Equity & Diversity Resources
Below are information and resources for members of marginalized communities, including BIPOC individuals, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.
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South Island Gender Variant Drop In Group
Prism Wellness hosts monthly drop-in programs that provide a safe community for activities and discussion surrounding gender diversity. Meetings occur on the last Thursday of every month. Contact: prismwellness@avi.org Website:...
Beyond Borders and Binaries Group
Mosaic hosts the online Beyond Borders and Binaries Group on the third Monday of every month for any trans and non-binary refugees and newcomers. Website: https://mosaicbc.org/our-programs/services-for-newcomer-lqbtq-refugees/
Victoria Pink Pages
The Victoria Pink Pages serves as a platform for LGBTQ2SIA+ communities to connect with organizations that openly prioritize safety and inclusivity. It facilitates both the discovery of safe spaces to obtain services or products while also encouraging support for...
Onmyplanet.ca
Onmyplanet.ca is a safe online space that aims to celebrate LGBTQ2SIA+ communities through sharing stories, providing resources, and workshops. Contact: lulu@onmyplanet.ca Website: https://onmyplanet.ca
Eight Indigenous Veterans From Kitigan Zibi
November 8 marks the annual National Indigenous Veterans Day in Canada, a day to recognize First Nations, Métis, and Inuit contributions to military service. Read the article below to meet eight veterans from Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, Quebec, who served in Canadian...
Indigenous soldiers and the Battle of Hong Kong
The following article talks about the difficult task of identifying Indigenous soldiers who fought in the Battle of Hong Kong. During that battle, records did not identify soldiers as Métis. Many years later, Pamela Poitras Heinrichs, a member of the Hong Kong...
Indigenous Veterans Day Article by Oscar Baker III
An article by Oscar Baker III, who is a reporter from Elsipogtog First Nation, highlights the unique contributions and bravery of Indigenous Veterans from across Canada. Website:...
Stories of Indigenous Soldiers
In Canada, November 8 is designated as Indigenous Veterans Day, a day of commemoration to honor the invaluable contributions of Indigenous individuals to military service, particularly during the First World War, Second World War, and the Korean War. The Canadian...
Royal BC Museum National Indigenous Veterans Day Resources
The Royal BC Museum has put together a number of resources dedicated to National Indigenous Veterans Day. National Indigenous Veterans Day takes place annually on November 8. It is an important day to recognize Indigenous contributions to military service,...