Skipping Stone

Thinking about updating your name or gender marker on your ID? We’re here for you!

Join our welcoming Trans ID Clinic on June 25th for supportive, step-by-step guidance from friendly legal experts. You’ll get personalized help with forms, have your documents reviewed and notarized, and learn what comes next—plus, connect with community along the way.

Spaces are limited, so register here to save your spot: https://www.skippingstone.ca/id-clinics

This clinic is brought to you with care in partnership with Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP/SENCRL/srl and Pro Bono Students Canada UCalgary. We can’t wait to support you!

Hey, beautiful community! 🌟
We’re coming together this week with spaces for trans masculine and trans feminine folks, plus a crafty afternoon for q***r, trans, and ally youth on Wednesday. If you’re part of our Asian q***r and trans family, or navigating neuro-diversity, we’ve got cozy online groups waiting for you. Which space feels like home for you this week? Let us know or tag a friend you’d love to join with!

Tuesday:
🧡TENDER HEARTS (Skipping Stone) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Our meet-up for trans masculine folks & trans men 16+, as well as those looking to explore a masculine gender identity.

Wednesday:
💛 HARMONY HEARTS (online) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
A space for Asian q***r and trans individuals that addresses the unique intersections of q***rness, gender, and race.

💛 HEARTS & CRAFTS: TEENS (Skipping Stone) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
A space for q***r, trans and ally youth (age 12-18) to connect through creativity. Work on a facilitator lead project or work on your own projects in the space together. Art supplies and good vibes provided.

Thursday:
💚 TRANS FEM MEETUP (Skipping Stone) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
This is an open, casual space where trans women & trans feminine folks can gather with a focus on building community and connection.

💚 TRANS NEURODIVERSITY GROUP (Online) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Holding space to explore, share and celebrate the unique intersection of gender and neuro diversity in our communities.

🌈 Learn more, register, and discover our suite of programs at www.skippingstone.ca/calendar

Good morning, friends! All of our meet-ups this week are virtual, so feel free to join us from the comfort of your couch!

Tuesday:
🧡FLOWING HEARTS (online) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
For all 16 and over within the non-binary or genderq***r umbrella, as well as all those looking to affirm, to explore, or are questioning a non-binary gender identity.

Wednesday:
💛 YOUNG HEARTS (online) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
This group focuses on supporting the unique needs and perspectives of older trans feminine folks, and especially those transitioning later in life.

Thursday:
💚 STRONG HEARTS (online) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Our virtual meet-up for trans women & everyone under the trans feminine umbrella, as well as those looking to explore a feminine gender identity.

Friday:
💙 OPEN HEARTS (online) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
This casual, informal group builds community and connections for all Two-Spirit, trans, gender-diverse and non-binary individuals, as well as those looking to affirm, explore, or are questioning their identity.

🌈 Learn more, register, and discover our suite of programs at www.skippingstone.ca/calendar

We’re still smiling thinking about our Rotary LGBT+ Fellowship friends who visited us during the Rotary International Convention last year! 🌏

It was inspiring to see how these folks are working together to create more welcoming spaces and impactful service projects for LGBT+ communities worldwide.

Thank you for being part of this beautiful community and for your generous support. 💙

Hey trans feminine friends, we’d love for you to join us for Dress for Success: Work-Ready Affirming Styling! 🌈

Imagine finding outfits that feel 100% YOU—whether you’re prepping for work, an interview, or just wanting to show up confidently. At this free event in partnership with Making Changes Association (Calgary), affirming stylists will help you build a work-ready wardrobe—one that truly fits your style and who you are.

Here’s how your appointment will feel:
⭐ You’re greeted and welcomed by Making Changes staff
⭐ Time to chat with your stylist about your style and needs—no pressure, just support
⭐ Browse and try on as many pieces as you’d like in your private fitting room (yours for the whole 90 minutes!)

Come connect with community—plus, a Skipping Stone team member will be there to support you beyond your wardrobe if you need it.

Thursday, June 18 | 1:00PM or 2:30PM (registration required)
Making Changes Association | 6516 1a St SW, Calgary

Ready to join us? Register now to save your spot (just 8 available!): https://www.skippingstone.ca/dress-for-success

Know someone who would feel right at home here? Pass this along! 💜

Our Expressions: Hair and Makeup Days are a warm space to explore, celebrate, and express your unique style. From free haircuts and styling tips to makeup and beard care, there’s something for everyone.

