Events in Grand River Rainbow Communities: 1995

Events in Grand River Rainbow Communities

1995

1995, January * Pink Triangle Community Calendar

This issue of the revived Pink Triangle Community Calendar consisted of 4 pages. The header (p.1) stated: “January 1995. Pink Triangle Community Calendar. A publication from GLLOW, serving the lesbian/gay/transgendered communities of Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge.” This issue began with three news notes. The first news note read: “Welcome all students new and old to school. All Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual people and those that are supportive are encouraged to attend any of the GLLOW sponsored events.” The second news note read: “CKWBL starts regular meetings next month. The meetings are to be held in a new location. Please phone ###-#### for more information.” The third news note read: “GLLOW has changed its relationship with the Federation of Students. We will be experimenting over this term with becoming a Federation Service. This effectively increases our budget.” This was followed by a listing of events, local organizations, bookstores, radio shows, films of interest that were being shown locally, and bars.
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue.]

1995, January * Project Angel (The Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial, Cambridge): Public Forum

On p.2 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “January ... - None of the those opposed attended a public forum for ‘Project Angel’ (The Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial) in Cambridge.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.2.]

1995, January * The Other Side Club (Cambridge) Closed

In 1993 Rick Lethbridge and Mark Jordan opened The Other Side Club on Dickson Street in Cambridge; the club ran until early 1995. It was a dance bar with monthly live entertainment events such as Open Mind (a popular folk/rock duo of the time), Rita Chiarelli (blues artist), Carrie Chestnutt (sax and vocalist), female impersonation artists and many more. The bar was famous for its free nightly buffet. When the bar closed, missing the community involvement, Rick and Mark started Outlook Magazine.
[source: Rick Lethbridge and Karen Ferguson.]

On p.2 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “January ... - ‘The Other Side Club’ in Cambridge closes it's doors with a great farewell performance with Rita Chiarelli.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.2.]

1995, January 8 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Snow Football

“Sunday, January 8: Snow Football (A WOODS sponsored event. All women welcome.) 2:30 pm. For more information please phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 10 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: What Do I Want in My Relationships with Other People

“Tuesday, January 10: GLLOW Discussion Group (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people welcome). What do I want in my relationships with other people. [How important are friendships to me? Love relationships? What am I willing to do to make my relationships work?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 11 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Welcome Back! What I Did on my Holidays

“Wednesday, January 11: Coming-Out Discussion Group (All people who are dealing with the issues of coming out are welcome) Welcome Back! What I did on my holidays UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 11 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, January 11: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event. All women are welcome) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 11 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, January 11: “GLLOWNight (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people are welcome). An informal social evening. Come and meet old friends and make new ones. UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 12 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

“Princess Cinema (Waterloo) Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (Jan. 12 7:30 pm)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, January 13 (Friday) * Q. Eng: Q. Eng Gathering

“Friday, January 13: Q.Eng Gathering. For more information phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 17 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: How Do We Develop an Intimate Relationship?

“Tuesday, January 17: GLLOW Discussion Group How do we develop an intimate relationship? [How long do I wait before expressing an interest in a relationship? What kinds of problems have I found in the beginning of an intimate relationship? How can I avoid these problems?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, pp.1-2.]

1995, January 18 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Coming Out to Yourself

“Wednesday, January 18: Coming-Out Discussion Group, Coming Out to Yourself. UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 18 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, January 18: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 18 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, January 18: “GLLOWNight Note a room change this week only! UW, Humanities Building, Rm 334. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 22 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Tobogganing

“Sunday, January 22: Tobogganing (A WOODS sponsored event) For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 24 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Growing Up LesBiGay

“Tuesday, January 24: GLLOW Discussion Group: Growing Up LesBiGay. [Was I aware of special feelings for members of the same sex at an early age? How did I feel about it? Could I talk to anyone about it? Did I act on my feelings?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 25 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Coming Out to Others

“Wednesday, January 25: Coming-Out Discussion Group Coming Out to Others. UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 25 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, January 25: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 25 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, January 25: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 31 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Jealousy: Homosexuality and the Fourth Deadly Sin

“Tuesday, January 31: GLLOW Discussion Group: Jealousy: Homosexuality and the Fourth Deadly Sin. [What is jealousy? Have I experienced jealousy? How did I feel about it? Do people in the LesBiGay community have special problems with jealousy?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.?.]

1995, February * Pink Triangle Community Calendar

This issue of the revived Pink Triangle Community Calendar consisted of 4 pages. The header (p.1) stated: “February 1995. Pink Triangle Community Calendar. A publication from GLLOW, serving the lesbian/gay/transgendered communities of Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge.” This issue began with five news notes. The first news note read: “CKWBL starts regular meetings this month. The meetings are to be held in a new location. Please phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number] for more information.” The second news note read: “GLLOW has changed its relationship with the Federation of Students. We have a new coordinator: Kelly Henson. If you have any concerns his office hours are Fridays from 2-3 pm in the Federation of Students offices.” The third news note read: “The GLLOW office has been moved from its traditional space in the Campus Centre to a location in the Federation of Students offices. The resources are in storage until completion of the construction at the Campus Centre.” The fourth news note read: “There are a couple of new groups being formed on campus to cater to the LesBiGay population. 'Q-Math' a group for the LesBiGay Students in the Math Faculty is being organized. For more information on this group please email: #####@#####. A new social-sport group is forming as well. Planned events include volleyball, Hikes etc. If you are interested discussions are being held during the current GLLOWNights.” The fifth news note read: “Just for your information, there are a couple of plays in Toronto. Timothy Findley's The Stillborn Lover at Theatre Passe Muraille (###) ###-####. Brad Frazer's Poor Super man The Canadian Stage Co. (###) ###-####.” This was followed by a listing of events, local organizations, bookstores, radio shows, films of interest that were being shown locally, and bars.
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue.]

1995, February 1 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Gaydar... Can You Really Tell?

“Wednesday, February 1: Coming-Out Discussion Group (All people who are dealing with the issues of coming out are welcome) Gaydar... can you really tell? UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, February 1 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, February 1: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event. All women are welcome) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, February 1 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, February 1: “GLLOWNight (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people are welcome). An informal social evening. Come and meet old friends and make new ones. UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, February 3 (Friday) * Imprint - NEWS: Fighting Homophobia

Fighting Homophobia. This news report by Tasha Lackman (Imprint staff) began “Last Monday, Wilfrid Laurier University began the first annual poster and button campaign around their campus. There have been incidents of harrassment, assault and death threats over years.” The Vice President of University Affairs at WLU Scott McCormick reported that the backlash had been very strong, noting that posters were being torn down or defaced with homophobic slurs. He noted, however, that there had also been some very positive feedback as well. The article went on to say that “The Gays Lesbians or Bisexuals at Laurier (GLOBAL) has not been active this year because no one wanted to be part of the executive, concerned about the harrassment that they might face being in the public view. Jim Parrott of the Gay and Lesbian Liberation of Waterloo (GLLOW) said that there are about 6 WLU students who come to their meetings regularly.” Parrott also added that the homophobia at WLU was far worse than at UW.
[source: Imprint, Vol.17, No. 25, 1995, February (Friday), "NEWS", p.3]

1995, February 4 (Saturday) - February 5 (Sunday) * Princess Cinema: Interview with a Vampire

“Princess Cinema (Waterloo) Interview with a Vampire (Sat. Feb. 4,5)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, February 5 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Swimming

“Sunday, February 5: Swimming (A WOODS sponsored event. All women welcome.) 11:00 am. For more information please phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 6 (Monday) * Cambridge Kitchener-Waterloo Bisexual Liberation: Bisexual Discussion Group

“Monday, February 6: CKWBL Discussion group. New Location. For more information phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 7 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Being Out at Work & School

“Tuesday, February 7: GLLOW Discussion Group (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people welcome). Being out at work & school [Am I out at Work or School? If so, how do I feel about it? If not, how do I feel about the prospect of being out? How do I decide?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 8 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: The Valentine's Day “Blues”

“Wednesday, February 8: Coming-Out Discussion Group, The Valentine's Day ‘Blues’ UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 8 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, February 8: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 8 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, February 8: “GLLOWNight. There will be an all candidates forum for the upcoming Federation of Students Election. UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 10 (Friday) - February 12 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Annual Ski Weekend

