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Skipping Stone Foundation
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Connecting trans and gender diverse youth, adults and families across Alberta w/ comprehensive, low barrier access to the support they need & deserve.
#1900 - 736 6 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta | Treaty 7
www.skippingstone.ca/learnmore
Good morning friends! We hope the long weekend held exactly what you needed. We have a full line-up for this short week!

🌈 Learn more, register, and discover our suite of programs at www.skippingstone.ca/calendar
February 17, 2026 at 4:58 PM
🎲 Our Trans board game night is now 3X a month!

In YYC, join us on the 2nd and 4th Monday. Register today for next week's session!

In Canmore, our Bow Valley Board Game nights will be held monthly - no registration required.

🌈 Ready to roll some dice? skippingstone.ca/boardgames
February 16, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Hey Skipping Stone family! Just a quick heads-up that our offices are closed today and tomorrow. We'll be back in action on Wednesday, February 18th. How are you spending your day?
February 16, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Hey lovely community! 💖 On this Valentine's Day, let's take Lucille Ball's advice to heart: "Love yourself first, and everything else falls into line."

Join us for Expressions: Hair and Makeup Days where we come together to celebrate your unique gender expression: www.skippingstone.ca/expressions
February 14, 2026 at 5:32 PM
🎲✨ Hey friends! We're excited to invite you to a new monthly board game night in partnership with Canmore Pride.

Everyone who identifies as Two-spirit, trans, gender-diverse, or is exploring their identity is welcome.

Monday, Feb 23 | 6pm to 8:30pm
950 8 Ave, Canmore
No need to register.
February 12, 2026 at 11:17 PM
We still have spots open for our Gender Affirming Hormone Info session tomorrow night...join us! 🌟

You'll hear from folks with lived experiences, mental health advocates, and physician experts. Plus, there's plenty of time for your questions.

Want to learn more? skippingstone.ca/calendar
February 11, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Happy Monday, friends! 🌟 Whether you're looking to move your body, connect with others in-person, or join us from the comfort of your own home, we're here for you. Let's make this week amazing together!

🌈 Learn more, register, and discover our suite of programs at www.skippingstone.ca/calendar
February 9, 2026 at 8:07 PM
From stories of hope and resilience from our young clients to donations from high-school groups, we are constantly inspired by the next generation. May their efforts to create a more loving and inclusive world continue to motivate and mobilize people of all ages to create lasting change.
February 5, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Join us tonight for Young Hearts, our meet-up for trans women & trans feminine folks over 40. This group focuses on supporting the unique needs & perspectives of older trans feminine folks, especially those transitioning later in life.

Wednesday, Jan 27 | 6:15pm-8:15pm
In person at Skipping Stone
January 28, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Join us tonight for our non-binary & genderqueer meet-up Flowing Hearts! This group is about helping us understand who we are, how we want to grow, and how we can live authentically.

Tuesday, January 27 | 6:15pm-8:15pm
In person at Skipping Stone

www.skippingstone.ca/groups
January 27, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Join us tonight for Tender Hearts, our in person meet-up for trans men, trans masculine folks, as well as those looking to affirm, to explore, or are questioning a masculine gender identity!

Tuesday, January 20 | 6:15pm-8:15pm
In person at Skipping Stone

www.skippingstone.ca/groups
January 20, 2026 at 4:56 PM
POP-UP CLINIC: Affirming Sexual Health for Trans Folks
Tues, Jan 27 | 11am-4pm
Sheldon Chumir Health Centre
Registration required

🩸 Book before tomorrow for an IUD related appointment (to reduce or stop periods)! IUD appointments must be booked a week in advance.

www.skippingstone.ca/sexualhealth
January 19, 2026 at 8:01 PM
This week:

Tues
🧡 TENDER HEARTS**

Wed
💛 AFFIRMING YOGA (Every Body Stronger) | 5pm-6pm
💛 HARMONY HEARTS*
💛 HEARTS & CRAFTS - Teens**

