LGBTQ+ Resources
Below are resources and information for those who identify as LGBTQ+.
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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
LEGIT Immigration Supports for Same-Sex Partners
LEGIT, the Lesbian and Gay Immigration Taskforce, was founded in December 1991 in Vancouver, Canada. LEGIT is an organization of volunteers helping same-sex couples who wish to live together in Canada. Many of the volunteers are couples who have been successful in...
Free QTBIPOC Dance Class
Booty Freedom is a QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, People of Color) centred space. This dance class event is open to anyone who self-identifies as QTBIPOC. The event is free and pre-registration is required. The event is taking place on September 23 from...
Victoria Persons With HIV/AIDS Society
VPWAS is an organization which offers advocacy services, peer support, a positive living program (variety of events and activities), community referrals, treatment information, computer access, and a movie library. This community is for individuals living with AIDS...
Victoria Lesbian Seniors Care Society
The purpose of the Victoria Lesbian Seniors Care Society is to support lesbian health and social needs as we age by ensuring safe, accessible, and welcoming spaces for social interactions to build a sense of community through public education and social action. This...
2SLGBTQ+ Youth Pride Kick-Off
The Victoria Pride Society Youth Council invites all youth (15-21) to the Pride Week Kick-Off. Celebrate the beginning of this year's 2SLGBTQ+ Pride Week with dancing, local performers, photo booths, art, music, and food! We encourage all to dress queer formal....