“Weekend of February 10-12: Annual Ski Weekend (A WOODS Sponsored Event.) RSVP approx. cost of $50. For more information please phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 14 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Show and Tell: Things I Find Attractive in Other People

“Tuesday, February 14: GLLOW Discussion Group: Show and Tell: things I find attractive in other people. [What do I find physically, emotionally, and intellectually attractive in other people? How important is this? Why?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 15 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Dealing with Crushes

“Wednesday, February 15: Coming-Out Discussion Group Dealing with Crushes. UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 15 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, February 15: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 15 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, February 15: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 19 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Planning Meeting

“Sunday, February 19: Planning meeting (A WOODS event) Events for March/April and business. 3:00 pm. Phone ###-### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 21 (Tuesday) * Rainbow List

The first message was sent on the newly created Rainbow List. The listserv, which started as a GLLOW email list, eventually became a forum for the queer community of K-W and area, with Jim Parrott as moderator. A few years later it was managed by the Regional Pride Committee with Jim continuing as Moderator. Jim later stepped back, to take a break from some rather ferocious flame wars that had erupted, and the role of Moderator was taken by various individuals. In early the 2000s Jim Parrott took on the role again after it fell empty.
[source: Jim Parrott.]

1995, February 21 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Sports and LesBiGays

“Tuesday, February 21: GLLOW Discussion Group: Sports and LesBiGays. [Did I enjoy sports when I was growing up? If so, what kinds? Why? What about now? Are sports homophobic or homo-friendly environments?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 22 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Homophobia, Heterophobia & Biphobia

“Wednesday, February 22: Coming-Out Discussion Group, Homophobia, Heterophobia & Biphobia. UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 22 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, February 22: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 22 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNights

Wednesday, February 22: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 24 (Friday) - March 1 (Wednesday) * Princess Cinema: Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle

Princess Cinema (Waterloo) “Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle (Feb 24-Mar 1)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, February 26 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Movie Night

“Sunday, February 26: Movie Night (A WOODS sponsored event.) RSVP by Feb. 24. For more information please phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.3.]

1995, February 28 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: How I Prefer to Meet Other People

“Tuesday, February 28: GLLOW Discussion Group: How I prefer to meet other people. [Where do I prefer to meet people? How quickly do I want a relationship to develop? Am I looking in the right places for the kind of relationships I want?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.3.]

1995, March * Pink Triangle Community Calendar

This issue of the revived Pink Triangle Community Calendar consisted of 4 pages. The header (p.1) stated: “March 1995. Pink Triangle Community Calendar. A publication from GLLOW, serving the lesbian/gay/transgendered communities of Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge.” This issue began with four news notes. The first news note read: “BGLAD Bisexual Gay Lesbian Awareness Days are coming up. Watch for posters, articles in the Imprint, etc. Wednesday March 22 will be a special Social Night with invites going out to the university community.” The second news note read: “International Womyn's Week is March 5-12. There are a large number of events planned for the area. For more information phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].” The third news note read: “A GLLOW sponsored Volleyball Night is in the works. When a location and time have been finanlized, the phoneline at ###-#### [the GLLOW number] will be carrying information or find out about the night at any other GLLOW sponsored event.” The fourth news note read: “Svend Robinson will be visiting the University of Waterloo on Friday March 17. For information contact Julie Cole @ 885-1211 x####.” This last news note contained an unfortunate misprint: the date should have read Thursday March 16. In all copies distributed to the public, this error was corrected in a handwritten addendum written in the left-hand margin perpendicular to the text, and reading: “S.R. at AL113 Mar. 16 Thursday: Living and Dying with Dignity. noon to 1:00 pm.” This was followed by a listing of events, local organizations, bookstores, radio shows, films of interest that were being shown locally, and bars.
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue.]

1995, March 1 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Politics and Sexuality: How Out is Out?

Wednesday, March 1: “Coming-Out Discussion Group (All people who are dealing with the issues of coming out are welcome) Politics and Sexuality: How Out is Out? UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, March 1 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, March 1: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event. All women welcome) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, March 1 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, March 1: “GLLOWNight (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people are welcome). An informal social evening. Come and meet old friends and make new ones. UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, March 3 (Friday) - March 4 (Saturday) * Princess Cinema: Pret-a-Porter

“Princess Cinema (Waterloo) Pret-a-Porter (March 3, 4)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, March 5 (Sunday) * Princess Cinema: Interview with the Vampire

Princess Cinema (Waterloo) “Interview with the Vampire (March 5)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, March 7 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Issues in Outing: The Shattered Closet Door

“Tuesday, March 7: GLLOW Discussion Group (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people welcome). Issues in Outing: The Shattered Closet Door. [What is Outing? Is it right to let the public know about a public figures homosexuality? Would you want to be outed?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, March 8 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Are You a Feminist?

“Wednesday, March 8: Coming-Out Discussion Group, Are You a Feminist? UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, March 8 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, March 8: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 8 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, March 8: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 9 (Thursday) * The Record: Mayor censured on gay rights

“HAMILTON Mayor censured on gay rights.” This brief news item reports that “Hamilton Mayor Bob Morrow discriminated against homosexuals by refusing to proclaim Gay Pride Week four years ago, an Ontario Human Rights tribunal has ruled.” The ruling cited discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation.
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Thursday, March 9, 1995; page not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, March.]

1995, March 9 (Thursday) * International Women's Week, Waterloo: Screening of Out

“Thursday, March 9: Film Out - NFB Flim on gay & lesbian youth in Canada. As part of International Womyn's Week, this film is being shown at UW, Davis Centre 1301. 11:30 am.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 10 (Friday) * Women's Issues Committee (Waterloo): Women's Coffee House

“Friday, March 10: Women's Coffee House, 'Wine Women and Song' - a fundraiser for local Women's shelters featuring local women artists and musicians. Huether Hotel (Upstairs, King & Princess Street), Waterloo. Admission - $5.00. For information call Women's Issues Committee @ ###-####.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 14 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Dealing With Crushes and Infatuation

“Tuesday, March 14: GLLOW Discussion Group: Dealing With Crushes and Infatuation. [What do you as a LesBiGay person do about Crushes on people who are LesBiGay? are not LesBiGay? What are the consequences of acting on crushes?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 15 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Hometowns -- Where We Come From

“Wednesday, March 15: Coming-Out Discussion Group Hometowns -- Where We Come From. UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 15 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, March 15: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 15 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, March 15: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 16 (Thursday) * The Record: Rights groups seek local Gay Pride Day

“Rights groups seek local Gay Pride Day” An article by Barbara Aggerholm (Record staff) reported that, in the aftermath of the recent censure of the Mayor of Hamilton for his actions four years earlier, the Waterloo Region Alliance for Equal Rights (WRAER) would be asking Waterloo Regional Council to proclaim a Gay Pride Day in June. Caitlin Glasson, a WRAER spokesperson, explained that this would help acknowledge the presence of the gay community in Waterloo Region. Lyn McGinnis of the Cambridge, Kitchener-Waterloo Bisexual Liberation (CKWBL) group indicated that CKWBL would support this request. McGinnis felt that this would help breakdown the invisibility of sexual minorities.
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Thursday, March 16, 1995; pp. A1-A2. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, March.]

1995, March 19 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Planning Meeting

“Sunday, March 19: Planning Meeting (A WOODS event) Events for March/April and business. 3:00 pm. Phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 21 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Sex For Sale: Homosexuality and the Sex Trades

“Tuesday, March 21: GLLOW Discussion Group: Sex For Sale: Homosexuality and the Sex Trades. [How do you feel about working in the Sex Trades as a LesBiGay? What do you think about using the services offered by the Sex Trades?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 22 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: How Do I Meet People?

