Peer support directory

Come meet parents, caregivers, and close adult family members of trans, non-binary, and Two-Spirit children and youth. Our group centres a gender-affirming approach to support caregivers, wherever they are at, as they navigate staying in connection with their trans child. This group is facilitated by trans adults who are experienced working with trans children, youth, and parents and caregivers.

A monthly drop-in space covering different topics and activities for the diverse array of trans, non-binary, genderqueer, Two Spirit, and otherwise gender variant individuals in the Southern Vancouver Island area. Meetings currently run virtually and in-person, alternating between two in-person months, then two online, etc.

Gen Q invites young people ages 12 - 18 who identify as LGBTQ2SIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual/Aromantic/Agender, or another gender or sexual orientation minority) to meet every Thursday night at 6:30p.m. for a variety of activities (games, movie nights, crafts, discussions, guest speakers and more!) and conversations in a supportive, inclusive environment.

By providing a safe and welcoming environment where gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning people can come to meet, talk, get to know each other, ask questions and understand themselves better, we hope to support as many LGBTQ2SIA+ youth in our community in as many diverse ways we can. Coming out is an on-going, ever evolving, never ending narrative... Let us support you in continuing to write your story!

A safe space for 2SLGBTQI+ youth and allies to hangout, meet others, and engage in fun activities! Activities include games, crafts, and discussions around gender, identity, and acceptance.

Free, Peer-led Support Group for Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, and Two-Spirit People of All ages & Their Families who wish to network with and support each other.

I Belong is a program welcoming all LGBTIA2+ refugees and newcomers. This program provides community support, one-on-one help, referrals for settlement needs, and counselling.

Free, online social group with conversation and friendship for people in the Transgender Community. 

A crafts club for 2SLBGTQIA+ youth and allies ages 10 - 12.

Latidos Latines is a social group for Spanish-speaking Latinx LGBTQIA+ folks who want to connect with others in that language, in celebration and reflection of cultural heritage as influential on identities, and in sharing information and resources for the community locally. The group meets twice monthly (online and in-person), creating a safer space for the queer Latinx community social connection in BC. As well as celebrating Holidays with good food and music, and focus on building community space by and for Latinx LGBTQIA+ people. The group welcomes Portuguese-speaking Latines, though the facilitators do not speak the language. Portuguese-speaking volunteer facilitators are welcome, too!

We are neurodivergent folks who created a unique welcoming space for those looking for something a little different. We offer mentoring and support in life skills and creative arts for all ages, with a focus on being flexible and chill and doing things at your own pace, in your own way.

Connecting through Creative Arts
We dabble in music, art, drumming, sewing, fiber arts, cooking, woodworking, and gardening. We believe in tea breaks and time to daydream in the hammock - it's all part of the creative process.

Services include drop-in groups and private sessions for individuals and small groups, with support workers and clients welcome.

A group to support and connect trans peers in the Okanagan area, through online zoom peer support meetings and monthly in-person social events.

This is a safe space for LGBTQ2S+ youth and allies! This program is intended for those wanting to connect with peers, engage in a variety of activities, while in an accepted inclusive space.