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We are INCREDIBLY excited to have Jennarie joining us at this year’s GSA Conference next week!

Toronto-based independent artist Jennarie is carving out a singular space at the intersection of pop, R&B, and jazz, pairing soulful vocals with songwriting rooted in emotional precision and lived experience. Proudly q***r, plus-size, and neurodivergent, her music celebrates underrepresented voices while foregrounding themes of self-love, body liberation, and personal agency.

Now is a great time to add some Jennarie to your playlist so you can sing along at top volume at the GSA Conference!

Photography by Wade Muir

Start your year with some q***r creativity!

You’ll get to make your own vision board or collage that focuses on your hopes, dreams, and whatever else you want to bring into 2026.

High School Group for Grades 9-12:
Tuesday, January 27 from 6-7:30pm

Middle School Group for Grades 6-8:
Thursday, January 29 from 6-7:30pm

2SLGBTQIA+ Waterloo Region youth can register via the link in our bio.

Today is a reminder to take a moment for your wellbeing and mental health 💛
- A moment to check in with yourself.
- And a moment to reach out to someone you care about.

At OK2BME, we know that visibility, connection, and affirming support matter—and that help should be easy to find when you need it. There’s no wrong door to care.

👉 Learn more or connect with OK2BME support at caminowellbeing.ca

Feeling blue today? 💙

Winter can feel long, and stress can build up fast.
If things feel heavy, you don’t have to carry it alone.

OK2BME offers affirming support, counselling, and connection for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and their families. Learn more at caminowellbeing.ca

🩵🩷🤍 OK2BME’s Gender Journeys is back! 🤍🩷🩵

What: A place for trans, non-binary, and gender diverse youth who are interested in better understanding their gender and/or gender transition. (There is no expectation that you experience gender dysphoria or want to transition in any way).

Who: For trans/non-binary/gender diverse youth ages 13-17 in Waterloo Region
When: Wednesdays, January 7 – March 11, 2026 from 5:00-7:00pm
Where: Camino’s Charles Street Location (across from Borden LRT stop)
480 Charles St. E., Kitchener

Registration is now open! https://ok2bme.ca/services/gender-journeys/

Next Monday, January 5! Join us for our monthly virtual hangout: a chill space to check in, chat, and just be together.

Whether you want to share how you’re doing, connect with others, or just play some fun games and unwind, this group is all about support, community, and a bit of chaos. Camera on or off, talk a lot or just listen, come as you are, we’re glad to have you here.

2SLGBTQIA+ Waterloo Region youth can register on our website www.ok2bme.ca/events

The shortest day. The longest night.
We hope the solstice brings rest and reflection. May you take comfort knowing each day forward brings more and more daylight. Here’s to longer, brighter days to come!
Happy Winter Solstice!

🎲✨ Calling neurodivergent 2SLGBTQIA+ young adults aged 18-29!

Join NeuroQueer Quest, where you’ll play a simplified D&D style role-playing game designed by OK2BME!

Set in a magical adventuring academy and follows participants as they complete quests and work toward their goal of personal growth.

Together you’ll:
✨ Go on epic quests
✨ Build friendships
✨ Learn tools to navigate real-world challenges — all while having FUN!

📅 Thursdays, 5–7pm | beginning January 15, 2026
📍 480 Charles St E, Kitchener (right by the LRT!)
📝 Registration is open now

Spots are limited — sign up today! https://ok2bme.ca/services/neuroq***r-quest/

A reminder that our Charles Street location will be closed over the holidays. We’re here for you at Camino’s Queen Street location, with some adjusted hours.

We are here to support you this holiday season. Please note our adjusted hours.

400 Queen St S, Kitchener hours:
MON, DEC 22: 8:30am-8:00pm
TUES, DEC 23: 8:30am-8:00pm
WED, DEC 24: 8:30am-2:00pm
THURS, DEC 25: CLOSED
FRI, DEC 26: CLOSED
MON, DEC 29: 8:30am-8:00pm
TUES, DEC 30: 8:30am-8:00pm
WED, DEC 31: 8:30am-5:00pm
THURS, JAN 1: CLOSED
FRI, JAN 2: 8:30am-5:00pm

480 Charles St E, Kitchener will be closed Monday, Dec 22 - Friday, Jan 2

Regular hours for all locations resume on Monday, Jan 5, 2024.

Full details are available on our website: https://www.caminowellbeing.ca/news-blog/holiday-office-hours-december-2025

However you spend this season, we hope it brings you comfort, joy, and a sense of belonging. We’re grateful to have you with us.

This time of year can be bright and joyful, it can feel really tough, or a mix of everything all at once! Here are some tips to help you through.

Have your support squad on standby. Let some trusted friends know what’s going on and ask if you can reach out if things get to be too much (even when those at your holiday gathering have the best intentions). Having someone who really gets you can really make a big difference.

Remember, you’re doing great. Going back home doesn’t have to mean going back in time. Even if your family is supportive, old spaces can bring up old feelings. Be gentle with yourself.

Set boundaries. You do not have to shrink yourself to make others comfortable. Try statements like: “I’m not comfortable talking about this right now.” “I’d like to change the topic, please.” “I’m going to leave the room if my pronouns are not respected.”

Keep a few affirmations handy. Save a few reminders in your phone or notes in your pocket. Take a look at them if things get overwhelming. Some examples might be: I can choose what’s right for me. I am enough as I am. I am worthy of love and joy.

Have a back-up plan. If you think things might get tough, talk with a friend or family member about having a “just in case” plan in place. Even if you don’t need it, just knowing you have a plan can help.

Find these are lots more on our OK2BME blog – link in bio.

OK2BHere Youth Groups will pause for a winter break.

OK2BHere in-person youth groups will resume January 27 & January 29, 2026.

The virtual group will run as usual on the first Monday of the month - January 5.

High School Group for Grades 9-12:
Tuesday, January 27 from 6-7:30pm

Middle School Group for Grades 6-8:
Thursday, January 29 from 6-7:30pm

2SLGBTQIA+ Waterloo Region youth can register here www.ok2bme.ca/events