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Two-Spirited and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Celebration and Awareness Day

At Rise, we honour Two-Spirit and Indigenous LBTQQIA+ Peoples and communities and celebrate the diversity and radiance of their identities, lived experiences and expressions.

This is a day of joyous celebration and merriment as we will continue to advocate for Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ visibility, spaces, and achievements.

Today marks Two-Spirited and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Celebration and Awareness Day – a day to recognize and celebrate Two-Spirit and LGBTQQIA+ Peoples and communities around the world. Intentionally aligning with the spring Equinox, this day represents change and transformation, a space Two-Spirited Peoples inhabit. To further explore topics and discussions surrounding Two-Spirited and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Peoples, we highly encourage you to check out the Community-Based Research Centre (CBRC) section on Indigenous and Two-Spirit Health.

Kind Words

“As part of our recognition and learning for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, our team had the privilege of hearing from Annie. The session was thoughtfully designed to be approachable for everyone, regardless of their experience or how their work intersects with Indigenous communities. Annie encouraged us to reflect deeply on our role in economic Reconciliation—not as a passive responsibility, but as an opportunity to engage positively and proactively. Her insights challenged us to consider how our actions, decisions, and relationships can contribute to meaningful change. We’re grateful for the space she created for learning, reflection and growth.”

Jessica Saunders, Manager – Indigenous Relations, Artemis Gold