Our next session is June 14th, and we’d love for you to be part of it. Check out all the details here:
www.skippingstone.ca/expressions

UPDATE - all spots are now filled! Thanks to everyone who volunteered or reached out. ♥️

We need your help! ✂️

We’re urgently looking for 2–3 hairstylists for our Expressions: Hair & Makeup Day on June 14 from 9:45AM-2:00PM. Without a few more talented stylists, we won’t be able to run this event.

Expressions: Hair & Makeup Days provide free, gender‑affirming services to help folks realize their gender expression goals. It’s a powerful, joy-filled space where trans and gender-diverse community members can explore how they want to show up in the world — with support, tools, and care.

✅ Honorarium is provided.
📩 To learn more or get involved, please email [email protected], comment below, or send us a DM.

If you’re a stylist (or know someone who is) who believes everyone deserves to feel at home in their own skin, we’d love to hear from you. 💜

How is your Tuesday going? If you’re looking for connection this week, we’d love for you to join us—whether it’s moving together at tonight’s affirming fitness class, meeting up with fellow trans masc folks, Asian q***r & trans people, trans women, or getting creative with other adults. There’s space for you here, and we can’t wait to see you!

Tuesday:
🧡 AFFIRMING FITNESS (in person at Every Body STRONGER) | 5pm-6pm
A private, upbeat fitness class for Two-Spirit, trans and gender diverse individuals that explores various ways to move their body to encourage mobility and joy. Registration is required.

🧡TENDER HEARTS (online) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Our meet-up for trans masculine folks & trans men 16+, as well as those looking to explore a masculine gender identity.

Wednesday:
💛HARMONY HEARTS (in person at Skipping Stone) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
A space for Asian q***r and trans individuals that addresses the unique intersections of q***rness, gender, and race.

Thursday:
💚 STRONG HEARTS (in person at Skipping Stone) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
A meet-up for trans women & everyone under the trans feminine umbrella, as well as those looking to explore a feminine gender identity.

Friday:
💙 HEARTS & CRAFTS: ADULTS (in person at Skipping Stone) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Connect with other q***r, trans and ally adults through creativity. Art supplies are provided at this casual meet-up.

🌈 Learn more, register, and discover our suite of programs at www.skippingstone.ca/calendar

Hello, June! 🌞

Happy Pride month & Indigenous People's month!
There’s a lot happening this month.

HARMONY HEARTS
Wednesday, June 3 (in person at Skipping Stone) and June 17 (online) | 6:15PM-8:15PM
A space for Asian q***r and trans individuals that addresses the unique intersections of q***rness, gender, and race.

EXPRESSIONS: HAIR & MAKEUP (Sunalta Community Hall)
Sunday, June 14 | 10AM-2PM
This free event provides services and tools to support folks in realizing their gender expression goals. Registration required.

HEARTS & CRAFTS: TEENS (Skipping Stone)
Thursday, May 25 | 6:15PM-8:15PM
A space for q***r, trans and ally youth (age 12-18) to connect through creativity. Work on a facilitator lead project or work on your own projects in the space together. Art supplies and good vibes provided.

CAREGIVER MEETUP (Hudsons Shawnessy)
Tuesday, June 23 | 6:30PM-9:30PM
A place for parents, caregivers, and family members of trans and gender diverse folks to come together for community, conversation, and a fun night out!

🌈 Learn more or register for an event or program: www.skippingstone.ca/learnmore

Learn More — Skipping Stone

We want to celebrate our friend Casey, who joined the Trans Rights Readathon with so much heart! 🏳️‍⚧️

Between March 17–31, Casey powered through an amazing 23 books by or about Two Spirit, trans, genderq***r, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming folks. She even donated to Skipping Stone for every book read—how awesome is that?

One favorite Casey wanted to share: “Love After the End,” an anthology of q***r Indigenous speculative fiction edited by Joshua Whitehead. Have you read it or is there a book from the readathon you want to recommend? Share in the comments! 📖