“Wednesday, March 22: Coming-Out Discussion Group, How do I meet People? UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 22 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, March 22: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 22 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, March 22: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 23 (Thursday) * K-W Record: AIDS tests to omit identities

AIDS tests to omit identities. This news article began “Anonymous AIDS testing will be provided by the Waterloo public health unit starting next month.” The article also said “Previously, local residents had to travel to London or Hamilton for access to anonymous testing.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, March 23 (Thursday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, March 23 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert

Princess Cinema (Waterloo) “The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert (March 23)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, March 24 (Friday) * The Record: Ontario's Human Rights Commission has run amok

“Ontario's Human Rights Commission has run amok” In an piece headed “SECOND OPINION”, William T. Mead (a retired chartered accountant in Wilmot Township) takes issue with the recent decision by a tribunal of the Ontario Human Rights Commission against the Mayor of Hamilton for refusing to proclaim a Gay Pride Day four years previously. Read believes that declaring a Gay Pride Day would suggest approval of the activities of the sposoring group - and that this would be an affront to “decent” members of the public.
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Friday, March 24, 1995; page not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, March.]

1995, March 25 (Saturday) * The Record: Ignorance shown

“Ignorance shown” In a letter to the Editor, Allison McLennan of Guelph refutes a March 21 letter to the Editor by Edna Martin in which Martin speaks against the need for Gay Pride Week, and also suggests that the AIDS pandemic is a problem solely of the gay community.
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Saturday, March 25, 1995; page not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, March.]

1995, March 25 (Saturday) * Guelph Women's Events Committee: Women's Dance

“Saturday, March 25: Women's Dance. United Electrical Workers Hall, 611 Silvercreek Pkwy N., Guelph. (Guelph Women's Events Committee @ ###-####)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 28 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Models for Relationships

“Tuesday, March 28: GLLOW Discussion Group: Models for Relationships. [What models are there for same-sex couples to use? Should we invent our own?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 29 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: The White Picket Fence

“Wednesday, March 29: Coming-Out Discussion Group, The White Picket Fence UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 29 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, March 29: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.3.]

1995, March 29 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, March 29: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.3.]

1995, March 29 (Wednesday) * The Waterloo Chronicle: How about a "Proud of our Differences Day"?

“How about a "Proud of our Differences Day"?” In a letter to the Editor, Ross Hartbridge (Kitchener) argues that there is no need for a Gay Pride Day. As part of his argument, he asserts that gay people have chosen to be gay. He proposes instead a day in which all people can celebrate their differences.
[source: The Waterloo Chronicle, Wednesday, March 29, 1995; page not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, March.]

1995, March 31 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Heavenly Creatures

Princess Cinema (Waterloo) “Heavenly Creatures (March 31)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, Spring * GLLOW Becomes a UW Feds Service

A GLLOW member approaches the Feds about having GLLOW changed from being a student club to a Federation of Students service on a provisional basis. In September, GLLOW is ratified as a service. The group then receives a regular budget for the phone bill and other expenses. Membership and membership lists are no longer necessary.
[source: Nigel Flear.]

1995, April * Club Renaissance: Carole Pope Concert

On p.2 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “April ... - ‘Go Boy Productions’ brings Carol Pope to Kitchener's Club Renaissance where she wows the full capacity crowd.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.2.]

1995, April (date not given) * K-W Record: Here's why we need Gay Pride

Here's why we need Gay Pride. This article was printed in the Second Opinion section, and written by Dave Grant, identifying himself as “a member of the Waterloo Region Pride Day committee and co-chair of Project Angel — Waterloo Region memorial AIDS committee.” In this article Grant was responding to the many letters demonizing the rainbow community after there had been a request to have the Region of Waterloo proclaim Pride Day. He singled out a letter of Harlod Ghent (Ayr) published April 3, in which the latter stated that the only purpose of queer activists was “recruitment for, and the promotion of, the homosexual lifestyle ” Grant responds that it is in fact heterosexuals who are intent on recruitment. Grant also says that “letters that attribute the spread of AIDS to the gay community were written out of ignorance and fear.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, April (date not given), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, April 4 (Tuesday) * The Record: It's not sexuality

“It's not sexuality” In a letter to the Editor, Mark Godglick (Waterloo) objects to the notion that a Gay Pride Day might be proclaimed locally. He appeared to under the impression that citizens might be “forced to observe or pay for any special interest group's activities that might be found offensive.”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Tuesday, April 4, 1995; page not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, April.]

1995, April 4 (Tuesday) * The Record: Minority rules

“Minority rules” In a letter to the Editor, Legh Jackson (Etobicoke) agrees with William T. Mead in objecting to the censure by the Ontario Human Rights Commission of the Mayor of Hamilton. Jackson goes on to say “Mead is right to denounce this political correctness as undemocratic.”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Tuesday, April 4, 1995; page not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, April.]

1995, April 7 (Friday) * The Record: Local gay event will be dignified

“Local gay event will be dignified” In a letter to the Editor, Caitlin Glasson (Pride Day of Waterloo Region Committee, Waterloo) corrects misunderstandings “surrounding the funding and nature of the planned Gay Pride events of Waterloo Region.” She points out that no public funding will be used, and also that the event will be “dignified, quite, positive and local.“
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Friday, April 7, 1995; page not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, April.]

1995, April 20 (Thursday) * The Record: It is better to end all free proclamations

“It is better to end all free proclamations” In an Editorial, the newspaper advises Waterloo Region Chairman, Ken Seiling, that the best way out of the political problems associated with proclaiming Gay Pride Day in June is to take the step of ending all proclamations of this nature. The Editorial includes the following sentence; “Do councils have to say yes to every group, no matter how contentious?”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Thursday, April 20, 1995; p.A6. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, March.]

1995, April 20 (Thursday) * The Record: Regional councillors called 'gutless' on Gay Pride issue

“Regional councillors called 'gutless' on Gay Pride issue” An article by Carol Goodwin and Barbara Aggerhom (Record staff), reports that Larry Batista (President of the Waterloo Regional Labor Council) was deeply upset that Regional Council did not proclaim a day of mourning for worker killed or injured on the job, because Council decided to suspend all proclamations due to the Gay Pride Day issue. Batista is quoted saying “Council shows an incredible lack of concern. Gay Pride should have a proclamation, too. People have to get used to the idea of different sexual preferences which are as normal as heterosexual ones.” Caitlin Glasson (Waterloo Region Alliance for Equal Rights) indicated that she was also unhappy, but indicated that “a committee working on Gay Pride Day will continue to plan activities for June 28.” She also hoped that proclamations would return “at which time the group will seek the recognition of Gay Pride Day June 28.” Ken Seiling indicated that he did not consider that the decision of Regional Council was disciminatory.
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Thursday, April 20, 1995; pp.A1-A2. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, April.]

1995, April 20 (Thursday) * K-W Record: Local HIV treatment falls short, report says

Local HIV treatment falls short, report says. This article was written by Beth Gallagher and began: “Waterloo Region needs a specialized care clinic to treat people who test positive for HIV, an AIDS report states. The report also urges the District Health Council (DHC) to support preventive programs, such as condom distribution in the schools and a needle exchange program, when they arise locally.” The article goes on to describe how serious the problem is: “In terms of specialized care, Patrick Cupido, the executive director of the AIDS Committee of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo and Area, said local people are travelling to London and Hamilton to get treatment.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, April 20 (Thursday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, April 22 (Saturday) * The Record: Preserve special weeks, charities say

“Preserve special weeks, charities say” In a report, Barbara Aggerhom (Record staff) reports that representatives of several local charities supported the return of proclamation of special days; in addition, she indicates that the following groups also supported the proclamation of Gay Pride Day: Race Relations Committee of K-W, and Planned Parenthood.
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Saturday, April 22, 1995; p.A6. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, April.]

1995, April 25 (Tuesday) * The Record: Gay antics deserve no respect

“Gay antics deserve no respect” In an letter to the Editor, Edwin M. Stanson (Waterloo) begins by stating that he accepts homosexuals as part of the human family. His main point follows: “I suggest that David Grant, author of an April 15 Second Opinion Column in defence of Gay Pride, has a moral duty to help set a standard of common decency and slap down the lunatic fringe of bully boys with their animal antics who seem to dominate gay parades.”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Tuesday, April 25, 1995; paging not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, April.]

