Episode 10: Transgender Day of Visibility

Transgender Day of Visibility (or TDOV) occurs every year on March 31st since its inception in the US in 2009.  Here in Canada, it's a holiday that gets more recognition with each passing year, and since many events won't be able to be held in person this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Caitlin thought it best to devote an episode to the day!  Joining her as a guest is the lovable Sam Busch, a trans guy from BC who's made his home in Fort Frances with his partner Logan (who you may remember from Episode 4!).

In this episode, you'll learn firsthand from Sam what the lived experience of a transgender man in Canada can be like, and how he's navigated life in a small town as a queer trans person.  He and Caitlin discuss their work with Borderland Pride the last few years - including the first 2SLGBTQ+ social group in Fort Frances, their first protest (Emo Ambush), and a project about the life of Dianna Boileau - also being released for TDOV - called "Behold Dianna".  Sam also talks about Transgender Day of Visibility and what it means to him as a member of the trans community.

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