With a temporary change in venue (thanks to Pathways to Independence and Club Admin Director Emily) we heard a passionate talk from Eric Hargreaves, Programme Coordinator from SAY (Supporting Alternative Youth) Out Loud (www.sayoutloud.ca).
 
SAY Out Loud is an organization that offers a safe place for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, and questioning youth to connect, seek support, develop new friendships, express themselves, and learn about the LGBTQ community.  The organization hosts weekly support meetings (Tuesdays at 5:30 pm) to help young people, as well as their family members, through a challenging time in their lives.  Respect is essential to this group, and all are welcome.  Most participants range in age from 15 to 20, and Eric is seeing younger teens beginning to seek help and guidance.
 
There is clearly a need for SAY Out Loud in our community, and anyone who wishes to learn more are encouraged to contact Eric at 613.386.1922.