The Situation at The University of Toronto
There is a serious situation of transphobic violence and harassment happening at the University of Toronto and we need your help!
Please watch and share, and also read, download and distribute the following documents:
Investigation Report
Transphobia in Toronto (open letter)
INTACT’s list of demands for the University of TorontoTransgender, nonbinary and intersex activists in Toronto would appreciate any and all help in circulating this information, re-centering the narrative on the marginalized people being effected by these events, demanding accountability from the University of Toronto, and taking steps to reduce the harm done to our community.
To contribute to the funding of this investigation and to help with others moving forward, please consider donating to this crowdfunder.
Jordan Peterson Supporter Speaks at October 11 Rally
[Content warnings for extreme transphobia, transmisogyny, anti-feminism, ableism, pathologization]
An update on the ongoing situation in Toronto surrounding the transphobic professor at the University of Toronto and subsequent protest demonstrations [1, 2, 3, 4]. This is a speech that was given at what was called a “Freedom of Speech” rally, held in support of professor Jordan Peterson and as a counter-protest to the trans-inclusive teach-in that took place at the same venue the previous week.
Organizers in Toronto are asking for this video to be circulated to spread awareness of the vile and hateful rhetoric that transgender students are being subjected to at the University of Toronto.
The University of Toronto is planning to host a debate about the validity of transgender rights with Jordan Peterson on Saturday November 11th, to give further platform and validation to the man who has sparked so much hostility and hatred towards transgender staff and students at this institution.
Activists are calling for a boycott event, and we encourage transgender, nonbinary and intersex people and allies to take to social media to let people know that our rights and our humanity are #NotUpForDebate
You can also call the University of Toronto at 1-416-978-2011 to let them know your thoughts on the matter.
Nonbinary Toronto
Attention nonbinary, genderqueer, genderfluid and agender people! I’m trying to start our own community space for people outside the binary, so if you’d be interested in a community/discussion space specifically for nonbinary people in Toronto, feel free to join!
video from the 2015 Toronto Trans March by Howl Magazine
Trans in Toronto and looking for Hormones?
I had an appointment with this doctor last Saturday, and their basic mission statement is “It’s too hard for trans people to get hormones, so I want to make it easier.” They ask as few invasive questions as possible, with the exception of finding something to write down to justify a prescription, which is entirely covered by OHIP - “What does being trans mean to you personally, and what difficulties do you encounter that you want to fix with the hormones?” After that, they ask you to take a blood test (also covered by OHIP), and read over some information before the next appointment, where they can review the results and prescribe!
The only catch is that they’re only around on weekends, as during the week they spend their time offering medical services in northern Ontario, near Algonquin park. Aside from that, their Toronto location is easily accessible on the TTC, right near Christie Station. The only downside is that Christie Station has no elevator, and the office itself is riddled with stairs - I would still check it out though, if it would be possible to travel from Bathurst Station, which does have an elevator, and work something out beforehand in regards to avoiding the stairs in the building.
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Are you a trans and/or genderqueer youth in Toronto? 13 - 27 years old?
You should check out Trans Youth Toronto every Wednesday from 5 pm - 9 pm at The 519 Church Street Community Centre! I ran this group for four and a half years, and it was absolutely amazing. It’s the world’s longest-running…
