Peer support directory

Peer support for trans adults accessing lower gender affirming surgery.

We provide peer to peer support in the qathet Regional District for gender diverse and trans people, and their allies. Our values are safety, clear and current communication, and support that includes trauma informed practices.

Our lines of communication are open to hear from you about what our program can bring to qathet.

Free, weekly after-school trans support drop-in group for gender diverse youth ages 12 - 18. Group is provider-led, and supervised by psych students or social workers.

This is a virtual peer support group run weekly for trans, non-binary, and two spirit sex workers on Zoom in the local area. People with current or former experience are welcome. Participants can access general community drop-in services for meals and other assistance as well. We also hold occasional community gathering events.

A peer support gathering for trans, non-binary, gender non-conforming, or otherwise gender-diverse folks exploring eating disorder recovery.

This space is facilitated by trans and nonbinary people who have experienced eating disorders. Anyone who is part of this community and wants to explore their relationship with food or disordered eating is welcome.
 

Transcend is a weekly Nanaimo-based peer support group for 2-spirit, trans, gender diverse and questioning youth aged 12-17 in Nanaimo and the surrounding area. The group is a safe and supportive environment for members to explore their identities, share experiences, and build connections.

A drop-in for all variations of trans-identified and gender-varient folks with the opportunity to connect, share, discuss, and learn in a safe and supportive environment. Please note this group is intended for participants who are 18+, residing in B.C., and trans, gender varient, two-spirit, gender exploring, etc.

Transgathering: Medical is a safer space for gender diverse and gender exploring folk to discuss medical transition. Discussion can revolve around surgery, hormones, hair removal, natural alternatives to medical transition, etc. Folks at all stages of their medical transition journey are welcome - whether they are yet to start, or hoping to share wisdom, resources, and experiences. 

Note: Transgathering: Medical is facilitated by peers. Medical professionals/doctors are not involved in regular meetings and the group cannot provide medical advice.

The group is open to folks who are 18+, living in B.C. currently, and trans, gender-diverse, two-spirit, gender exploring, etc.

TransParent is a non-profit society developed by and for parents and caregivers of trans, gender diverse, and two-spirit people in the Okanagan. We host monthly facilitated in-person support meetings for parents, as well as family social events, guest speakers and educational opportunities. We also moderate and maintain a closed online support group and act as advocates on behalf of families. We provide educational workshops and speak to classes, organizations, and media. We maintain a lending library of books, videos, and other resources to support families.

Free, facilitated information-sharing, discussion/support group for parents, guardians, and caregivers of trans+ and gender-exploring youth ages 13 - 24ish.

Free, facilitated information-sharing, discussion/support group for trans+ and gender-exploring youth ages 13 - 24ish.

UNYA's 2-Spirit Collective provides support, resources, and programming for Indigenous youth, ages 15 - 30, who identify as 2-Spirit or LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, gender non-conforming along with many other identities), and for those who are questioning their sexual or gender identities.