Helpful Links for the Rainbow Community

 

Rainbow Families

 

BiNet: The Bisexual Network of British Columbia

 

Building Family Equity in Every Classroom

Same sex parents: Tips on advocating for your child in the classroom

 

CBC News Interactive: Same-sex marriage in Canada

An interactive map with information on issues affecting same-sex couples, including adoption, support and inheritance.

 

COLAGE

COLAGE offers a diverse array of support, education and advocacy by and for folks with LGBT parents.

 

Daddies2B

Dedicated to Gay Dads and Gay Men considering parenthood.

 

Families in TRANSition: A Resource Guide for Parents of Trans Youth

By Central Toronto Youth Services. 28.40 MB download - please be patient.

 

Families Like Mine

A web site dedicated to decreasing isolation for people who have parents who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT).

 

Family Equality Council (USA)

The Family Equality Council works to ensure equality for LGBT families by building community, changing hearts and minds, and advancing social justice for all families.

 

Gay Parent Magazine

LGBT friendly resources for creating and nurturing your family since 1998

 

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Queer Encyclopedia

An encyclopedia of GLBTQ culture, encompassing arts, literature, social science and more!

 

Gender Talk (USA)

All things gender

 

Growth House: Lesbian and Gay Issues at End of Life

A little thing like death isn't enough to end the discrimination lesbians and gay men face. In fact, discrimination often increases at end of life when loved ones are most vulnerable. Sensitive and practical advice for families and partners of gays and le

 

LEGIT: Canadian Immigration for Same-sex Partners

 

Lesbian Mothers Association of Quebec

A bilingual group of lesbian mothers and mothers-to-be providing community, exchanging information, sharing resources and having fun together with our children

 

LGBT Parenting Network

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans (LGBT) Parenting Network provides resources, information and support to LGBT parents and their families.

 

Opening Doors: Lesbian and Gay Parents and Schools

Comprehensive guide on supporting your child in the classroom. Produced by the Family Pride Coalition

 

PFLAG USA

 

Public Service Pride Network

Bringing together gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered public servants from departments of the federal government

 

Respect and Self Esteem: Talking to your Children About Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

A helpful guide for all parents who are looking for the "right words" to use when discussing sexual and gender diversity.Produced by the Lesbian Mothers Association of Quebec

 

The Effects of Marriage, Civil Union, etc. on the Legal, Financial and Psychosocial Health and Well-Being of Children

An analysis for the American Academy of Pediatrics Board of Directors, July 2005.

 

The Family Pride Guide to Talking with your Children about Political Attacks on our Families (USA)

A guide to help families meet the needs of their children while facing public criticism against same-sex relationships and parenting.

 

The Gender Identity Research & Education Society (UK)

Transsexual? Here is some useful information on how to tell your children. Enter site and click "Information for Families and Children".

 

Trans Alliance Society

Support, information and education for B.C. residents who self-identify as trans, trans-allies, professionals, significant others, family members, and friends