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THE VOICE OF HUMANIST CANADA
YOUR MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Welcome to the June Edition of Humanist Canada’s Newsletter!
🌞 A Season of Reflection, Celebration, and Connection
As summer begins, June invites us to pause, engage, and come together—guided by the values at the heart of Humanist Canada.
This month, we honour National Indigenous History Month, recognizing the histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. We also celebrate Pride Month, standing in solidarity with 2SLGBTQ+ communities and reaffirming our commitment to dignity, equity, and inclusion for all.
Alongside these important observances, we’re thrilled to launch new opportunities for connection—from our upcoming Summer Gathering to a brand-new New Member Orientation series for francophone members. Whether you're a long-standing member or just joining us, we hope to see you there.
Le mois de mai marque un moment idéal pour faire une pause, réfléchir et se reconnecter à ce qui nous rassemble. Dans cette infolettre, nous avons le plaisir de vous proposer la toute nouvelle séance d'orientation pour les membres francophones, ainsi que des nouvelles de nos communautés et des perspectives enrichissantes.
Nous croyons que le dialogue, la curiosité intellectuelle et l'engagement sont au cœur de l'humanisme. Grâce à votre participation active, nous continuons à bâtir un mouvement inclusif et vibrant à l’échelle du pays.
Merci de faire rayonner les valeurs humanistes en français et de contribuer à une société plus libre, plus juste et plus solidaire. Bonne lecture!
– The Humanist Canada Team
☀️ Summer Is Here—Let’s Celebrate Together!
The summer season is officially beginning, and we’re coming together as a community to welcome it with joy, reflection, and connection.
Join us on June 22, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST for Humanist Canada’s Summer Gathering—an uplifting, participatory event created to celebrate the season and connect as a community.
What to Expect:
🌱 Seasonal Reflection – A guided moment to pause and welcome the transition into summer. 🎶 Creative Expressions – Poetry, music, and storytelling from community members. 🌿 Ritual & Connection – A simple, interactive ritual to mark the season together. 💬 Open Mic Sharing – An opportunity for participants to contribute thoughts, poems, or creative offerings.
What to Bring or Prepare:
💜 Something lavender-scented – a candle, hand cream, dried or fresh lavender. 🌞 An object that connects you to the summer season – symbolic, sentimental, or fun!
There’s still time to join us for this seasonal celebration of warmth, creativity, and community.
At Humanist Canada, we proudly celebrate Pride Month and reaffirm our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.
Pride is a time to honour the courage, joy, and resilience of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, to reflect on the ongoing fight for equality, and to amplify voices that have too often been marginalized.
As Humanists, we believe in a society where every individual is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion—regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.
This month, and every month, we stand in solidarity with 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and communities across Canada and beyond.
Happy Pride!
Nouveaux membres : Séance d’orientation
Une nouvelle initiative pour bien démarrer !
Nous lançons une toute nouvelle séance d’orientation en français spécialement conçue pour nos nouveaux membres.
C’est l’occasion idéale de : 🌟 Découvrir Humaniste Canada, ses valeurs et ses activités 🌟 Rencontrer l’équipe et d’autres membres 🌟 Poser vos questions et en apprendre plus sur les façons de s’impliquer
Les séances d’orientation auront lieu une fois par mois, chaque troisième mardi du mois.
The month of June marks National Indigenous History Month in Canada, where the culturally rich traditions and complex histories of the country’s First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people are remembered, honoured, and celebrated.
Indigenous communities have lived on this land since time immemorial, and their presence continues to shape and enrich the evolving story of Canada.
At Humanist Canada, we believe that everyone deserves to live in a society grounded in respect, dignity, and justice. Reconciliation begins with awareness and continues with action.
If you would like to know a few ideas of how you can get involved and show your support, we encourage you to visit the Government of Canada’s National Indigenous History Month page for learning resources, suggested actions, and ways to honour this important month.
The Voice of Canadian Humanist Podcast
🎧 As we honour Indigenous histories and futures this month, we're revisiting an important conversation about reclaiming land, sovereignty, and justice.
In this powerful episode, our host Derek Forgie sits down with scholar Riley Yesno to explore the meaning and impact of the Land Back movement.
Tune in now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or by clicking the link below to hear the full conversation.
This month, our members had the chance to connect several times through our Members Connect gatherings—an open and welcoming space to share ideas, explore topics related to Humanism, and get to know one another on a deeper level.
From meaningful conversations about how humanist values show up in our everyday lives to lighthearted moments of connection, each session was a reminder of the power of community.
💬 Do you have a topic you’d love to share or discuss with fellow members? We’d love to hear from you!
👉 Login to the Member portal to access upcoming sessions and join the conversation. Members Connect sessions are scheduled every Thursday at 6 PM EST.
⏰ Can’t attend the current session times? We’re open to organizing additional sessions on days and times that work best for you!
📋 Please take a moment to fill out this short survey to share your availability and help us schedule a session that works for more members.
Let’s keep building a vibrant, connected Humanist community—together.
Choice Chat
🎧 Choice Chat is more than a podcast — it’s a platform for informed, compassionate, and courageous conversations about abortion, reproductive rights, and sexual health.
It emerged from a pressing need to counter misinformation, challenge stigma, and create a Humanist space where people can talk about their reproductive lives with honesty and dignity.
🎙️ The first episode will be available soon on Spotify and Apple Podcast—stay tuned!
Your membership, volunteer efforts, and financial support help us advance reason, compassion, and secular values across Canada. Every contribution strengthens our work in advocacy, education, and community building.
Be part of a growing community that champions reason, compassion, and secular values in Canada. As a member of Humanist Canada, you’ll gain access to exclusive events, resources, and advocacy efforts that promote humanist values nationwide.
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