1995, April 25 (Wednesday) * The Record: Gays won't quit their whining

“Gays won't quit their whining” In an letter to the Editor, Brian Morrison (Guelph) responds to the piece by David Grant in the Second Opinion column on April 15 (Saturday). Morrison states that “There isn't, never was, never will be, any reason to be proud of homosexual activity and yet Grant wants to parade this unhappy orientation before your children and grandchildren.”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Wednesday, April 26, 1995; p.A10. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, April.]

1995, April 28 (Friday) * The Record: Region won't budge on proclamation issue

“Region won't budge on proclamation issue” John Roe (Record staff) reports that angry criticism by Mike Finn (Waterloo Region Labor Council) on Thursday “failed to budge Waterloo regional council from its decision to temporarily stop making civic proclamations.” Roe refers to the fact that regional council took the step of waiting for advice from legal counsel in order to forestall an intended request for a Gay Pride Day from the Waterloo Region Alliance for Equal Rights. The article goes on to say that “Waterloo Mayor Brian Turnbull said his city is also getting legal advice on issuing proclamations.”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Friday, April 28, 1995; p.B1-B2. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, April.]

1995, April 29 (Saturday) * The Record: Proclamation rules proposed

“Proclamation rules proposed” This article (subtitled “Councillor's motion defines eligible groups, issues”) begins by stating that “Waterloo, Kitchener and Cambridge city councils are all set to deal with the thorny issue of civic proclamations.” It goes on to say that, although Kitchener and Cambridge are still at the stage of discussion, Waterloo City Councillor, Mike Connolly, will be presenting a motion to Waterloo City Council to the effect that “all future proclamations would be limited to charitable organizations, health associations, volunteers and environmental matters.” The article continues by saying that “if there is no agreement on a restrictive list, Connelly is proposing the city do away with all proclamations entirely.” Cait Glasson, spokeswoman for the Waterloo Region Alliance for Equal Rights, indicated that if regional council bans future proclamations, WRAER would like “attend a meeting to present information about its Gay Pride Day events in June”, adding that “We want to work towards equal rights and I don't think that has to be confrontational.”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Saturday, April 29, 1995; paging not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, April.]

1995, April 29 (Saturday) * The Record: Abusing the Bible

“Abusing the Bible” This article by Rev. Maureen Q. Thitchener (Waterloo County Unitarian Fellowship) in the INSIGHT section is sub-titled “ Religion has been used to condemn homosexuality and that is wrong” After dismissing several passages in the Old Testament often used as a basis for discriminating against homosexuals, the author concludes “Let's be honest enough to confront our own bigotries that may be Bible-based and let's be knowledgeable enough to know they are all gross misinterpretations, and brave enough to say so to those who confront us.”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Saturday, April 29, 1995; paging no known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, April.]

1995, May 2 (Tuesday) * The Record: Porn hasn't merit

“Porn hasn't merit” In this letter to the Editor, anti-gay crusader (and all-round crackpot) Erika Kubassek (Cambridge) begins by describing the art of Eli Langer as “kiddie-porn ” and takes issue with a recent Ontario Court ruling that Langer's art had merit. Kubassek goes on to say “With Bill C41 pending, which will amend the Human Rights Code to include sexual orientation, pedophilia might be the next form of sexual orientation to be decriminalized.”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Friday, May 2, 1995; paging not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, May.]

1995, May 2 (Tuesday) * The Record: Council decides proclamations are too much trouble

“Council decides proclamations are too much trouble” This report by Philip Jalsevac (Record staff) begins by saying “In what may be a first in Ontario, the City of Waterloo has decided to get out of the proclamation business and will no longer declare any special days or weeks for any community group or cause.” The article also states that “Mayor Brian Turnbull said in an interview he believes most councillors are concerned about complaints from controversial groups involved in issues such as those relating to sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin or religion.” The author also reports that Waterloo Regional council “has imposed a moratorium on proclamations until it receives a legal opinion.” and that Kitchener council will be discussing proclamations at its May 8 meeting. The article also notes that “In Cambridge, Mayor Jane Brewer has called for a moratorium on proclamations.”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Friday, May 2, 1995; paging not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, May.]

1995, May 2 (Tuesday) * The Record: Shows Diversity

“Shows Diversity” In this letter to the Editor, Brian Valenta (RR1, St. Clements) responds to Dave Grant's Second Opinion column advocating for a Gay Pride Day. Valenta states, among other things, that “I have a problem with officially sanctioning one group over another. How about Pedophile Awareness Day? Imagine the cry of outrage if we declared Straight WASP Male Appreciation Day. ”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Friday, May 2, 1995; paging not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, May.]

1995, May 2 (Tuesday) * The Record: Gay Pride is all about tolerance

“Gay Pride is all about tolerance” This article by reporter Rose Simone consists primarily of an interview with 29-year-old Caitlin Glasson (a spokesperson for the Waterloo Regional Alliance for Equal Rights). Glasson, who identfied as lesbian, points out that all that she and many in the gay/lesbian community want is the same rights that heteroexuals have. In reference to the recent decision of the Ontario Human Rights Commission to censure the Mayor of Hamilton over his refusal to proclaim a gay pride day, Glasson points out that human rights legislation is there to protect the rights of all persons. The article closes with the following statement: “The councillors are behaving like intolerant cowards, and if they think this will save them politically, they are fooling no one but themselves.”
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, Friday, May 2, 1995; paging not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, May.]

1995, May 3 (Wednesday) * Waterloo Chronicle: Council vows not to proclaim

“Council vows not to proclaim” This article by Tom Brockelbank (Chronicle staff) reports on the decision taken at the Monday (May 1) meeting of Waterloo City Council to stop making proclamations - based on legal advice and recent events concerning the possibility of requests that various city and regional councils might be ask to proclaim a Gay Pride day or week.
[source: Waterlooi Chronicle, Wednesday, May 3, 1995; paging not known. The full text is found in a news clipping that is in the Grace Schmidt Room at the Kitchener Public Library in a file folder entitled "Local Pride Lead-Up - News Clippings - 1995, May.]

1995, May 25 (Thursday) * Kitchener Won't Proclaim Pride Week

The Record refers to the fact that earlier in the year the Mayor of Hamilton had been fined by an Ontario Human Rights tribunal for refusing to proclaim Gay Pride Week four years earlier, in 1991. The Record goes on to say that, because the Waterloo Region Alliance for Equal Rights had publicly stated that it planned to make a similar request, Kitchener City Council decided to stop making any proclamations at all, as Waterloo City Council had already done.
[source: The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, May 26, 1995 Friday Final Edition; article entitled: Region won't proclaim special events.]

1995, June 3 (Saturday) * GLLOW Website Moves

GLLOW opens an account on the Computer Science Club's server, Calum. The GLLOW web site is moved to Calum because its web server is much faster than the university-run Watserv1 server. The GLLOW uri changes from http://www.watserv1.uwaterloo.ca/~gllow to http://www.calum.csclub.uwaterloo.ca/clubs/gllow in November when the site goes live.
[source: Nigel Flear.]

1995, June 8 (Thursday) * K-W Record: Zeal blocks facts

Zeal blocks facts. This letter to the Editor by Patrick Cupido (ACCKWA Exectuive Director) took issue with an Insight article by REAL Women's Judy Anderson ("Children Sacrificed in the Name of Tolerance") that depicted gays as pedophiles. He went on to say that “More disturbing is Anderson's attempt to paint safer sex education aimed at young gay men as pedophila.” He pointed out that the young men shown in the borchure were clearly teenagers, not boys. He also said “We need to address young people's lack of self-esteem, caused by a society hostile to them, and aggravated by Anderson's unsubstantitated attacks.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, June 8 (Thursday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, June 28 (Wednesday) * First Local Pride Celebration

The Record reports on the first local pride celebration, making it clear that the date was June 28, Wednesday. The article identifies Dave Grant and Daryl Bender as organizers of the event. It is reported that only 30 people were in attendance. [This estimate disagrees with reports from other people who attended the event.] The article refers specifically to the fact that the event was held in the very same building where Kitchener City Council had refused the previous month to proclaim Gay Pride Week.
[source: The Record (Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario), June 29, 1995 Thursday Final Edition; article entitled: Gays happy despite low turnout for celebration.]

