2SLGBTQAI+ Services and Events
Queer Friends and Feathers: Coastal Birds!
Join Birds Canada biologist Remi Torrenta (he/him) for a short and sweet tour of some coastal waterbirds that frequent local shorelines! Thousands of waterfowl migrate here in the winter to take refuge in the warm and nutrient-rich waters. They are a lot of fun to watch and great birds to start identifying for beginners. Join us outside with other queer folks that want to spend time in nature.
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The Pride Collective
The organization aims to support individuals who identify as 2SLGBTQAI+ and their allies by providing information, recommendations, and support.
Services Provided
Location: Resource Groups Centre, The Nest, UBC Email: prideubc@gmail.com Phone: 6048224638 |
VPD - Love Who You Want
"Love Who You Want, Play What You Want" is a community and police sports project promoting the inclusion and acceptance of 2SLGBTQAI+ youth and adults who love who they want, and play or attend the sport they want, without fear.
Sport has the power to bring people together, offer role models, and provide positive opportunities for personal development. Email: vpd@vpd.ca Phone Number: 604-717-3321 Location: 2120 Cambie St., Vancouver |
ARC Foundation
The ARC Foundation develops ground-breaking partnership methods and co-finances them with the goal of lessening 2SLGBTQAI+ prejudice in educational settings. Their vision is that every student deserves to feel secure and can recognize themselves in the world.
SOGI 1 2 3 Programs:
Email: info@arcfoundation.ca Phone Number: 778-819-2135 Location: 312 Main St., Vancouver |
Trans Lifeline
Trans Lifeline is a national trans-led group that aims to enhance the quality of trans lives by:
Email: contact@translifeline.org Phone Number: 1-877-330-6366 |
Rainbow Refugee Society
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and HIV+ Asylum Seekers, Refugee Claimants, and Refugees in Canada: Support and Advocacy.
Email: info@rainbowrefugee.ca *Note: It may take 1-2 weeks to receive an email response* Location: #322 - 1033 Davie Street, Vancouver Phone: 18002249376 |
Three Bridges - Prism Services
Prism offers training and workshops on inclusion, diversity, and health and wellbeing for the 2SLGBTQAI+ community. These sessions are available to students, healthcare professionals, social service providers, and service recipients.
Email: prism@vch.ca Phone Number: 604-331-8906 Location: 1128 Hornby St., Vancouver |
Vancouver Pride Parade & Festival
Vancouver Pride Parade & Festival
When: Annual event Where: Vancouver’s West End starting on Robson Street, left on Denman Street, and another left on Beach Avenue. The Parade ends beside the Sunset Beach festival site. Bring your most colourful costume and get ready for a weekend of parties, parades and gay pride. The Vancouver Pride Parade & Festival draws more than half a million participants and spectators, and it includes street parties, food vendors, movies, family-friendly events and one of the largest gay pride parades in North America. |
The Really Gay History Tour |
The Really Gay History Tour is a walking tour that celebrates Vancouver's queer community and the individuals that fought for change. The tour includes a history of the gay village, stories of brave 2SLGBTQAI+ advocates, and much more!
Dates: Sundays, 10:00 am Location: Meet at Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard St., Vancouver Cost: $32 adults, $29 youth and seniors Details: The walk is approximately 2-2.5 hours |
Free Counselling 2SLGBTQAI+
QMUNITY has a counselling program that is professional and a volunteer-based service providing low-cost short-term counselling.
To book your first counselling session, email counselling@qmunity.ca or submit an online application. |
2SLGBTQAI+-Friendly Weight Room
When: Sunday mornings
Time: 8am - 10am Where: Britannia Community Centre Cost: $6.40 drop-in [Leisure Access Card subsidy applies at 50% off drop-in fee]
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Bifocus
Bifocus is a peer-led social and support group for bisexual, bi-questioning, and pansexual individuals and allies to explore and share their experiences. It is run by volunteers of QMUNITY.
Email bifocus@qmunity.ca if you'd like more information. Or call (604) 684-5307. |
Women, Trans, and Queer-Identifying Night - Our Community Bikes
Twice a month Community Bikes opens their doors after hours to women, trans and queer-identifying people to use the shop and have specific opportunity to further their mechanic skills. WTQ nights are staffed by women and gender-variant mechanics. WTQ night hopes to make this knowledge more diffuse amongst marginalized communities through peer based education.
Phone: (604) 879-2453 Email: telly@ourcommunitybikes.org |
Free Bicycle Shop Time for Women, Gender Queer & Trans
Where: Kickstand, 1739 Venables Street
When: Biweekly: the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month Times: 6:30-8:30pm Cost: Free
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Yoga with HiM

HIM (Health Initiative for Men) has teamed up with some very talented yoga instructors to offer sessions on Friday nights.
When: Weekly on Fridays
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie Street
Cost: By donation
The class starts at 7 sharp and there is no late entry.
Just drop in any Friday at 7pm or call for more information 604.488.1001
When: Weekly on Fridays
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie Street
Cost: By donation
- The group aims to increase flexibility, circulation, and overall health and well-being.
- The group is easy-going, without attitude and open to men of all levels.
- Scotia Dance Centre has a lounge available for attendees who arrive early.
- At the front desk, attendees will be asked to sign in to the building, and information about the studio location and how to find it will be provided.
- Participants should bring their own yoga mat, towel, and lots of energy.
- Sessions are free, but donations are accepted to keep the services sustainable.
- The suggested donation range is $5-$10.
The class starts at 7 sharp and there is no late entry.
Just drop in any Friday at 7pm or call for more information 604.488.1001
Queer Reading and Crafts Book Club
Join the queer reading circle and bring your personal craft project of choice to work on while discussing monthly themes, what we have read, and what we are looking forward to reading. Craft ideas include hand sewing, embroidery, colouring, and knitting.
The intention of this group is to build friendships and community centered around queerness, books, and crafts. Each month features a different theme and related literary works. Dates and Time: Sundays, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Location: Mount Pleasant Library, 1 Kingsway, Vancouver *Free registration is required.* |