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What is RAYE?

The Rainbow Alliance for Youth in Edmonton is a collaborative network made up of service providers, community agencies, and organizations dedicated to improving the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth in the Edmonton area. We focus on breaking down barriers and amplifying the voices and lived experiences of youth with intersecting identities.

The Queer Access Navigator helps connect youth with 2SLGBTQIA+ programs and support in Edmonton, making sure their experiences are heard and that they get the resources they need—especially if you face extra challenges.

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Rainbow Alliance for Youth Edmonton Conference 2026: Building a Resilient Network of Care

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 9 AM -  5 PM, Stanley Milner Library | Free to attend

Build professional capacity, resilience, and evidence-informed practice for serving 2SLGBTQIA+ youth in complex systems. For Frontline youth workers, social workers, counselors, program managers, health professionals, nonprofit leaders.

Register

 Creating a stronger Edmonton for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, together.

For youth 

 list of questions 2SLGBTQ+ youth may have

image of Kiana with contact information and a QR code to book an introduction meeting

Kiana (she/her) helps connect youth with queer programs and support in Edmonton, making sure your experiences are heard and that you get the resources you need - especially if you face extra challenges

  1. Book an introduction meeting to chat about the areas you need support. We can meet wherever is easiest for you.
  2. Learn about programs and organizations in the city that can help, and we can create a plan together.
  3. Let’s go! I’ll cover transportation costs and come along to support you in accessing the care you need.
Book an Appointment

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We want to hear from 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Edmonton!

The survey takes 5-10 minutes. You matter and we would love to learn from you!

Share your experiences!

For Organizations: Join RAYE!

Join us in strengthening support for queer and trans youth by collaborating with RAYE—help identify community needs and co-create meaningful resources, events, and connections. 

Network Membership - Stay informed and connected

Are you actively supporting 2SLGBTQ+ youth? Whether you're a service provider, advocate, educator, or youth worker: inquire to join our Network Membership.

Committee Membership - Help shape the work 

If you’re ready to take a more active role in guiding RAYE’s work, consider becoming a Committee Member. You will participate in regular meetings and guide RAYE’s strategy. 

Contact:

Sylvia Douglas, RAYE Organizer
rayeorg@ualberta.ca

 

Rainbow Pages

The Rainbow Pages is a resource guide developed by The Family Centre of Northern Alberta to provide Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer+ (LGBTQ+) youth and the youth-serving community with a consolidated guide of support available in Edmonton.

Rainbow Pages

 

Contact us

rayeorg@ualberta.ca - Sylvia Douglas (they/she), RAYE Organizer

rayenav@ualberta.ca - Kiana Chouinard (she/her), Queer Access Navigator