On p.[6] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 in a biographical sketch of Dave Grant by Susan Danard (from the KW Record), there were the following comments about his involvement in the first local Pride celebration. “In addition, he helped campaign for a Gay Pride Day in Waterloo Region last spring. After municipal councils sidestepped the issue by declaring a moratorium on proclamations for any group or cause, Grant - never one to be easily deterred - organized a low-key celebration of gay pride at Kitchener city hall.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[6].]

“In the spring of 1995, a group of people active in the Kitchener-Waterloo LGBT communities met to organize the first local pride celebration ever to be held in the area. Unfortunately, it began to appear that the event would not take place. Just one week before the original date, Daryl Bender took it upon himself to pull things back together, and the event did, in fact, take place in the Rotunda of Kitchener City Hall. With such limited time for publicizing the event, it was astonishing that 86 people showed up.”
[source: Pride Guide 2006, May 27th - June 4th, p.29.]

On p.2 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “June - Waterloo Region's gay community holds it's first official Gay Pride Day at Kitchener City Hall despite a hold put on proclamations.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.2.]

1995, July 25 (Tuesday) * K-W Record: Volunteers struggle to build AIDS memorial

Volunteers struggle to build AIDS memorial. This article by Susan Danard (Record staff) was based on an interview with “Dave Grant, a spokesman for the volunteer group known as Project Angel, or more formally the Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial Steering Committee.” Grant indicated that “It's a way to get past being ashamed of people who died of AIDS, and to honor them.” He said that private donations would fund the memorial, not government money. Nevertheless, he indicated that “Public opposition was downright "venomous," despite a public forum to quell people's fears.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, July 25 (Tuesday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, August 1 (Tuesday) * K-W Record: AIDS cause is too fashionable

AIDS cause is too fashionable. This letter to the Editor by Tammy Kocher (Waterloo) objected to the creation of an AIDS memorial, because “The attention this disease receives is disproportionate when you compare it to the occurrence of other diseases such as cancer. If anything, the money should be put into action, not into symbols that indirectly promote the acceptance of a disease that is too often (but, I stress, not always) a result of a lifestyle choice.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, August 1 (Tuesday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, August 9 (Wednesday) * K-W Record: 'Horrible experience'- Mothers await test results after girls pricked with dirty needle

'Horrible experience'- Mothers await test results after girls pricked with dirty needle. This article by Priti Yelaja was based on an interview with two mothers, and indicated that “Their ordeal started during the weekend when their daughters found a used syringe containing a small amount of unidentified serum outside their Greenfield Avenue townhouse complex in Kitchener. The girls pricked themselves with the needle.” The article pointed out that “The likelihood that the needle exposed the children to the AIDS virus is slim because the virus does not survive long outside the human body.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, August 9 (Wednesday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, August 12 (Saturday) * K-W Record: Girls free of virus after needle prick

Girls free of virus after needle prick. This new article is an update to the article in the Wednesday Record. It indicates that “Three Kitchener girls who pricked themselves with a discarded syringe they found in their neighborhood last week were not infected with the hepatitis B virus.” As for the possibility of infection by the HIV, the syringe was sent to Toronto for testing.
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, August 12 (Saturday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, September * Outlook Magazine Began

The first issue of Outlook Magazine, a community-based publication, appeared in September 1995. It continued to be published until issue 28-Q2 in summer 1998. The Grand River Rainbow Historical Project has digitized all 28 issues of Outlook Magazine (1995-1998) and made them available at: http://www.grandriver-rainbowhistory.ca/Outlook.html.

Outlook Magazine was the creation of two community leaders, Rick Lethbridge and Mark Jordan. They devoted three years of their lives to producing a vibrant magazine that told us about ourselves and the world beyond. The gift that they gave helped define us as a community. And by generously allowing permission to reprint Outlook Magazine, they have also provided future generations with a window into the past. Many thanks to Mark and Rick: you should be proud of what you accomplished!
[source: issues of Outlook.]

1995, September/October * Outlook Magazine: Issue #1

The header on the front cover of this issue read: “Outlook The Voice of KW's Gay and Lesbian Community September/October 1995” At the bottom of the front cover was “PREMIER ISSUE” The front and back covers were printed on light blue paper; the internal pages were on white paper. This issue had 20 numbered pages exclusive of the covers with the inside back cover labelled p.21; its format size was 21.6 cm x 14.0 cm (8.5" x 5.5"). The inside front cover was entitled “Welcome to Outlook!”; it began by indicating that it was a “volunteer undertaking by a group of members of our gay/lesbian community” and went on to say that its focus was “to inform, educate and share ideas and personal views amongst ourselves.” The welcome message also indicated that the magazine was printed in Kitchener, and was intended to be issued monthly. There were advertisements for the ACCKWA Vitamin Drive, Words Worth Books, K-W Book Store & Exchange, Provident Bookstore, Project Angel (sponsored by the Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial Steering Committee), two films (Jeffrey and The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love) to be shown at the Princess Cinema, a message from ACCKWA, Generation X, Walk for AIDS '95, a note about a group for deaf gay men and lesbians in Toronto, Dr. Disc, Club Renaissance, and Thistle Antiques and Collectibles.
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1.]

The “Between the Covers” section included book reviews of The Medicine Burns (by Adam Klein) and I'll Not Go Quietly (by Mary Fisher), as well as a listing of bookstores in Kitchener-Waterloo and Guelph. The “What's Cooking” section contained two recipes by chef Lance Extrordinaire. There was an article entitled “Wheels Away (understanding the automotive business)” by Uncle Mark. This was followed by the mission statement of Project Angel (sponsored by the Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial Steering Committee). “A Message from ACCKWA” mentioned the following: the 1995 Walk for AIDS, ACCKWA's first “Vitamin/Supplement Drive”, the fall start-up of ACCKWA's discussion group for gay, lesbian and bisexual youth (organized by Rob Gascho of ACCKWA's Education Program), ACCKWA's second annual Chairs for Charity art auction, and the formation of a Cambridge Working Group. The “TV TALK” section mentioned some shows of possible interest to the community. The “Readers Corner” section included three poems and an opinion piece, as well as information about two different presses in Toronto looking for written submissions. There was an article entitled “COMING OUT: Part 1”. The “Music” section contained reviews of three new music CDs. There was a listing of (mostly local) community resources. There were some brief articles about medical advances, including new saliva tests for HIV and AIDS. There was an article about the attempt by the UN Fourth World Conference on Women to include statements about sexual orientation in its conference declaration.
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1.]

1995, September 22 (Friday) - September 25 (Monday) * Princess Cinema: Jeffrey

On p.9 of Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1 was a review of the film Jeffrey (by Paul Rudnick) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from September 22 (Friday) - September 25 (Monday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.9.]

1995, September 23 (Saturday) * Club Renaissance: Summer Blowout Beach Party

“Club Renaissance presents a Summer Blowout Beach Party. Saturday, September 23rd 9:00 till 3:00 a.m.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.19.]

1995, September [late] (date not known) * K-W Record?: High school students join in Walk for AIDS

High school students join in Walk for AIDS. This news article began “High school students interested in helping people infected or affected by HIV and AIDS are expected to play a prominent role in the third annual Walk for AIDS on Sunday, Oct. 1, starting in Victoria Park, Kitchener.” The goal was to “raise at least $60,000 for the committee's education, advocacy and support programs.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, September [late] (date not known), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, October * Outlook Magazine: Issue #2

The header on the front cover of this issue read: “Outlook The Voice of K-W's Gay and Lesbian Community October 1995” The front and back covers were printed on pale orange paper; the internal pages were on white paper. This issue had 28 unnumbered pages exclusive of the covers; for purposes of referring to specific pages in this issue, we use a numbering that starts from the first white page, and enclose the number in square brackets to indicate that the numbering is not in the original document. The original copy that was digitized had part of pp.[23]-[24] cut out of it; the excised part looks as if it may have been an advertisement (on p.[23]). Its format size was 21.6 cm x 14.0 cm (8.5" x 5.5"). The inside front cover was entitled “Welcome to Outlook”; the welcome message was similar to that in the first issue. There were advertisements for Club Renaissance, Eye in the Sky (vintage used clothing), a message from ACCKWA, ACCKWA's 2nd annual Chairs for Charity, the October Guelph Dance, a note about a group for deaf gay men and lesbians in Toronto, accommodation in a house available, two films (The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love and Wigstock) to be shown at the Princess Cinema, Dr. Disc, a “Halloween Howler” at Club Renaissance, two more films (Jeffrey and Total Eclipse) to be shown at the Princess Cinema, Generation X, Project Angel (sponsored by the Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial Steering Committee), Vijay's Authentic Indian Cuisine, Words Worth Books, Villa Nina (international bistro), and Thistle Antiques and Collectibles.
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2.]

