2SLGBTQ+ Resources
YOUTH GUIDE
Coming Out & Talking to Parents/Guardians
Coming Out
Coming Out
Coming out can look different for everyone, there is no one way to “come out”. Coming out is a personal experience, and has to be guided by the individual and no one else.
In this section we will explore coming out stories from youth, supports for coming out, how to talk to parents and guardians, and how to ensure you have the supports needed.
Audio Introduction to Coming Out
Teen Coming Out Stories
Teen Coming Out Stories
Produced by Seventeen Magazine in 2017 this video highlights 5 stories from 5 brave teens on coming out.
Things LGBTQ+ People Wish Their Parents Knew
"I can't tell you how important it is to just have a parent to listen to what you have to say about your identity. About your experience. About whats frustrating about being queer. About what's wonderful and amazing about being queer. And to have that be validated." In this video produced by Seventeen Magazine several individuals are interviewed on what they wished their parents understood better about their identity.
Things LGBTQ+ People Wish Their Parents Knew
Self Acceptance & Coming Out
Self Acceptance & Coming Out
Talking through self acceptance, supporting someone who has recently come out, and well as handy tools for accessing resources this article from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada outlines it all.
"Outing" as described by Celine Galluzo
In this video Celine describes the experience of being “outed”, and the impact this has on individuals lives.
"Outing" as described by Celine Galluzo
"Homophobia" as described by Diego Lorrén
"Homophobia" as described by Diego Lorrén
In this video Diego describes experiencing homophobia, the importance of visibility, and the impact it has on individuals lives. Produced by CANVAS Arts Action Programs
Coming Out Handbook
Exploring your sexual orientation and/or gender identity can bring up a lot of feelings and questions. Inside this handbook, we will work together to explore your identity, what it might be like to share your identity with others, and provide you with tools and guiding questions to help you think about what coming out means to you. Created by the Trevor Project.
Coming Out Handbook
dandelion
Dandelion
A visual poetry piece created for the CANVAS Online Resource Guide by Naomi <3
Rebirth With Peace
A poem contributed to the CANVAS Online Resource Guide by poet @ngle t!me
Rebirth With Peace
Don’t Let Me Fly
Don’t Let Me Fly
A poetry reading written and preformed by Leo GP for the CANVAS Online Resource Guide
Brian on Discovering Yourself
In this interview produced for the CANVAS Online Resource, Joey (he/him) sits down with Brian (they/them) and asks them questions about their intersectional identity, how to heal inner conflict with yourself and your identity, who to look for when needing support on your journey of discovery, and advice for those who are feeling lost in their identity.
Brian on Discovering Yourself
Need Support?
We understand that these topics can bring up difficult feelings. If you’re looking for extra support or someone to talk to please look through our resource section for a wide array of helplines, resources, support groups, and counselling options.
