International Trans Day of Visibility at McMaster

March 31 is the International Trans Day of Visibility, a reminder to celebrate trans, non-binary and gender-diverse individuals and groups and to recognize their contributions to our communities.

At McMaster, the trans flag is flying above University Hall today, a reminder that every member of this community belongs here and to foster an inclusive environment.

“Every one of us has a role to play in creating a community where we all have a sense of belonging,” says Barrington Walker, vice-provost of Equity and Inclusion.

“Today and every day, I encourage our community to think about how you can help make our campus a welcoming place where everyone can thrive.”

The Trans Flag flying over McMaster's University Hall

Here are some resources for those seeking support:

The McMaster Student Wellness Centre 2SLGBTQIA+ Resources

The Equity and Inclusion Office

McMaster Student Union Pride Community Centre

McMaster Student Union Women and Gender Equity Network

Hamilton Trans Health Coalition

Speqtrum Hamilton

Egale Canada

Trans Wellness Ontario

Trans Lifeline Hotline

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<span data-contrast="auto">At McMaster, the trans flag is flying above University Hall today, a reminder that every member of this community belongs here and to foster an inclusive environment. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<span data-contrast="auto">“Every one of us has a role to play in creating a community where we all have a sense of belonging,” says Barrington Walker, vice-provost of Equity and Inclusion. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<span data-contrast="auto">“Today and every day, I encourage our community to think about how you can help make our campus a welcoming place where everyone can thrive.”</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-119812" src="http://dailynews.mcmaster.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/03/DNBW-980x580-4.png" alt="The Trans Flag flying over McMaster's University Hall " width="980" height="580" />

<em>Here are some resources for those seeking support: </em>

<a href="https://wellness.mcmaster.ca/resources/2slgbtqia-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-contrast="none">The McMaster Student Wellness Centre 2SLGBTQIA+ Resources</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<a href="https://equity.mcmaster.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-contrast="none">The Equity and Inclusion Office</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<a href="https://msumcmaster.ca/service/pcc/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-contrast="none">McMaster Student Union Pride Community Centre</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<a href="https://msumcmaster.ca/service/wgen/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-contrast="none">McMaster Student Union Women and Gender Equity Network</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<a href="https://hamiltontranshealth.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-contrast="none">Hamilton Trans Health Coalition</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<a href="https://www.speqtrum.ca/about" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-contrast="none">Speqtrum Hamilton</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<a href="https://egale.ca/egale-in-action/trans-day-of-visibility-2025/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-contrast="none">Egale Canada</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<a href="https://www.transwellness.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-contrast="none">Trans Wellness Ontario</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

<a href="https://translifeline.org/hotline/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-contrast="none">Trans Lifeline Hotline</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span>

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