Community

Want your organization to be added to this list? Let us know! Send an email, or message us through Facebook and Instagram @MintoPride

Join our private Facebook group!

Minto Pride + Neighbours Safe Space – This is a private Facebook group for those in Minto and neighbouring communities like North Wellington, Centre Wellington, Mapleton, North Perth, etc. It’s a group meant to get the 2SLGBTQ+ community and allies together to create discussions, ask questions, and share events!

Local, Accepting Spaces:

Want to support places that are accepting of 2SLGBTQ+ people? Looking for more community? Check out these places:

The Grove Youth Wellness Hub (YWHO WG) – A place supporting those aged 12-25. The link goes straight to their Palmerston site, including more information about them like location and contact info, plus a calendar of their events.

LGBTQ+ Resources:

If you are here looking for resources, like how to support a loved one or even if you’re questioning, you’ve come to the right place! We highly recommend checking out these following resources. They’ll most likely answer any questions you have:

Out On The Shelf – A queer library and resource centre located in Guelph. Their website is full of useful information about the queer community. You can even book one of their Educational Workshops for your business.

Spectrum, Waterloo Region’s Rainbow Community Space – A large organization based in Kitchener-Waterloo, full of useful resources and information. They also put on lots of support groups for people to check out and learn from.

The LGBT Youth Line – An online chat line specifically for those aged 29 or under in Ontario. Chat with another queer person who has lived similar experiences as you.

Crisis Supports

9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline – Text or call if you’re dealing with thoughts of suicide or worried of someone who is.
Call or text: 988

Here 24/7 – A phone line for those struggling with addictions, mental health, and any crisis.
Phone number: 1-844-437-3247

Trans Lifeline – A phone line for trans people who are looking for peer support and resources to survive and thrive. Their website also includes valuable information and resources for both trans people, and those looking to learn more about trans people.
Phone number: (877) 330-6366

Kids Help Phone – A mental health service available 24/7, meant to help kids, teens, and young adults all throughout Canada.They primarily support young people, but adults can use resources on their website, or contact a trained volunteer by texting 741741.
Call: 1-800-668-6868
Text: 686868

Good2Talk – A free, confidential support service for post-secondary students in Ontario or Nova Scotia. They can be reached by phone, or text, or through an online chat on their website.
Call: 1-866-925-5454
Text: 686868