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Karyn’s Totchos

This recipe was submitted by Karyn Cooper, Director of Programs and Services at The AIDS Network. This recipe takes the deliciousness of tacos and pairs it with tater tots.  Not only is it delicious, but also a super easy meal that can be adjusted depending on your preferences. Instructions: Prepare tater tots according to package […]

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Anya’s Banana Bread

This recipe was submitted by Anya Gross, Brantford Harm Reduction Worker at The AIDS Network. I love to make banana bread. This recipe has been adapted and modified many times, originally it was from a friend. Super easy to make! Super tasty! Ingredients: 3 bananas (peeled) 1 mashed apple (or 2 tbsp. apple sauce) 1 […]

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James’ Roast Chicken with Honey and Vinegar Reduction

This recipe was submitted by James Diemert, Community Engagement Coordinator at The AIDS Network. This is my adaptation of a historically-inspired recipe I found online, based on an ancient Roman recipe!  The sweetness of the honey with the acidity of the vinegar comes together in a very warm and satisfying way. It’s a very simple […]

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Gay guys are doing it! Sex in the age of Covid 19 (via CATIE Blog)

“The resource Having Sex & Staying Safe was designed to expose the different options available for GBQ guys and to remind us all that there are many ways to connect with our body and our sexuality during the pandemic” By Aaron Purdie via CATIE Blog Gyms are closed, events are cancelled, restaurants are take-out only […]

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HIV Treatment: Everything You Need to Know

HIV Treatment: Everything You Need to Know by David Malebranche, M.D., M.P.H. Published on TheBody.com on Jan. 31, 2020   Maybe you’ve just learned you are living with HIV and have questions about starting the treatment process. Or maybe you’ve been living with HIV for years but haven’t really updated yourself as to the latest […]

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The Criminalization of HIV in Canada: Experiences of People Living with HIV

Alexander McClelland is a sociolegal researcher and Banting Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Ottawa in the Department of Criminology. He is currently examining issues of confidentiality for research with criminalized people. His work focuses on the intersections of life, law and disease, where he has developed a range of collaborative and interdisciplinary writing, academic, […]

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Brantford Transgender Flag Raising

Monday, November 18th was a cold, gloomy afternoon but very thankful for those who attended, including Brant County Mayor Bailey, and thankful that the City of Brantford as well as Brant County recognizes the importance of flying the Trans flag and for recognizing all the hard and continued work of the Brantford Advocacy Transgender Alliance […]

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