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Proud mom. Founder of TransParent Okanagan transparentokanagan.ca she/her #kelowna #protecttranskids

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Tod Maffin 🇨🇦 @todmaffin.com · 30/09/2026
A small, simple hand-drawn outline of a child on a solid black background. The child's shirt is bright orange, and the rest of the figure is drawn in soft grey. Beneath it, in small grey serif type, are the words 'September 30, 2026.
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Marcello Di Cintio @marcellodicintio.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
I took home an Alberta Magazine Award for my story about Danielle Smith’s war on trans kids last night. I’m thrilled. Go read it at @albertaviews.bsky.social.
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 18/09/2026
"This is what it means for Treaty to be alive — exercising the promises our ancestors made to protect all of our children, families, and future generations. Our definition of protection is very different than Premier Smith's understanding of what protection is. Protection should not harm."
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diamond reigh (she/her) @diamondreigh.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
“Protection should not harm.”
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Xtra @xtramagazine.com · 11/09/2026
I thought I had to fight every day just to exist. Then my son showed me that sometimes freedom is quiet xtramagazine.com/love-sex/tra...
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What my trans son taught me about freedom | Xtra Magazine
I thought I had to fight every day just to exist. Then my son showed me that sometimes freedom is quiet
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 10/09/2026
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Kelowna program to 'bridge' gap between gender-diverse kids and parents - Kelowna Capital News
The four sessions are on Sept. 21, 23, 28 and 30
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David Keegan @drdavidkeegan.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
It’s incredibly strong, welcoming, and important. But, it’s not even defying. Indigenous people have rights enshrined in the Treaties. They are simply asserting their sovereignty. Zero defiance. The laws of Alberta do not and cannot override Treaty rights. Ever. Full stop.
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Heather McPherson MP @heathermcpherson.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
In a province where too many people are trying to divide us, Saddle Lake is showing us another path: one rooted in compassion, community and the belief that every person deserves to be seen, supported and loved. (2/2) edmontonjournal.com/news/politic...
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Saddle Lake Cree Nation asserts treaty rights over access to gender-affirming care
Saddle Lake takes steps to establish safe haven for gender-affirming care on reserved lands, invoking Treaty No. 6 'Medicine Chest' clause.
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 10/09/2026
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 10/09/2026
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Courtney Theriault @ctheriault.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
NEW: Saddle Lake Cree Nation calls Alberta trans health-care laws a violation of Treaty rights, announces path to work around the legislation
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 10/09/2026
If you can, please visit the GoFundMe page to donate or share it with someone who should know about this effort. gofund.me/6a93ff775
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Donate to Saddle Lake Cree Nation Treaty Health Legal Defense Fund, organized by James Makokis
Help Saddle Lake Cree Nation Defend Treaty Health Rights and Pr… James Makokis needs your support for Saddle Lake Cree Nation Treaty Health Legal Defense Fund
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JCannuck @jcannuck.medsky.social · 10/09/2026
Once again; Indigenous peoples stand up for and take action to protect human rights of all Canadians. Thank you to the people of Saddle Lake Cree Nation. You represent the best of humanity in a world of too much hate.
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 10/09/2026
“When we were being stolen from our parents and experienced Genocide in Indian Residential Schools, we wondered, “Who are the people that will help us?” Today, we are those people. Today we offer our help, support, and jurisdiction to override these dehumanizing laws.” Chief Dale Steinhauer 🏳️‍⚧️ 🙌
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The Breakdown AB @thebreakdownab.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
If you watch one video today... Dr James Makokis speaking at the historic announcement by Saddle Lake Cree Nation that they are establishing a safe haven for gender affirming care... Is that video. #abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
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Abra / Jessica Conwell, Carmella Creeper's Gender Doula🏳️‍⚧️ 🇲🇽🌼 @pairofclaws.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
If you open up Bluesky and all the trans people are happy, you can be certain that something bad just happened to a truly awful person.
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Aleksandra Vaca @transiticsnews.com · 02/09/2026
1. Anti-trans Democrat Seth Moulton just lost his Senate primary in a LANDSLIDE to outspoken trans ally Ed Markey. To Moulton, trans kids were a liability the Democratic Party needed to abandon. But to Massachusetts voters, the only liabilities are Democrats like him.