There was an article on the latest musical projects of k.d.lang. The “Cover to Cover” section included reviews of eight books. “TV TALK” gave news on various gay and lesbian characters on TV. The “What's Cooking” section contained two recipes. The “News and Views” section on pp.[8]-[9] included news items on topics such as: the digitization of the AIDS Memorial Quilt for distribution on CD-ROM disks, Martina Navritolova to be the spokesperson for the new Rainbow VISA card, the fining of a Vancouver gynecologist for refusing to provide a lesbian couple with artificial insemination, the freeing of many HIV-positive prisoners in Zambia, a successful sexual harassment suit by a man against another man in Alabama, homophobic verbal abuse in a Denver Burger King, and a 99-year sentence to a man who killed his three housemates because he erroneously thought they were gay. There was a “Word Search” puzzle. The “Music” section included a review of the music from the film To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar, and brief reviews of 5 other CDs.
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2.]

The “Readers Corner” section included a piece by Rick Lethbridge entitled “Discrimination? Yes!”, in which he described his experiences in being discriminated against because of his sexuality, and also being discriminated against by a dentist because of his HIV status. There was also an article entitled “Coming Out: Part 2. The Stages of Acceptance.” There was information about two different presses in Toronto looking for written submissions. There was a review of a recent performance by Colin James and his band at Lulu's in Kitchener. This issue featured the debut of a series entitled “Learning Together About HIV”; the first installment was entitled “A Brief Overview of HIV Infection - HIV Infection World Wide.” There was an article entitled “Wheels Away (understanding the automotive business) LEASING-PART 2” by Uncle Mark. There was a listing of (mostly local) community resources. There was also a “Kalvin & Klein” cartoon.
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2.]

1995, October * GLLOW: 25th Anniversary Preparations

Preparations began for the 25th anniversary celebration of GLLOW to be held the following March. Organizers got Svend Robinson as guest speaker at the event, but suffered a slight setback when k.d. lang declined to perform at a benefit concert, due to a prior engagement at Radio City Musical Hall. Using information collected at the 20th anniversary, a database was developed, and serious networking began to promote the event.
[source: Jim Parrott]

1995, October 1 (Sunday) * ACCKWA: Walk for AIDS, 1995, 3rd Annual

On p.10 of Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, in a section entitled “A Message from ACCKWA” there was the following information about ACCKWA's 3rd annual Walk for AIDS. “1995's Walk for AIDS: Make Every Step Count Join us at Victoria Park on Sunday, October 1, as hundreds of Waterloo Region residents walk together to kick off AIDS Awareness Week. Volunteers expect the 3rd annual Walk for AIDS to raise over $60,000 for ACCKWA's support, education and advocacy programs. The walk is also a great way to raise AIDS awareness, and to show support for those infected or affected by HIV in our community. Registration for the 10km walk begins at 11:00 am on Sunday October 1 at the Victoria Park Gazebo. The official opening ceremonies will begin at noon. Participants can look forward to a morning stretch, donated food and beverages, excellent entertainment, massage, and more.” The article went on to list corporate sponsors, and to give other information about participating in the walk.
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.10.]

1995, October 2 (Monday) * K-W Record: 1,200 take to streets in K-W - Weekend events raise awareness of AIDS, abortion concerns, lung research

1,200 take to streets in K-W - Weekend events raise awareness of AIDS, abortion concerns, lung research. This article by Christian Aagaard reported on three major events on Sunday, October 1: ACCKWA's fundraising Walk for AIDS, an anti-abortion rally, and the Lung Association's Hike for Life. The article was focused primarily on ACCKWA's third annual Walk of AIDS. Dave Grant, who was HIV-positive, said that “We are no longer people dying of apathy and indifference.” The article reported that the Walk raised a little more than $37,000, well short of the $60,000 that was hoped for. It was noted that AIDS workers were worried about cuts in government spending. In particular, ACCKWA spokesperson Tim Reaburn said “We cannot afford to have any more health services cut for people with AIDS.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, October 2 (Monday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, October 3 (Tuesday) - October 9 (Monday) * ACCKWA: AIDS Awareness Week - October 3 to 9

AIDS Awareness Week - October 3 to 9. This appears to be either a brochure or a media release issued by ACCKWA. The publication seems to consist mainly of materials prepared by a national agency, with sections on the importance of AIDS awareness, and guidance on how to talk with children and pre-teens about AIDS. It did, however, contain a couple of paragraphs about the local AIDS awareness work done by the Waterloo Regional Community Health Department and ACCKWA.
[source: ACCKWA; 1995, October 3 (Tuesday) - October 9 (Monday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, October 3 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

On p.10 of Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, in a section entitled “A Message from ACCKWA” there was the following information about ACCKWA's new discussion groups for gay, lesbian and bisexual youth. “Educational Program introduces gay/lesbian/bisexual youth groups This fall, the education program is beginning a ten week discussion group for gay, lesbian and bisexual youths. The group will cover topics like finding support and community, coming out, safer sex and healthy dating relationships, and others. The groups (one for men, one for women) will run every Tuesday night, starting October 3, and ending December 5, and are open to youth up to age 25. To join the groups, or to find out more about them, call Rob Gascho at ACCKWA (###-####).”
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.10.]

On p.[6] of Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, in a section entitled “A Message from ACCKWA” there was the following information (which gave a different, vaguer start date) about ACCKWA's new discussion groups for gay, lesbian and bisexual youth. “ACCKWA announces the beginning of Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth Discussion Groups. Beginning September 1995, the Education Program of the AIDS Committee of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo & Area will offer discussion groups for lesbian, gay and bisexual youth, up to 25 years old. There will be a group for gay and bisexual men, and one for lesbian and bisexual women. The session will run for 10 weeks, and a second session will begin in January. The groups will be facilitated by community professionals using the Pride & Prejudice model of Central Toronto Youth Services. Issues to be discussed include coming out, coping with hostile environments, finding a support system, relationships, AIDS and safer sex, and others. There is no charge for participation in the groups, and transportation subsidies are available. Confidentiality is assured. For more information, contact Rob Gascho, Education Coordinator at ACCKWA.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[6].]

1995, October 10 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, October 11 (Wednesday) * K-W Record: Artists needed for AIDS project

Artists needed for AIDS project. This news article reported that ACCKWA “will hold its second annual Chairs for Charity Art Auction on Dec. 2 at the Rotunda Gallery in Kitchener's City Hall. Artists are needed to create and donate original works of art using a chair as their canvas or inspiration.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, October 11 (Wednesday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, October 17 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, October 18 (Wednesday) * The Cambridge Times: Funding cuts to HIV/AIDS has devastating human cost

Funding cuts to HIV/AIDS has devastating human cost. This lengthy article is in reponse to recent government spending cuts that affected work in the HIV/AIDS sector. The article featured remarks by Patrick Cupido (Executive Director of ACCKWA), Dr. Doug Sider (Waterloo Region's associate medical officer of health) and Dr. Gary Gibson (a Cambridge physican who had 65 patients with HIV). Important points that were raised included the cost effectiveness of infection prevention over treatment; the increasing prevalence of HIV among women; and the shortage of physicians with the expertise in AIDS treatment and the willingness to work with HIV-positive patients.
[source: The Cambridge Times; 1995, October 18 (Wednesday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, October 22? (Sunday) * [source unknown]: Obituary for Dave Grant

This obituary began “GRANT, David - David Grant died peacefully, at his home, on Sunday, Oct.22, 1995, in his 37th year.” It mentions his extensive community work, including around HIV/AIDS, same-sex spousal benefits, and the first local Pride celebration. It fails to mention his work in creating the Out & About Radio Show in 1993 (which lasted until about 2000).
[source: [source unknown], 1995, October 22? (Sunday).]

