About Us
Who We Are
TransFamily in the Community
TransFamily in the Community
We are a diverse group of transgender people, family members, friends and allies in the Kingston Ontario area. We gather at least once a month to share stories and experiences, provide peer support, and assist each other in navigating the various barriers faced by trans people and by their supporters.
We seek to combat the loneliness and
We are a diverse group of transgender people, family members, friends and allies in the Kingston Ontario area. We gather at least once a month to share stories and experiences, provide peer support, and assist each other in navigating the various barriers faced by trans people and by their supporters.
We seek to combat the loneliness and isolation often felt by trans* people and those sharing their journey.
TransFamily Kingston was started in 2012 by a few people looking for the support of others who shared similar experiences. It has continued to grow and evolve dynamically. TransFamily Kingston embraces and accepts anyone on the (trans)gender spectrum and any family members searching for support or more information. We provide a safe and all-inclusive environment for group meetings, discussions, and sharing of experiences.
Monthly Meetings
We gather in downtown Kingston on the 2nd Saturday of every month for a casual gathering where we share food and conversation.
TransFamily in the Community
TransFamily in the Community
TransFamily in the Community
Members of our group who share similar interests often form friendships and meet for other activities outside of the monthly TransFamily Kingston meetings.
We are active in the Kingston community and some of our members participate at events such as Pride Weekend, The Reelout Film Festival, The Skeleton Park Festival, Queer Prom, Transgen
Members of our group who share similar interests often form friendships and meet for other activities outside of the monthly TransFamily Kingston meetings.
We are active in the Kingston community and some of our members participate at events such as Pride Weekend, The Reelout Film Festival, The Skeleton Park Festival, Queer Prom, Transgender Day of Remembrance, and the Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
We are a source of information for other members of the community and service providers. Some members of TransFamily Kingston serve as educators/speakers to other groups.
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How We Can Help
TransFamily in the Community
How We Can Help
TransFamily Kingston is....
A network of trans* people, family members, friends and allies in the Kingston area
If you are...
- questioning your gender identity
- self-identified as transgender (or under the transgender umbrella)
- a family member or friend of someone who is questioning their gender identity
- a family member or friend of som
TransFamily Kingston is....
A network of trans* people, family members, friends and allies in the Kingston area
If you are...
- questioning your gender identity
- self-identified as transgender (or under the transgender umbrella)
- a family member or friend of someone who is questioning their gender identity
- a family member or friend of someone who identifies as transgender
You are welcome at TransFamily Kingston!
If you need...
- a friendly and supportive group of people
- answers to your questions
- a safe place to express yourself
- a safe, private Facebook group
Transfamily Kingston can help!
We are...
A diverse group of people who identify as transgender, and family members or friends who are living with, or supporting, a transgender person on their journey.
Previous TFAM Events and Initiatives
Attending Pride
TDOR - Transgender Day of Rememberance
Attending Pride
For many years TFAM has been a big part of the yearly Pride parade and affiliated events and activities. Beyond a growing number turning out walk in the Parade we also set up a booth. Members of our group are guest speakers and are involved in the planning of Pride throughout the year as Pride board members, and many members of TFAM volunteer with events surrounding Pride.
Craft Events
TDOR - Transgender Day of Rememberance
Attending Pride
TransFamily Kingston has hosted crafting events in the past such as paint nites, and holiday themed ornament decorating. These events are open to all members of TFAM, and are often PWYC (pay what you can/by donation). These events provide a space to catch up with other community members while making art. Often TFAM will construt kits/prep
TransFamily Kingston has hosted crafting events in the past such as paint nites, and holiday themed ornament decorating. These events are open to all members of TFAM, and are often PWYC (pay what you can/by donation). These events provide a space to catch up with other community members while making art. Often TFAM will construt kits/prepare materials required. During Covid-19 we have been delivering art kits and tuning in on Zoom to craft and hang out together. Follow the TFAM Facebook page for updates on future events or to request an event!
TDOR - Transgender Day of Rememberance
TDOR - Transgender Day of Rememberance
TDOR - Transgender Day of Rememberance
TransFamily Kingston has been involved in the Transgender Day of Remembrance for many years, and often our members attend or are speakers at the event, and/or lead the vigil in collaboration with other community groups.
Games Night
Clothing Donation Drive
TDOR - Transgender Day of Rememberance
TransFamily Kingston members run a Discord and may host informal games nights online through this social media such as on Jackbox Games. For more information please visit the TFAM Facebook group.
Clothing Donation Drive
Clothing Donation Drive
Clothing Donation Drive
Within our community clothing gets handed around where it's needed, and one such event that provided an opportunity for free clothing was a clothing donation drive where members of TFAM donated clothing and people were able to visit a "garage sale" type set up where they could take what was needed. This event was lovingly organized by a member of TFAM.
Community Connections.....
Pride Celebrations
TransFamily Kingston has participated in the Kingston Pride Parade since 2015.
Transgender Day of Remembrance
TransFamily Kingston works with members of EQUIP (a Queen's student group) to organize a vigil each year on November 20.