Who am I?

My name is Kristy Williams, also known as Wandering Pixie. I’m a Disabled non-binary trans man and drag performer living in Vancouver, British Columbia. I’m also a gamer, artist/crafter and pet parent to a senior cat called Loki Odinsson. Recently, I served as Mx. Gay Vancouver 10 for the Rhinestone Phoenix Charity Foundation, and continue to help out in the community when I can.

What’s happening?

One of my several disabilities is chronic pain. Specifically, lumbar spondylosis, sciatica and osteoarthritis. These conditions were exacerbated due to an unfortunate accident some years back.

In my teens, the Puberty Fairies thought it amusing to bless me with a benevolence of boobage. Ones that eventually got up to a H to J cup size in adulthood. That, plus the aforementioned chronic pain conditions = neck, shoulder and back being very unhappy over the years.

I also figured out over the years that I’m actually a non-binary trans man, not a woman. Yet whilst some element of gender affirmation is part of the equation, it stands as a bonus.

Testosterone has performed a small portion of fat redistribution magic, but when I still get my back cracking and snapping when I plonk my chest onto my desk or a small table…yeah, you get the idea.

Good news: After almost 3 years of waiting, I finally got my top surgery date!

Friday 15th January 2027 - the teats are finally yeeted!

The not-so-good news: In addition to being out of pocket for elements of the surgery, I’m on the hook for necessary post-surgical care supplies, such as top surgery recovery kits (including pain and nausea medication, wound dressing and scar care supplies, personal care and home items such as grabbers, sealed sippy cups and other modified items for around the house. I won’t be able to raise my arms for at least a few weeks post-surgery, so my movement ability will be limited.

To paraphrase Journey: the list goes on and on and on and on!

Why would I need to fundraise for surgery?

Whilst the base operation is largely covered by MSP / BC Medical, my particular circumstances dictate extras that are considered “cosmetic”. Namely, I’ll be getting a Double Incision mastectomy with extensions and some liposuction to prevent “dog ears”. Whilst the main mastectomy itself is covered, the liposuction falls under a category known as “chest contouring”.

From the TransCareBC website :

“MSP will pay for the cost of the chest reduction and construction surgery. If a surgeon decides to use liposuction to contour your chest during your procedure, this would be included in the chest reduction and construction fee and covered by MSP. If liposuction is done for any reason other than contouring (for example, to remove tissue in the underarm area), this will not be covered by MSP.”

Quite frankly, it’s madness, as breast tissue extends to the armpit area and leaving it there is akin to cutting the end off a chicken breast and leaving it behind. Then again, government medical isn’t known for strict adherence to anatomical logic.

The ultimate aim of the top surgery is to (hopefully) alleviate some of the aforementioned chronic pain issues, which will help improve my overall quality of life.

I’m on Disability, ergo very limited income. My drag performances over the last couple of years do bring in a few bucks here and there, but it’s not exactly a reliable source of coin. Ergo, I’m open to help if anyone wishes to offer. We are all impacted from the cost of everyday needs escalating, so any and all donations will be gratefully accepted - as long as you’re of means to do so comfortably.

Note/mild caveat: I have until the end of December 2026 to pay the surgery fees in full. Otherwise, I will lose my surgery date and have to start the process over again.

I’m also producing and co-hosting a top surgery fundraising show called “Tic-Tac-Tit ” at The Junction on Davie on Sunday 22nd November 2026. Doors at 7pm, show at 8pm and suggested donation on the door is $15. I’m getting together an awesome cast of trans and non-binary performers to participate in the show. If you’re in the Lower Mainland of BC and you can make it to the show, please come along. The more, the merrier!

If you have any questions, please ask! I am always happy to educate to the best of my ability and experience.