Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR)

The 519 commemorates the 26th anniversary of the Trans Day of Remembrance (TDoR). Join us to honour the lives of the 2 Spirit, trans, and non-binary siblings we have lost to transphobia, hate crimes, illness, substance use, suicide, misogyny, institutional and legislative violence, and murder.

This year’s theme for The 519’s TDoR event is “This is who we are.” It represents self-determination, dignity, and community. Only we define ourselves.

We remember our lost friends, neighbours, colleagues, family, lovers, and comrades.  In our grief, in our rage, in our organizing, and in our remembering and honouring, we inspire change, solidarity, safety, hope and joy for the lives and rights of all 2 Spirit, trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse people.

Highlights:

  • Opening Ceremony
  • Performances
  • Candlelight Vigil
  • Dinner
  • and more…

Thursday, November 20, 2025
Doors open 5:30pm. Event starts at 6:00 pm.

Attendance Options:

In-person at Barbara Hall Park [519 Church St.]. Drop-in. You don’t need to register to attend in person unless you require childminding.

  • Childminding support: please email Glitterbug@The519.org to register your little ones or contact EarlyON in person.

Virtually, via Zoom. RSVP via Zoom is required to receive the Zoom link.

Face masks are available for all attendees, and a mask-mandatory streaming room in the building. If you want to attend in person but are feeling unwell, we ask that you please stay home, take care of yourself, and join us virtually.

Questions? Contact Community@The519.org

Agenda

  • 5:30pm Doors Open
  • 6:00 to 7:30 PM – Community Gathering and Vigil (Barbara Hall Park – heated tent + indoor livestream + grounding/chill-out room)
  • 7:30 to 8:30 PM – Community Dinner (Ballroom)
  • 8:30 to 9:30 PM – Community Social and Connection (Ballroom)

Frequently Asked Question.

Where is the event happening?

The main gathering will be held in a heated tent at Barbara Hall Park, general, ASL-designated, and accessible seating areas will be available. Seating is available first-come first-served.

There will be designated accessible seating with live-streaming in The 519 for folks who may desire/require additional space.

We will also have a mask-mandatory room with live-streaming for folks who wish to attend in a fully masked environment as we continue to navigate the realities of COVID-19.

We will also have a grounding room for folks who may need the space.

I meant to attend in person, but something came up and I want to attend online instead, what do I do?

We recommend registering via Zoom in case you need flexibility. The registration will close the moment the event starts, and we cannot guarantee that we will be able to reply to emails and messages during the commemoration. As such, we encourage you to register ahead of time.

Is the event accessible for folks with mobility needs?

Yes, both the heated tent and The 519 building are wheelchair accessible. We will also have designated seating space within the tent venue for folks with mobility devices.

Will the event outdoors be heated?

Yes, there will be heating in the tent.

Are there quiet areas for individuals who may need a break from the crowd or noise?

Yes, we have a designated grounding room.

Will sign language interpretation be provided for the event?

Yes, we will have professional ASL interpreters present throughout the event to ensure effective communication for deaf and hard of hearing attendees.

How do we support participants who rely on masking for their well-being?

Face masks are available for all attendees.

We will also have a mask-mandatory room with live-streaming for folks who wish to attend in a fully masked environment as we continue to navigate the realities of respiratory illness including COVID-19.

You can also join us virtually. Please RSVP via  Zoom to get the link if you need the flexibility.

Can I bring little ones?

Most certainly. TDoR is an intergenerational community gathering and children are welcomed to attend with their adults. We will also be providing child-minding supports with registered Early Childhood Educators (please see below).

Will there be childminding?

Yes. Childminding will be available and led by our incredible EarlyON team available from 5:30 to 8:30pm in room 100, registration via EarlyON is required for those needing childminding. Please contact Glitterbug@The519.org to register your little ones for childminding.

What are the food options available?

We will have vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. We will offer takeaway meals as well as a sit down community dinner in The 519 Ballroom at the end of the ceremony (limited seating first-come first-served basis). Additional performances will take place alongside dinner.

Call for Name Submissions

Honouring 2 Spirit, trans, and non-binary friends and family whom we have lost in The 519 Memorial Wall.

To submit, visit: The519.org/tdornames

Submit names no later than Sunday, November 10, 2025, 11PM

Questions? Contact Julie at JHamara@The519.org

Register