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Anti-Trans Dem Seth Moulton Loses Senate Primary to Outspoken Trans Ally Ed Markey in a Landslide
To Seth Moulton, trans kids were a liability the Democratic Party needed to abandon. But to Massachusetts voters, the only liabilities are Democrats like him.
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Tod Maffin 🇨🇦 @todmaffin.com · 02/09/2026
American friends, THIS is the kind of shit that Canadians will not forget. Even when your current leader leaves. Bullshit like this is why Canada is cutting America out of the loop. Out. Where it will stay, for generations.
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Patrick Ness @patricknessbooks.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
I spoke about being queer in a religious upbringing to 200 Scottish teens at book event this afternoon. Had seven (yes, seven) queer students and two trans students come out to me quietly in the signing queue afterwards, one of them in tears. I will never forgive those who make their lives so hard.
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bag of moons 🏳️‍🌈 @bagofmoons.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
I’m at Chappell Roan night at the AA ballpark in the big town closest to where she grew up and, improbably, my spouse just got interviewed on the Jumbotron rocking his TRANS KIDS ARE LOVED shirt. Cannot emphasize enough how amazing every single part of this is.
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Rafe Culpin @rafeculpin.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 28/08/2026
My last name is Broughton; yes. 😊
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Hillary Rodham Clinton @hillaryclinton.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
It’s Lake Ontario.
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MapQuest @mapquest.com · 27/08/2026
We’re not changing it.
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Evan Greer @evangreer.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
in a world of JK Rowlings be a Dolly Parton
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Xtra @xtramagazine.com · 25/08/2026
Instead of being on the defensive and trying to change the minds of anti-trans protesters with arguments and facts, Liberty fans decided to reclaim the space by supporting one another and protecting one another’s peace, writes @thefrankiedlc.news. xtramagazine.com/power/politi...
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Anti-trans hate came to the WNBA. Fans are fighting back | Xtra Magazine
From organizing a “Trans Joy Rally” to handing out supportive signs at games, fans aren't letting anti-trans discourse define the league
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Xtra @xtramagazine.com · 25/08/2026
"Though most of us never got to meet her, in her music and her presence, Dolly Parton made us all feel like part of her chosen family. And that’s a gift that will last forever," writes @melwoods.me on the death of Dolly Parton xtramagazine.com/culture/doll...
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Dolly Parton was all of our chosen family | Xtra Magazine
The superstar, who passed away at age 80, was always there for her queer fans. We collectively mourn her loss
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🌈Tyranny🫧Sparkles🏳️‍🌈 @tyranny.sparklenoise.com · 25/08/2026
Dolly Parton with Keith Haring in 1985, incredible woman and supporter of LGBTQ people for decades going back to a time when few others dared.
Black and white photo of Dolly Parton with gay artist Keith Haring.
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Xtra @xtramagazine.com · 25/08/2026
Censorship was an issue 25 years ago. It's an issue now. LGBTQ2S+ people demand the freedom to read. xtramagazine.com/culture/book...
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The legacy of Little Sister’s censorship battle over queer books | Xtra Magazine
Twenty-five years after the Vancouver bookstore’s win against Canada Customs, the struggle for the freedom to read isn’t over
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Tod Maffin 🇨🇦 @todmaffin.com · 25/08/2026
If you're a small Canadian business and sell things impacted by the American tariffs, record a 10-sec video showing what you sell, and upload to mainstreet.todmaffin.com, and I'll likely share it to my 1.7M followers P.S. Looking for a business to support? There's a directory too! #BuyCanadian
Main Street Canada directory page listing small Canadian businesses in colored cards showing business name, province tag, short product description and shipping badges (Ships to Canada/USA/Worldwide), plus a highlighted link for business owners to add their listing.
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 25/08/2026
She always showed up. When I was still on fb I posted publicly how honoured I was that she ‘friended’ me. she responded - genuinely! - that she was the one who felt honoured. 😭 And she always signed her emails “xoxo” which I’m sure made each of us feel like we were her favourite. 💛
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GenderQueeries 🇨🇦 @genderqueeries.ca · 25/08/2026
You know you made a hell of an impact when the Prime Minister mentions your passing.
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barbara findlay dedicated her life to making Canada a freer, more equal place, where 2SLGBTQI+ people could live with dignity. She challenged injustice, changed minds, and opened doors for those who came after her.

My thoughts are with everyone who knew her, admired her, and was changed by her work.
