When interests collide: Pride began as a means to push for gay rights, as well as for acceptance. But today, the parade, the activism, the symbols, flags, and the messaging has become increasingly focused on trans activism. Lesbians are being told they must accept men as potential partners; kids are being taught that boys can be girls and girls can be boys; we are seeing adult entertainment offered to kids in the form of Drag Queen Story Hours and more; and women's safety, interests, and rights have been pushed entirely to the wayside. We all want to support equal rights, safety, and acceptance for gay men and lesbians, but adding the "T" to the rainbow has created a conflict of interest and potential harm for women and kids.

Join Vancouver Island Speaks! on Saturday, June 8th to discuss modern LGBTQI+ activism and the potential conflicts or even harms caused by trans activism.

This event will feature a panel discussion followed by a Q&A.

Time: Doors at 6:00PM, event runs from 6:30-8:30 PM.

Location: The Cowichan Community Centre (Heritage Hall) — 2687 James St, Duncan, B.C.

Tickets by donation or sliding scale at the door (cash only!) starting at $5. We want this event to be affordable and accessible to all, but are also trying to cover the cost of the venue rental so super appreciate anything beyond $5.00, in the form of an added donation, if you can manage it. This can either be done via the ticketing site, when you purchase your ticket, with cash at the door, or via PayPal: [email protected]

Please arrive by 6:00PM to ensure we can start on time at 6:30PM. Anyone who is disruptive during the event will be removed immediately — no second chances.

Bags will be checked at the door — no masks, no posters, no noise makers, no weapons, no banners, no sticks.

Anyone who is disruptive will be removed immediately, no warnings, no second chances.

Panelists include:

Bryony Dixon is a British born single mother, cancelled from her role as Artistic Managing Producer of the Nanaimo Fringe Festival for her views on gender. She remains committed to championing free expression – particularly addressing taboo subjects having a fundamental impact on our social fabric – in her new role with US think tank, Environmental Progress.

Meghan Murphy is a Canadian writer and podcaster. She founded Feminist Current in 2012 and is the host of The Same Drugs. Meghan testified against Bill C-16, Canada's gender identity legislation, in 2017, and was among the first to speak out against gender identity ideology in Canada. She is a fierce advocate for women, free speech, and the constitutional rights of Canadians.

And guests!

Contact us: [email protected]