Members of the coalition can send announcements or questions to the all-member email list by addressing a message directly to the list at members _at_ hthc.ca.
List Purpose
The all-member list was created to allow members to discuss the coalition’s work, and to update members on resources and events aligning with that work. That generally means anything that improves access to gender-affirming primary care, and anything that might improve health outcomes for trans, gender-diverse, and non-binary people.
Each message sent to the list is the responsibility of the sender, and HTHC does not necessarily endorse any message. Members are expected to use their own judgment with respect to the quality and suitability of information they receive through this list.
Updating other members on resources aligning with the work of the coalition might include:
- recommending a service in response to another member’s question,
- announcing when new programs that address a service gap for trans folk are being offered,
- sending updates on waitlist times and open service spaces for gender-affirming care, and
- answering questions about costs, eligibility, and referral processes.
At times the line between sharing these updates and soliciting for new business may be unclear, and soliciting is not considered an appropriate use of the list. Reach out if you have questions about this distinction.
HTHC encourages free and informal discussion on the all-members list that is professional, respectful, and in service of purposes set out here. We reserve the right to limit access where, in HTHC’s opinion, there is a pattern of use that is contrary to the goals we’ve set for the all-members mailing list.
Sending Messages
- Once you are subscribed to the list, any message you send to members _at_ hthc.ca will be sent to every other member of the list.
- Allow other members to speak for themselves.
- Direct short messages of acknowledgement, like “Thanks!” and “This is great news!”, directly to the poster’s address and not to the entire list.
- Attachments like posters and PDFs should be included as a link, when possible. There is a size limit on messages the list will accept.
- Do not add the mailing list address to other email distribution lists. (Free to share information on how to join other mailing lists that may be of interest to coalition members.)
This mailing list is dedicated to the health of trans, gender-diverse, and non-binary people and their access to the healthcare systems. If you’re unsure about sending a message to the list, you can always check in at info@hthc.ca or with a member of staff prior to sending.
Joining and Leaving
Email info@hthc.ca to express your interest in joining the coalition to be added to the all-members email list.
Each message to the list includes instructions in a footer explaining how to unsubscribe. You can also email us directly to request any changes to your subscription.
Announcements Only
You can receive announcements about gender-affirming care in Hamilton by subscribing to the low-traffic announcements mailing list instead of the all-members mailing list. Email info@hthc.ca to request this change.