Help Two Queers Stay in Canada - A Fundraiser at Glad Day

My name is Monika, and I’ve had the privilege of knowing two incredible individuals, L and R, for over two years. They we're originally my house cleaners, turned friends! They have been residing in Canada without official documentation for eight years after leaving Brazil.
After discovering their hope to apply for humanitarian and compassionate consideration in Canada, I felt compelled to assist them in their journey.

Due to the sensitive nature of their situation, L and R have chosen to remain anonymous but have authorized me to initiate this fundraising campaign on their behalf.

They are currently faced with legal fees amounting to $5,000 plus taxes. Additional government fees are estimated to be around $3,000. At this time, we are seeking to raise funds specifically for the legal expenses, as L and R are optimistic about managing the government fees themselves. I will post the first page of the documentation (see below) pertaining to our legal representation, with sensitive areas redacted for confidentiality reasons.

Each event will feature $2,000 worth of prizes generously donated by:
Glad Day Bookshop - has allowed us to use the venue at no cost to host this event and we would like to thank them. This event would not be possible without them!
Purpose Growth and Marketing - $500 worth of time to put towards: Learning Google Ads, Meta Ads, Growth or Website Development. Purpose Growth has over 15 years scaling big and small businesses
Messy Productions - ($75 Value) 4 tickets to Drag Bingo Brunch at Sneaky Dee's
Up Dance Party - 4 Tickets ($75 Value) - to your choice of Up Dance Party event. Excluding special events.
Scott's Dog Walking Services - 2 Hours of Dog walks ($120 Value)
Gig Pass - 6 Months Free on Gig Pass ($350 Value) - Gig Pass is a subscription based platform where you get free tickets to hundreds of free events in Toronto!
Les Studio - ($50 Gift Card) to use toward product or haircut.
Lula Lounge - 2 VIP Tickets to Fridays at Lula ($60 Value)
ClubM4 - 2 Tickets to a upcoming play night at ClubM4 ($100 Value)
Got2B - Hair products ($30 Value)
Aesop - Hair and body care products- ($65 Value)
Love Shop - $300 worth of adult toys!
Junction Craft - $25 gift card to the Taproom
Lazy Daisy - $25 gift card and bag of Demelo Coffee
Storm Crow Manor - $50 Gift Card and $200 worth of merch and prizes
The prize packs are currently the same for both the January and Febuary draws. I estimate that the Febuary draw value will be closer to $3,000 as I'm still waiting on confirmation from some sponsors / donors.

As I get more sponsors I will add them here! For every person who donates they will also be entered into the draw for the prize packs. For each $5 donated you will get one entry into the draws! We are limited to selling only 100 tickets on Eventbrite so I have made a go fund me for any additional payments / entries. Every $5 donation from Go fund me will also be entered into both draws. https://gofund.me/68ee6f2d

Winner must be located in Toronto and the name will be drawn at Glad Day Bookshop on January 27th and February 24th 2025. You DO NOT have to be in attendance to win! Winner will be contated via email on GoFundMe if the winner is from the GoFundMe donors.
* If we plan annother event for March, all entries will be vaild for that event as well!*

Thank you for any contribution you can make. Your support could truly transform the lives of L and R.

With gratitude, Monika

(FOR MORE INFO SEE TICKET LINK PROVIDED)