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Cameron’s ‘Kind of Extra’ Eggplant Parmigiana

This recipe was submitted by Cameron Kroetsch, member of the Governance Committee at The AIDS Network. This is an adaptation of my grandmother’s family-famous eggplant parmigiana recipe. This is, at best, a half day kind of thing in my experience, hence it being “kind of extra”. You really have to want to make this (but […]

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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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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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Red knitted scarfs hanging on a metal fence.

Men’s Clinic

The AIDS Network’s Men4Men Program provides sexual health services in partnership with Hamilton Public Health Services, specifically catering to the needs of gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) Men4Men Hamilton Men’s Clinic The second Tuesday of every month from 5pm-8pm. Available services: Rapid, anonymous HIV testing, confidential STI screening (syphilis, chlamydia […]

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How I Contracted HIV Is None of Your Business

How I contracted HIV is none of your damn business. I’m going to tell you what happened, but not because I owe you an explanation. Here goes.   My friend with benefits at the time casually suggested that he should get tested because he knew that he “messed around with several different people.” As he […]

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