1995, October 24 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, October 25 (Wednesday) - October 26 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love

On p.9 of Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1 was a review of the film The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love (by Maria Maggenti) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from October 25 (Wednesday) - October 26 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.9.]

1995, October 25 (Wednesday) * K-W Record: OBITUARY: AIDS activist's death 'tremendous loss'

OBITUARY: AIDS activist's death 'tremendous loss'. This obituary by Susan Danard (Record staff) noted that Grant, who had been diagnosed as HIV-positive 5 years previously, suddenly became very sick, and passed away on Sunday (October 22). The obituary mentioned his years of activism in the areas of AIDS matters, gay rights, as well as the CKWR radio show Out & About Radio. It pointed to his work in attempting to have a Gay Pride Day proclaimed in Waterloo Region, in co-organizing the first local Pride celebration and his vision of an AIDS memorial (Project Angel). It also alluded to estrangements from family members. Finally, there was a tribute from local bisexual activist Lyn McGinnis (founder of the Cambridge, Kitchener-Waterloo Bisexual Liberation group), who said that “Other people struggling against discrimination because of their sexual orientation owe a debt of gratitude to grant.” McGinnis added that Grant was “quick to notice injustices and felt these fairly keenly and always wanted to do something about it. He was like a real soldier in the front.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, October 25 (Wednesday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, October 27 (Friday) * Guelph Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Equality: Dance

“Guelph Dance Friday, October 27 will be the date for this month's Guelph Dance. Dig up those old costumes and come see us for an amazingly spooktacular event. As always we're at the ‘Old Schoolhouse’ and doors open at 9PM.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[8].]

1995, October 28 (Saturday) * Club Renaissance: Halloween Howler, 2nd Annual

“CLUB RENAISSANCE DARES YOU TO ATTEND OUR 2ND ANNUAL ‘HALLOWEEN HOWLER’ Saturday, October 28th 9:00 pm till 3:00 am. Evening includes: Drink Specials, Midnight Buffet, Prizes for Best Costumes. TICKETS $5.00 IN ADVANCE, $7.00 AT THE DOOR.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[17].]

1995, October 28 (Saturday) * K-W Record: Questions about AIDS answered at forum

Questions about AIDS answered at forum. This news article announced a forum, beginning as follows: “Rob Gascho, education co-ordinator of ACCKWA — the AIDS Committee of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo and Area — speaks on Everything You Wanted to Know about AIDS at a meeting of the Heart and Health group of Rockway Centre.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, October 28 (Saturday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, October 31 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, November * Outlook Magazine: Issue #3

The header on the front cover of this issue read: “Outlook The Voice of K-W's Gay and Lesbian Community” The front and back covers were printed on pale purple paper; the internal pages were on white paper. This issue had 32 unnumbered pages exclusive of the covers; for purposes of referring to specific pages in this issue, we use a numbering that starts from the first white page, and enclose the number in square brackets to indicate that the numbering is not in the original document. The original copy that was digitized had part of pp.[3]-[4] cut out of it; the excised part looks as if it may have been an advertisement (on p.[3]). Its format size was 21.6 cm x 14.0 cm (8.5" x 5.5"). The issue had a pull-out “Tanning Pass” for Beneficial Health & Tanning Centre. The inside front cover was entitled “A Couple of Words from the Publisher....”, indicating that they were pleased with the response by the community to Outlook Magazine. There were advertisements for Jane Bond Café, five films to be shown at the Princess Cinema, Eye in the Sky (vintage used clothing), ACCKWA's 2nd annual Chairs for Charity, Words Worth Books, Club Renaissance, Dr. Disc, two more films to be shown at the Princess Cinema, Cup-a-java Caffé, Project Angel (sponsored by the Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial Steering Committee), Beneficial Health & Tanning Centre, Generation X, and Thistle Antiques and Collectibles.
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3.]

The issue opened with a tribute to community activist Dave Grant, who had passed away on 1995, October 22. The “NEWS! NEWS! NEWS!” section included news items on topics such as: the Triangle Program which offered a separate high school in Toronto for gays and lesbians, the recruitment of gay men and lesbians by the Vancouver Police Department, the barring of homosexual foster parents in Algoma, scholarships by the Liberace Foundation, and a New York minister fired because he had performed a lesbian wedding. There was a biographical sketch of Dave Grant by Susan Daynard (from the KW Record). The “Cover to Cover” section included reviews of Last Watch of the Night: Essays Too Personal and Otherwise (by Paul Monette) and Breaking the Surface (by Greg Louganis). There was an article entitled “A Look at Abusive Relationships” by Rik Isensee. The “Entertainment” section listed the winners of the 1995 National Media Awards sponsored by the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD); the section also included some other entertainment news. There was an article by Julie Stumpf entitled “The Red Cross: Are they telling us the whole truth?”, in which policies and procedures of the Red Cross concerning blood transfusions were questioned.
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3.]

The “Readers Corner” section included a poem. There was an article entitled “Wheels Away: CHOOSING A GOOD USED CAR/TRUCK.” The series entitled “Learning Together About HIV” continued with an installment entitled “PART 2: HIV AND AIDS IN CANADA.” There was an advertisement for a house available for rent, a note about a group for deaf gay men and lesbians in Toronto, and information about two different presses in Toronto looking for written submissions. There was a note about Carole Pope and plans to get her back to Club Renaissance for another performance after the success of her April concert there. There was also a word puzzle. There was a listing of (mostly local) community resources. There was also a “Kalvin & Klein” cartoon.
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3.]

1995, November * Canadian AIDS Memorial Quilt: Conestoga College (Doon Campus) Visit

On p.3 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “November - The Canadian AIDS Memorial Quilt (The Names Project) is displayed at Doon's Conestoga College.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.3.]

On p.3 of Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, was a report on the visit of the Canadian AIDS Memorial Quilt to the Doon Campus of Conestoga College. The report indicated that the Quilt was touring Canadian colleges and universities and that the Waterloo Region stop was at Conestoga College. The reporter noted that “Ten quilt sections, each made up of eight panels the size of grave plots, (3'X6'), symbolic in itself, were on display. Each panel is a personal tribute to an individual or group of people lost to AIDS. The panels were adorned with photographs, personal objects, poetry and some even had favourite clothing attached. It was a very emotional and moving experience that made you feel very aware that each panel represented a name and a grave of a loved one lost to AIDS. The Memorial was open to the public, and during the day, a steady stream of college students and the general public alike, walked through the rows of quilts. I think a lot of the people in attendance were left a little more aware than when they had arrived.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, p.3.]

1995, November 7 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, November 8 (Wednesday) - November 9 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Jeffrey

On p.[18] of Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2 was an advertisement for the film Jeffrey which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from November 8 (Wednesday) - November 9 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[18].]

1995, November 14 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, November 18 (Saturday) - November 22 (Wednesday) * Princess Cinema: Rude

On p.[2] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 was a description of the film Rude (Canada 1995) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from November 18 (Saturday) - November 22 (Wednesday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[2].]

1995, November 18 (Saturday) * The Record: Chairs as canvas

“Chairs as canvas” This news article reported that “The chairs that have been turned into one-of-a-kind works of art by 25 artists for the AIDS Committee of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo and Area's fund-raiser, Chairs for Charity, will be on display from Monday, Nov. 20, to Dec. 2, at Kitchener City Hall. The auction and AIDS benefit gala, with entertainment and light buffet catered by the Waterlot, is Saturday, Dec. 2, 7 p.m. in the gallery.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, November 18 (Saturday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, November 20 (Sunday) * The Record: 'Chair'ity campaign

“'Chair'ity campaign” This entry in The Record consisted of a photograph to promote ACCKWA's Chairs for Charity fundraiser on Dec.2. The caption read: “Taylor Lethbridge, 4, and his father, Joe, show off the two chairs they created for the Chairs for Charity campaign, sponsored by the AIDS Committee of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo and Area. The chairs are on display at the Kitchener city hall rotunda gallery and will be auctioned off Dec. 2. All proceeds benefit local victims of HIV and AIDS.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, November 20 (Sunday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, November 21 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, November 21 (Tuesday) - December 2 (Saturday) * ACCKWA: Chairs for Charity Art Auction, 2nd Annual: The Exhibit

On p.[7] of Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, there was the following call for submissions for ACCKWA's second annual Chairs for Charity Art Auction. “ARTISTS Call for Submissions. ACCKWA 2ND ANNUAL Chairs for Charity. Sit on a masterpiece! Artists are asked to create and donate original works of art using a chair as their canvas. Materials may include any media, such as paint, upholstery, wood, metal or clay. Chairs will be part of a non-juried art exhibit on: November 21st through to December 2, 1995, Rotunda Gallery, City Hall. Chairs will be auctioned with all proceeds to benefit ACCKWA: The AIDS Committee of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo & Area the evening of December 2nd, at Rotunda Gallery, Kitchener City Hall. To register as a participant, call ACCKWA at 519-###-#### now.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[7].]

