Queer Collective | Queer Voices Amplified
Canadian non-profit organization committed to creating accurate & positive representation for every subgroup of the LGBTQ2S+ Community, with an emphasis on uplifting local queer artists.
Check out our projects below.
How we Activate
Digital Content
Turning Heads
Join Queer Collective and our partners in the ongoing exploration of queer identity and expression in the 'Turning Heads' short film series. Vol I. focuses on the transformative power of a haircut free from society's gendered boxes, while Vol II. showcases makeup as a genderless tool of self-expression. Future volumes will continue to highlight the diverse ways in which the queer community expresses themselves and reclaims their narratives.
Podcast
The Queer Collective Podcast is A weekly show Co-hosted by Queer Collectives founders & couple Karbon & Emily. Every other Thursday the duo release a new episode that takes an informative & comedic approach to queer topics, current events & storytelling.
Masterclass Series
Queer Collective presents multiple limited series master classes featuring queer experts. This series aims to provide education & bring visibility to the exceptional talent that exists within our community. Available on our channel now is an Astrology Masterclass with Reiki master, astrologer & founder of One People TO, Sheena, & a Drag Masterclass hosted by Toronto’s Brazilian Drag Queen, Dexter.
Programming
OUT LOUD
OUT LOUD is our annual queer artist grant program presented by Queer Collective & Vizzy Hard Seltzer. This program is centered around connecting Canadian LGBTQ2S+ artists with grants, mentorship, digital assets, & promotion. This program runs from March - July.
The Vizzybility Project
Queer Collective teamed up with Vizzy Hard Seltzer & the Winner of Canada’s Drag Race, Priyanka to launch the #VizzybilityProject. A program that gave 4 Canadian Queer artists a grant + prize package valued at $35,000. As part of this program, the winning artists were enrolled in a month-long virtual artist incubator support series with Queer Collective.
Artists for Social Change
Queer Collective is a community partner alongside Honey Jam on the arts education + social change competition presented by Arts Help & Conscious Economics. This program facilitated intimate workshops for 30 aspiring Canadian artists with a focus on BIPOC, newcomers, & LGBTQ2S+ community members. Artists had an opportunity to compete for a digital showcase opportunity with notable celebrity judges, artist development tools + honorariums.
Events
Gender Euphoria
Gender Euphoria is Queer Collective’s annual showcase event. Taking place during the Toronto Pride weekend, Gender Euphoria is an immersive art experience & dance party. This event features work by many of the artists in our network & highlights our OUTLOUD winners. Our guests can expect Live music, drag, dance, interactive painting, art installations, DJs & more!
Gender Euphoria Highlight Reel
A Nightmare On Queer St
Queer Collective & Something Creative teamed up to give you the Halloween party of your NIGHTMARES. This event is a multi-room immersive art experience. Including art installations, dance, drag, djs, contortionists, tarot, magic, interactive painting, photo moments & much more
A Nightmare on Queer St. Highlight Reel
Thank You to our Annual Presenting Partner
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