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Join us Tuesday, July 23rd for Shayla’s 25th Drag-Iversary Pride Bingo at the Garrison Brewery – where you’ll find a night of lavish drag performances, dancing - and exciting bingo games with prizes for the winners, a door prize giveaway, and a 50/50 raffle.
Hosting will be the wonderful Shayla Shenanigans as we celebrate her 25th year in Drag. Alongside her will be Anna Mona Pia as co-host, and guest star Shampoo Extravaganza. It’s sure to be an amazing time!
Advance tickets are $15 +fees. Tickets will also be available at the door for $20.
We hope to see you there!
For more information contact Jordan Parker at 902-240-7384 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
A special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor
Kick off the day by joining us for a flag-raising ceremony to commemorate the May 17th International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT). We will proudly raise the progress pride flag and hear from local queer leaders at 12 PM in the Province House courtyard. Let’s centre Queer Joy, to fight Queer hate!
The site is wheelchair-accessible, and all are welcome to attend.
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ACNS invites you to ... The Red Gala!
We're changing our name - and expanding our mission to broader queer health... So 'Come Out' with us on April 20th, 2024, at the Light House Arts Centre to find out more!
This marquee cocktail social event will feature a bar, light aetizers, a silent auction, and variety-show-style performances, all co-hosted by drag performers Rouge Fatale and Deva Station.
It's a semi-formal affair that will celebrate the three-decade legacy of ACNS, and will serve as an introduction to our future. We will unveil name and brand changes to the organization during the night.
Tickets are $95, or you can reserve a table of 10 for $1000. Get your tickets at www.tinyurl.com/ACNSRedGala
For more information contact Jordan Parker at 902-240-7384 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
And ... we invite you to wear something RED!
OTHER SPONSORS INCLUDE:
Tara MacDonald Inc. https://taracmacdonald.com
Nova Scotia Nurses' Union https://www.nsnu.ca
Nova Scotia Teachers Union https://nstu.caNova
Nova Scotia Spirit Co. https://novascotiaspirits.com
Chicago
Drag -Along Spectacular
Tickets at: tinyurl.com/ChicagoDragAlong
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If you would prefer to EFT your performer tips ....
Rouge Fatale, Director -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Cat MacKeigan, Stage Manager -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
ASL Interpreters -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Akira Mayari -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Anna-Mona Pia -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Asylum Jack -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Clarke Kunt -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Crooked Lee -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Deva Station -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Elle Noir -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hannibal Lickeder -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Mark Sizzum -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Proshenna Rett -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Rhett Slutler -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Richard Rockhard -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Shampoo Extravaganza -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Sunny Daye -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Vanity Station -- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
... they greatly appreciate your support.
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ACNS and its staff would like to thank you for your support.
For more information contact Jordan Parker at 902-240-7384 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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A special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor
On Sunday, Dec 3, the AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia will be hosting the 2023 Halifax World AIDS Day Vigil.
This year the Vigil will be both in-person and virtual. To attend either option advance registration is required. The ceremony starts at 2:00pm
The in-person Vigil is being held at the Italian Cultural Center, located at 2629 Agricola Street in Halifax. ASL will be provided. A scent-free policy is in place for this event. The space is accessible and on a bus route, and has street parking.
The virtual aspect of the Vigil will be avialable via Zoom. ASL will be live-streamed as part of the Zoom feed.
ACNS is pleased to announce that Robert Seymour Wright will be the guest speaker at this year's Vigil. Robert is a Social Worker and Sociologist whose 34-year career has spanned the fields of education, child welfare, forensic mental health, trauma, sexual violence, and cultural competence. His pioneering work with colleagues in cultural competence and conducting cultural assessments has received national attention. His extensive pro bono work gave birth to The Peoples' Counselling Clinic, a non-profit mental health clinic, which he serves as the Executive Director. Robert also serves as the acting Executive Director of the African Nova Scotian Justice Institute.
All are welcome to join us as we remember and celebrate the lives of individuals living with HIV/AIDS who have passed away in Nova Scotia. The night will include the Reading of the Names and a candle-lighting ceremony to honour their lives. There will be musical performances, poetry, and more.
The World AIDS Day Vigil is supported by a grant from
Hosting an event to raise funds for the AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia can be easy! Your event can be anything – an aerobics marathon, a stair climb, bake sale, a bowling or golf tournament – or whatever else you can dream up. If you need some assistance, ask us – we have lots of ideas. Contact us today and we can talk more about it.
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To register your event, please contact Chris This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We’ll need your name, and your fundraising idea. In return we’ll offer any help we can give!