Queer Resources

  • DAISSI: Diverse and Inclusive Salt Spring Island

  • Trans Lifeline (Canada): Peer-run crisis and support hotline for transgender people. Canada number: 1-877-330-6366, available Monday–Friday 10 AM–6 PM (Pacific)

  • What's On Queer BC – Trans & Gender Diverse Resources: A rich directory of services in Vancouver/Lower Mainland, including legal support (JusticeTrans), Trans ID Clinic (QMUNITY), wellness (CWHWC), Indigenous Two-Spirit supports, newcomer resources, and local queer-inclusive events

  • Transgender Archives at University of Victoria: The world’s largest archive of trans, non-binary, and Two-Spirit materials; accessible for research and personal exploration

  • Egale Canada: National human rights organization championing 2SLGBTQI equality; publishes research on healthcare access, aging, dementia, employment, and more .

  • National Resource Centre on 2SLGBTQI Aging: A Canada-wide hub of information, research, and practical resources focused on aging issues for 2SLGBTQI older adults 2slgbtqi-aging.ca.

  • Canada.ca – Gender-Affirming Care Resources: National and provincial links for accessing gender-affirming care across Canada; includes BC-specific info like Trans Care BC and the Primary Care Toolkit

  • TransCare BC: A provincial program that offers information, care, and support for trans and gender-diverse folks, including resources for healthcare providers

  • Vancouver Island Transgender Support: A Facebook group and resource hub for trans and gender-diverse individuals on Vancouver Island

  • Victoria Pride Society: This organization hosts the annual Victoria Pride Festival and offers various programs and events throughout the year

  • Island Sexual Health Society: Offers a range of sexual health services and resources, including support for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals

  • Queer BC Magazine: for the  LGBTQ2S+ Community in BC. Events, news, stories, resources, poster wall, and the Rainbow Store

  • Dignity Seniors Society (BC): Focuses on systemic change and culturally appropriate services for 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors in BC, covering housing, health, community-building, and end-of-life planning

  • QMUNITY – Generations Program: QMUNITY’s older adult programming, including workshops, social and support groups tailored to older queer and trans individuals across BC

  • LGBTQ2S+ Seniors Community Response Network (Metro Vancouver): Community support network spotlighting needs of LGBTQ2S+ seniors, especially around isolation and care options

  • BC Care Providers Association – Aging with Pride: Resources and background aimed at making senior living and care facilities more inclusive to 2SLGBTQI+ individuals; includes Route65.ca search tool for inclusive operators

  • Vancouver Island Queer Resource Collective: A collective of queer folks with resources for queer folks on and around Vancouver Island

  • Vancouver Island People Living with HIV/AIDS (VPWAS): Provides support, education, and advocacy for people living with HIV/AIDS and offers a supportive community for LGBTQ+ individuals

  • PFLAG Canada: PFLAG is a support and advocacy organization for parents, families, and friends of LGBTQ+ individuals. The Victoria chapter provides support and educational resources