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Dr. Kristopher Wells @drkristopherwells.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
At a time of immense loss and sorrow in the 2SLGBTQI+ community, this thoughtful message from our Prime Minister is deeply appreciated. ❤️🙏🌈
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 24/08/2026
An elderly fawn pug lies on a blue, white and orange patterned rug, his head resting on a small white stuffed bunny.
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 24/08/2026
(I note that Wrigley was 18 yes old, and my sweet elderly pug Guinness is also 18. I hope you’ll forgive me when I say that they have both given us more than we deserve. ❤️)
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 24/08/2026
I’m so sorry. It is such a profound unfairness that our furry babies lives are so short. Sending you comfort. Good boy, Wrigley. Rest well. 🐾🦴🎾
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 24/08/2026
I reached out to barbara recently for help with a project. She spent a couple of hours over zoom w me. This wasn’t the first time she helped me - It’s just who she was. I’ll treasure every single x and o and word of encouragement from her. The world has lost a legend and my heart aches.
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Xtra @xtramagazine.com · 02/08/2026
Canadian researchers found that 97 percent of youth who seek treatment for gender dysphoria still identify as trans years later.
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New study finds Canadian trans youth rarely detransition | Xtra Magazine
A group of Canadian researchers found that 97 percent of youth who seek treatment for gender dysphoria still identify as trans years later
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 03/08/2026
Happy birthday Fae!
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Trevor Bennett @tgabben.me · 28/07/2026
to be perfectly clear, every time you buy one of these shitty donuts, more money goes into the 'oh goody me, how magical to delight in doing active and ongoing harm to trans people' bucket. we don't enrich TERFs, pals. nostalgia is not a virtue - we very much know better here, now, today.
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Critics slam Tim Hortons Harry Potter promotion as anti-2SLGBTQ+ | CBC News
Tim Hortons has announced a new Harry Potter promotion, but the reaction online has been anything but magical.
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 29/07/2026
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 29/07/2026
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Dr. Kristopher Wells @drkristopherwells.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
The Organization for the Prevention of Violence is collecting feedback about government policies and laws related to hate motivated events (hate propaganda, hate crimes, and hate incidents) in Alberta. 1/2
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David Eby @davidebybc.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
If you’re picking fights with Canadians, you don’t have a friend in the world.
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Skipping Stone Foundation @skippingstone.ca · 14/07/2026
This fall, we’re opening Canada’s first community-led Trans Housing Initiative, and we need a special person to help make the building feel like home. For the full posting & how to apply, visit: skippingstone.ca/hiring.
Text on an image advertising that Skipping Stone is hiring a Housing Coordinator. Full time at 32 hours a week, and a salary of $53,000 annually. For more information, visit skippingstone.ca/hiring.
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Jennifer Blatherwick @j-blatherwick-mla.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
🌈A world where everyone can be their authentic self is a better world for all. Today, we honour and support non-binary people and the diversity they bring to our communities. 💛🤍💜🖤 #mlajennb #NonBinary #Pride #GenderEquity #visibilitymatters
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TransParent OK 🇨🇦 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @transparentokanagan.ca · 26/06/2026
Anti-SOGI and antivax school board trustee running for Kelowna city council seat. Def will NOT get our vote! www.kelownadailycourier.ca/news/article...
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Anti-vaxxer and SOGI critic runs for Kelowna city council
A three-term Kelowna school trustee who said during the pandemic that the COVID-19 vaccines were “not working” is running for city council.
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Jennifer Blatherwick @j-blatherwick-mla.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Last Saturday was a great time to spend the morning at the Kelowna Farmers’ & Crafters’ Market alongside fellow MLAs, meeting local growers, makers, and small business owners who help keep our communities thriving. #mlajennb #KelownaFarmersMarket #SupportLocalBC #LocalFood
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Jack Turban MD @turban.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
A new study of 445 adolescents treated at pediatric gender clinics in Canada found that after a mean 2.4 years, 94.6% still identified as trns. Of the 353 who started hormonal treatments, 1.1% discontinued them. www.jahonline.org/article/S105...
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Stability of Transgender Identity in Adolescents Seen in Multidisciplinary Specialized Gender Centers: A Multicenter Study in Canada
To determine the proportions of adolescents continuing with their gender identity after referral to specialized gender clinics, the proportion continuing with gender-affirming hormones, and the propor...
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