Are you just beginning to learn about queer, trans, and two-spirit communities in Ontario, or are you looking to refresh your understanding of gender and sexual diversity?

This 2-hour course, delivered online (via Zoom) by The 519 Education and Training team, can help you gain a deep understanding of 2SLGBTQ+ communities and creating authentic spaces at work and at home.

Topics covered include:

  • Discussing common terms used to express sexuality and gender diversity in Ontario
  • Using and respecting people’s pronouns
  • Ontario’s Human Rights Code policy on gender identity and gender expression
  • Understanding the difference between sex, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation in relation to the Code
  • Understanding affirmation and allyship and their importance as ongoing practices

These are standalone sessions. You may choose to attend any one.

Training sessions once a month:
Tuesday, evening from 5:00 to 7:00pm (EST), OR
Saturday morning from 10:00am – 12:00 pm (EST):

Tuesday, January 23, 2024 – Click here to register

Saturday, February 17, 2024 – Click here to register 

Tuesday, March 19, 2024 – Click here to register

Saturday, April 20, 2024 – Click here to register 

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 – Click here to register 

June – No sessions

Saturday, July 20, 2024 – Click here to register 

August – No sessions

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 – Click here to register 

Saturday, October 19, 2024 – Click here to register 

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 – Click here to register 

December – No sessions

Cost: 84.75 CAD per person
(all-inclusive)

If you have questions or are experiencing barriers in accessing this course, please contact: Training@The519.org

    At Online (via Zoom)

  • May 14, 2024 (5:00 pm  7:00 pm )
  • Jul 20, 2024 (10:00 am  12:00 pm )
  • Sep 17, 2024 (5:00 pm  7:00 pm )
  • Oct 19, 2024 (10:00 am  12:00 pm )
  • Nov 26, 2024 (5:00 pm  7:00 pm )
More info
(Program: Fostering Queer and Trans-Inclusive Environments at Work and Home: Course)