Thurs
💚 Trans ID Clinic (Skipping Stone) | 5:30pm-7pm
💚 CARING HEARTS*

Fri
💙 OPEN HEARTS**

* Online 6:15pm-8:15pm
** At Skipping Stone 6:15pm-8:15pm
January 19, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Twiggy Pucci Garçon is an award winning film director, producer, and activist. A proud non-binary member of the LGBTQ+ community, their work in film and television amplifies visibility, equity, and agency of LGBTQ+ youth.
January 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Friday’s Queer Music Program Events:

💙 YOUTH CHOIR (Anacrusis Music) | 3pm-4:30pm | under 18

💙 CREATIVE LABS (Online & at Anacrusis Music) | 4:30pm-6:30pm | Ages 13 & over

To try out your first music class Email jacqs@skippingstone.ca
www.skippingstone.ca/music
January 16, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Is one of your New Year's resolutions updating your name or gender marker on your IDs this year? We can help! Registration is now open for our next TRANS ID CLINIC!

Thursday, January 22 | 5:30pm-7pm
In person at Skipping Stone
Registration Required

www.skippingstone.ca/id-clinics
January 15, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Thursday’s Events:
💚 STRONG HEARTS (at Skipping Stone) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Our meet-up for trans women and trans feminine folks, regardless of where you are in your journey.
💚 TRANS NEURODIVERSITY GROUP (online) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Celebrate the intersection in our communities!
www.skippingstone.ca/calendar
January 15, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Thursday’s Queer Music Program Events:
💚 YOUTH GUITAR & STRING ENSEMBLE* | 6:30pm-8pm
Ages 14-20. Do you play a string instrument? We are looking for new members!
💚 ADULT BAND/CHOIR* | 8pm-9:30pm

*At Anacrusis Music. To try out your 1st class email jacqs@skippingstone.ca

www.skippingstone.ca/music
January 15, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Registration is now open for our monthly Affirming Yoga Class! Partnering with Every Body Stronger, we offer free private yoga classes open to all trans folks.

Wednesday, January 14 | 5pm-6pm
Every Body Stronger 2501 Alyth Rd SE
www.skippingstone.ca/fitness
January 14, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Join us online tonight for Young Hearts, our meet-up for trans women and trans feminine folks over 40. This group focuses on the needs and perspectives of older trans feminine folks.

Wednesday, January 14 | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Zoom link: www.skippingstone.ca/groups/#zoomlinks
January 14, 2026 at 4:17 PM
POP-UP CLINIC: Affirming Sexual Health for Trans Folks
Tues, Jan 27 | 11am-4pm
Sheldon Chumir Health Centre
Registration required

Created in partnership with AHS Sexual & Reproductive Health, these events are for Two-Spirit, trans, & gender diverse folks.

www.skippingstone.ca/sexualhealth
January 14, 2026 at 1:12 AM
Join us tonight for our non-binary & genderqueer meet-up Flowing Hearts! This group is about helping us understand who we are, how we want to grow, and how we can live authentically.

Tuesday, January 13 | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Online

www.skippingstone.ca/groups/#zoomlinks
January 13, 2026 at 4:56 PM
This week:

Monday
❤️ TRANS BOARD GAME NIGHT (D6 Tabletop Café) | 6pm-9pm

Tuesday
🧡 FLOWING HEARTS*

Wednesday
💛 YOUNG HEARTS*

Thursday
💚 STRONG HEARTS (at Skipping Stone) | 6:15pm-8:15pm
💚 TRANS NEURODIVERSITY GROUP*

*online from 6:15pm-8:15pm

www.skippingstone.ca/calendar
January 12, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Join us for OPEN HEARTS (online) tonight! A space where you can fully be yourself; meet other trans, nonbinary, & gender diverse folks; and even explore a new gender identity in a safe space.

Friday, January 9 | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Online

www.skippingstone.ca/groups/#zoomlinks
January 9, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Join us tonight for Strong Hearts, our meet-up for trans women, trans feminine folks, and those looking to affirm, explore, or are questioning a feminine gender identity.

Thursday, January 8 | 6:15pm-8:15pm
Online

www.skippingstone.ca/groups/#zoomlinks
January 8, 2026 at 4:44 PM