1995, November 23 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Farinelli

On p.[19] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 was an advertisement for the film Farinelli (France/Italy/Belgium 1994) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema on November 23 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[19].]

1995, November 24 (Friday) * Club Renaissance: Girls of the Night

“CLUB RENAISSANCE presents ‘GIRLS OF THE NIGHT’ FEMALE IMPERSONATORS FROM HAMILTON Friday November 24th. Shows at 11 p.m. and midnight. Drink Specials and D.J. Dance till 3 a.m. $2.00 cover at the Door.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[25].]

1995, November 28 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, November 30 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: When Night Is Falling

On p.[2] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 was a description of the film When Night Is Falling (Canada 1995) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema on November 30 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[2].]

1995, December * Outlook Magazine: Issue #4

The header on the cover of this issue read: “Outlook The Voice of K-W's Gay and Lesbian Community” The front and back covers were printed on pale green paper; the internal pages were on white paper. This issue had 28 numbered pages, exclusive of the front and back covers; its format size was 21.6 cm x 14.0 cm (8.5" x 5.5"). The issue contained two inserts: one for the Outline in Guelph, and one listing events at the Robin's Nest in Cambridge. There were advertisements for ACCKWA's Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth Discussion Groups, Generation X, Adults Only Video, Club Renaissance, Words Worth Books, the Lesbian Gay Bi Youth Line, Eye in the Sky (used clothing store), TCB Travel, Princess Cinema, Dr. Disc, Uptown Travel, a house for rent, a note about a group for deaf gay men and lesbians in Toronto, Beneficial Health and Tanning Centre, Jane Bond Café, Angie's Beauty Salon, Quality Woodworking, and Thistle Antiques and Collectibles.
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4.]

There was a news note about the federal government's extension of some benefits to same-sex couples. There was a news note about the visit that the Canadian AIDS Memorial Quilt made to Doon Campus of Conestoga College, and also a note about the approval by the Canadian federal government of 3TC, a new drug against the HIV. There was also a note about the fourth annual Gay Ski Week at Whistler, B.C. planned for February 4-11, 1996. There were five short book reviews, a movie review of Carrington and one of Sunset Blvd. There were a couple of features about “gay” travel options, a review of a new music album by Alison Moyet, a review of the concert that Jann Arden gave at Lulu's, and a recipe for a salad.
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4.]

In “Readers Corner” there was an article by Rick Lethbridge entitled “Reader's Update”, in which he reported on the disciplinary ruling by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons in Rick's complaint against a dentist who departed from standard protocol because of Rick's HIV status. There was a poem, a puzzle, and an article entitled “Dating in the age of AIDS” (by Thom Sommers). The series entitled “Learning Together About HIV” continued with an installment entitled “THE ABC'S OF HIV. What do all those letters mean?” There was a listing of (mostly local) community resources, and a “Kalvin & Klein” cartoon.
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4.]

1995, December 1 (Friday) * The Record: Hope is the message on World AIDS Day

“Hope is the message on World AIDS Day” This article by Catherine Thompson (Record staff) was based on interviews with Patrick Cupido (Executive Director of ACCKWA), Rob Gascho (education co-ordinator at ACCKWA) and Karen Verhoeve (manager of the health unit's AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases program). Cupido, who tested HIV-positive 6 years earlier, felt that education on safer sex was paying off, and there was less stigma against people infected with the HIV. Gascho believed that the general public is better informed. Verhoeve said that “Since April, the regional health unit has offered anonymous AIDS tests and interest has been high.” The article pointed out that “studies show the message about safe sex is working and isn't encouraging promiscuity as some feared.” Towards the end of the article, Cupido said “He worries that society reinforces a negative image of so many of those at greatest risk of AIDS — young gays and lesbians, women — that it could affect their self-image and motivation to protect themselves from the disease.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, November 20 (Sunday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, December 1 (Friday) - December 6 (Wednesday) * Princess Cinema: Total Eclipse

On p.[18] of Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2 was an advertisement for the film Total Eclipse which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from December 1 (Friday) - December 6 (Wednesday). It was described as follows. “TOTAL ECLIPSE STARRING LEONARDO DICAPRIO & DAVID THEWLIS. A film that charts the elusive, exhilarating and passionate relationship of two of France's greatest poets - Paul Verlaine and Arthur Rimbaud.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[18].]

1995, December 2 (Saturday) * ACCKWA: Chairs for Charity Art Auction, 2nd Annual: The Auction

On p.10 of Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, in a section entitled “A Message from ACCKWA” there was the following information about ACCKWA's second annual Chairs for Charity Art Auction. “Chairs for Charity, Volunteers Needed December 2nd is the date of ACCKWA's second annual Chairs for Charity art auction. ACCKWA is presently seeking short term volunteers to assist with the training and implementation of this event. Volunteer support in the following areas: art consulting, advertising, publicity, donations, and much more! No long term commitment or lengthy training is required. You can make a difference in the lives of people who are living with HIV and AIDS by getting involved in this exciting fundraising event. For more information on these volunteer opportunities, please call Natalie or Tracey at ###-####.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.11.]

On p.3 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “December - ACCKWA's second annual ‘Chairs for Charity’ raises $8400.00 for the service organization.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.3.]

1995, December 5 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, December 6 (Wednesday) * Princess Cinema: The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love

On p.[2] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 was a description of the film The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love (USA 1995) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema on December 6 (Wednesday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[2].]

1995, December 7 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything, Julie Newmar

On p.[3] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 was a description of the film To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything, Julie Newmar (USA 1995) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema on December 7 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[3].]

1995, December 9 (Saturday) * The Record: OBITUARY: Gregory Cassidy served as head of library board, AIDS committee

“OBITUARY: Gregory Cassidy served as head of library board, AIDS committee” This obituary refers to the years of local activism of Greg Cassidy, who had died of AIDS on Tuesday (Dec. 5) in Toronto, where he had moved the previous year (1994). “"He was very dynamic," said Bill Hoskinson, a Kitchener lawyer who is the current president of the ACCKWA board.” The piece indicates that “He served on the Board of ACCKWA, first as vice president, and then as president from 1991 to 1993.” The obituary also refers to the fact that Cassidy served on the Board of the Waterloo Public Library “from 1988 to 1994 and was also a chairman.”
[source: The Kitchener-Waterloo Record; 1995, December 9 (Saturday), paging not known; photocopy supplied by ACCKWA.]

1995, December 21 (Thursday) - January 4 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Carrington

“Princess Cinema ... Carrington; Christopher Hampton (UK/France 1995) December 21 - January 4.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, p.8.]

1995, December 22 (Friday) * Club Renaissance: Christmas Party

“The management and staff at Club Renaissance would like to take this opportunity to invite everyone who has shown us such great support this past year to our annual Christmas Party, 9pm-3am, Friday, December 22, 1995. This is your night, so please come out and let us show our appreciation. Complimentary dessert bar and Free Admission.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, p.12.]

1995, December 28 (Thursday) - December 29 (Friday) * Princess Cinema: Sunset Blvd.

“Princess Cinema ... Sunset Blvd. Billy Wilder (USA 1950) December 28-29.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, p.9.]

1995, December 31 (Monday) * Club Renaissance: New Year's Eve Party

“Club Renaissance hosts a New Year's Eve Party Monday, December 31, 1995, 9:00 pm till 3:00 am 24 Charles Street West, Downtown Kitchener.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, p.5.]