is our Celebration of Trans and Queer Joy on October 26th! We’re bringing you an afternoon of a human rights
“if someone ever sends you a message that tries to shrink who you are—answer it not with silence, not with shame, but with purpose.” Yesterday, our President and Founder, Wilbur Turner, received an Honorary Doctor of Laws from the University of British Columbia Okanagan. For those who don’t yet
Join us in Making a Difference: Become a Board Member at Advocacy Canada In a world where the rights and voices of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community are still under threat, strong advocacy is more critical than ever. At Advocacy Canada, we believe in the power of community and the strength of
Today, we’re thrilled to celebrate a truly remarkable individual whose tireless efforts have made a profound impact on the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. A beacon of hope and change, spearheading initiatives like Advocacy Canada and championing causes such as the 50+ Seniors Network. Wilbur’s dedication has led to awareness and change in
Join Our Team in Kelowna! 🌈 We’re on the lookout for passionate individuals to fill crucial roles on our volunteer board! If you have expertise in Communications or Finance and your values align with our mission and vision, we want YOU! As the Director of Communications or Director of Finance,
We have some board seats open. Is one for you? Advocacy Canada is a Kelowna-based registered nonprofit governed and operated by a volunteer board. Our mission is to unite and amplify queer voices and their allies in the community to effect positive change on important issues that make a lasting
The Okanagan 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies are proud to present a message of inclusivity through the You Belong project. Translated from the Syilx language, the phrase kʷu yʕayʕát kʷuʔ čn̓k̓ʷɬn̓xiʔm̓ signifies “We all join in together” and “We are all a part of it together” and is prominently portrayed in the You Belong design. This powerful message serves as a reminder of our shared connection, regardless of background or identity.
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