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The CPAA Calls On the Canadian Psychological Association to Adopt American Psychological Association Progress in Consensual Non-Monogamy (Polyamory)

January 21, 2021 – In 2013 a temporary Task Force on Consensual Non-Monogamy was created by the American Psychological Association’s Division 44 comprised of psychologists and researchers in psychology which in 2018 expanded to work alongside polyamorous activists who advocate for better care of polyamory within the counseling psychology fields. That Task Force has announced (www.facebook.com/heath12/posts/10108290525612180) that it is now a permanent committee, which represents a leveling-up of the status
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The CPAA Calls On the Canadian Psychological Association to Adopt American Psychological Association Progress in Consensual Non-Monogamy (Polyamory)

January 21, 2021 – In 2013 a temporary Task Force on Consensual Non-Monogamy was created by the American Psychological Association’s Division 44 comprised of psychologists and researchers in psychology which in 2018 expanded to work alongside polyamorous activists who advocate for better care of polyamory within the counseling psychology fields. That Task Force has announced (www.facebook.com/heath12/posts/10108290525612180) that it is now a permanent committee, which represents a leveling-up of the status
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CPAA Elects New Expanded Board with Enthusiastic New Directions

At the November 29th Annual General Meeting, the membership elected the following volunteer Board of Directors: Coordinator – Zoe Duff, BC, re-elected Co-coordinator – Mel C., BC Treasurer/Secretary – Ashley D, BC re-elected Directors-at-Large: Kelly D., BC re-elected Aly S, Alberta, re-elected Reg R, Ontario Bram S. Manitoba Tianna F., Quebec There are some nominations for Ex-officio seats that will be appointed by the Board of Directors shortly. We will
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CPAA Annual General Meeting Notice – Zoom meeting – Nov 29, 2020

On behalf of the CPAA Board of Directors, please help us forward this invitation to all polyamory supporters in Canada. We seek a broader diversity in membership, leadership and enthusiastic volunteers from across Canada to move forward effectively. Please contact info@polyadvocacy.ca if you or your association/organization has an interest in promoting awareness for and in our national polyamory community. Time commitment and discretion of involvement varies per position. CPAA Notice
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Honouring Intersectionality and Diversity in Our Communities

Don’t miss our first ever Virtual Conference! Happy National Polyamory Day! 24 hr live stream event from sundown Nov 22 to sundown Nov 23, 2020 (PST). Live-streamed hosting, interactive chat and video segments. Lots of music to celebrate on Sunday night(Nov 22). A ton of great workshop sessions on Monday Nov 23. Broadcasts will be simultaneously available on Twitch and YouTube as well as posted after the event. Presenters and
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Polyamory Week Guest Blog Post by Monica Meneghetti Polyamory Week Guest Blog Post by Monica Meneghetti

“To be polyamorous is to drink an emotional power shake daily, blended and stirred by love of various stages of depth, challenge, and development. The vulnerability, the gratitude, the humility and awe of such nourishment have brought me to my knees more than once.” People say it takes a village to raise a child. Well, I believe it takes a community to raise a relationship. I didn’t realize this until
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Polyamory Continues To Grow In Canada Polyamory Continues To Grow In Canada

As February 14th approaches, the Canadian Polyamory Advocacy Association (CPAA) highlights the growing popularity of polyamory. For those who are polyamorous, Valentine’s Day is not just a celebration of one’s only love – but all our loves. Research is showing that polyamory is more popular than once believed – and is growing. Newer research indicates an increase from under 1 percent to around 4 to 5 percent are in some
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International Poly House Party Weekend

“The first EVER international DIY festival celebrating *your* polyamory *your* way…It is barbecues, keggers, potlucks, raves, picnics, blues dances, play parties, tantric retreats, game nights, field days, movement fundraisers, cuddle parties, and fancy dinners. It is raising awareness about our culture, our relationship preference, and the idea that freedom of relationship choice is important to society at large. It is a community bonding experience, our way– because everyone will do
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