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And the Reprinted with permission. gay NDP Member of Parliament four years of hard work can make group also hates the A New Brunswick District 14 - prompted students to form the a difference in one person’s life fact that many people school is one of the first in the group. “We realized New Bruns- then I’ve done my job.” Although are physically harmed province to organize a Gay-Straight wick is progressing, so our schools members who join the group don’t because of their sexual Alliance aimed at creating and can too,” says Jillian, who is now have to announce their sexual orientation. “GSA is maintaining a safe learning envi- in Grade 12. Robinson’s visit pre- orientation, Robinson says, the disgusted by that,” she ronment for gay, lesbian, bisexual cipitated a brouhaha in the small majority are presumed straight. says. “And that’s what and transgendered students and Conservative community, an hour She adds that this year more peo- we’re trying to fix. staff, according to an active alli- west of Fredericton. ple than ever came out to combat We’re trying to make ance member. Woodstock High Jillian Robinson is the only homophobic intolerance. Robin- people more aware, so School student Jillian Robinson member who attended the meet- son says it’s surprising to hear the it doesn’t happen so joined the Gay-Straight Alliance ings every year since the beginning. statistic that gay kids hear homo- often. With 800 kids Cont’d to Woodstock, p.10 Youth Sexual Health in Nova Scotia Resurgo Moncton By Lisa Tobin Implementation of the Frame- Minister of Health Promotion and Following Moncton’s latin motto more time for preparations, enable On October 12, an innovative work will be lead by the Round- Protection. “Sexual health is one of Resurgo, “I rise again,” a group promotion at all other Prides and provincial strategy was launched table, the Department of Health our key priorities.” held a meeting this summer to give other “sister” pride commit- to improve the sexual health of Promotion and Protection, the Recent research indicates some discuss the future of Pride in the tees a chance to join us since they Nova Scotia youth. Department of Education, youth Nova Scotia youth continue to Hub city. will have by then wrapped their Framework for Action: Youth and other key partners who are have unprotected sex and un- A new executive was elected : own. Disussions are ongoing as to Sexual Health in Nova Scotia is committed to youth sexual health planned sex while under the influ- Co-chairs, Stella Fougere and Tina what other events to include in the a comprehensive approach to issues. ence of drugs and alcohol. This puts Hillier; Secretary, Rob Myers; and seven-day fest. Several committees sexual health education, services The Framework will increase them at risk. Treasurer, Kristal Arbeau. are being set up, and everyone is and supports for youth. It will be community awareness and sup- Sexual health is an important as- Since then, some fundamental encouraged to join one and help implemented over the next five to port for youth sexual health is- pect of overall health and includes changes have been made, most make our next pride the best yet. seven years and is available online sues, expand school-based sexual healthy relationships, positive importantly, that Pride 2007 has Check out our website www.fier- at http://www.gov.ns.ca/hpp/ health education, encourage youth body image, decision-making skills, been moved from June to Septem- temonctonpride.com healthySexuality.html. participation in sexual health deci- access to comprehensive sexuality ber, with the parade scheduled for Our traditional colour parties The Framework was developed sion-making and ensure services information and the absence of Saturday September 15. Influencing are being brought back and sched- by the Nova Scotia Roundtable are youth centred and available sexually transmitted infections and this decision was the consistently uled for the first Saturday of every on Youth Sexual Health, a group throughout Nova Scotia. unintended pregnancy. poor weather in June as well as the month beginning with the Red of health professionals, educators, “Our department is committed “The Department of Educa- low student participation from lo- Party on Feb.3 at Triangles. government and non-government to supporting implementation of tion will play a critical role in cal universities and colleges which A contest is being launched in organizations interested in youth the framework and will play a are closed in June. The extra three sexual health issues. leadership role,” said Barry Barnet, Cont’d to Youth, p.10 months will allow organizers Cont’d to Moncton, p.10 MACLeather: New Chaps MACLeather VII On Saturday, October 21, a post Murchy – Halifax, NS Irl Wash- an individual(s) to fill them. The MACL2007 Contest Social was burn – Saint John, NB Jim Culbert position of “Secretary” is open to 2006, along with Marcy Walton of held at the Amore Passion Court- – Prince Edward Island. Women’s any individual within the Mari- Saint John, NB (the only woman yard, where 25 persons attended positions for Nova Scotia and New times. Also, the MACLeather to enter), who went through the a meeting to elect a new MA- Brunswick are open Executive is looking for a couple paces and rigors of “Boot Camp” CLeather Society Executive. It was Titleholders: Mr. Atlantic Can- of women to come on board as to decide this years 2007 Leather a good turnout and the results of ada Leather 2007 – Rob Myers Members At Large for both Nova Ambassadors for the Atlantic the MACLeather General Meeting Ms. Atlantic Canada Leather 2007 Scotia and New Brunswick. Canada region. elections are as follows: – Marcy Walton Volunteeers are also required The crowd was wildly enter- Chairman – Laurent Legacy As you will notice, the Execu- for all areas of the Maritimes for tained and totally enjoyed it as the (Bathurst, NB); Vice Chairman tive is trying to work itself on a any and all events occurring in the “Grunts” were put through the – Wayne Richard (Moncton, NB); demographic basis to ensure that future. Should you like to take on “Back To Basics” Boot Camp by Treasurer – Robert Mainville all areas of Atlantic Canada are any of the available positions, or MC Drill Sergeant Steve Lavio- (Bathurst, NB); Secretary – This covered, with each area having volunteer your time for any events, lette, and graded by Head Judge position is open and needs to be representation. please contact the MACLeather Don Murchy, Wayne Toole and filled as soon as possible. There are still a couple of posi- Society for further information at GDI Leatherman Paul LeBlanc. Members At Large: Don tions that are open and do require [email protected] It was a “Back To Basics” Army MLM2002, and two-time 1st Run- theme in Moncton, NB on Friday, ner-Up of MACLeather Rejean October 20 when the MACLeather LeClerc served as Talley master. VIII – Mr. & Ms. Atlantic Canada Following the Step Asides Leather 2007 competition took speeches of MACL2006 Boyd GNG News place. Gauvin and Ms ACLeather 2006 By Michel Aube With the time and efforts of Cecile Ouellette also added a mu- relaxing atmosphere. We plan to for some of our game nights which Our Halloween bash was a to- Wayne Richard, Don Murchy sical pictorial of her travels and renovate over the month of No- will be held on Friday nights and tal success, with costumes and (MACL2000) and Steve Laviolette adventures during the course of vember, but not to worry these will include, Pool, Dart, and poker drinks… I didn’t know which way (MACL2002) they were able to put her year, it was time to announce renovations will take only a week, tournaments, and if anyone has a was up or down! We had our venue together the Mr. & Ms. Atlantic that Marcy Walton had made the so our community will not miss a favorite game that they would like completely ready for Halloween Canada Leather 2007 contest. grade and been named “Ms. At- dance filled Saturday night. to participate in please email any with decorations which were A fun time was had by all the lantic Canada Leather 2007 with The website, www.gngnb.ca suggestions to [email protected] absolutely phenomenal; it didn’t 150-plus people who attended the Rob Myers taking