Support, community, and resources for 2SLGBTQ+ people in Kelowna
Free, confidential support for LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-24. Includes counselling, peer support groups, health services, and a safe, affirming space.
Affirming assessment and counselling for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth with substance use concerns. Free.
A welcoming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks age 50 and up. Monthly Pride Breakfast gatherings where you can connect with community and talk about housing, healthcare, and advocacy.
Free crisis support for women experiencing violence anywhere in BC. They help with safety planning, legal next steps, and finding temporary places to stay. Also has specific help for LGBTQ2S+...
Canada's leading 2SLGBTQI organization focused on research, education, and human rights. Resources include school safety toolkits, workplace inclusion guides, and policy recommendations....
Weekly drop-in for youth ages 11-18 who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ and their allies. Hang out with supportive peers, join activities, and attend special events in a safe space.
Health services for gay, bi, queer men and gender diverse people. Free HIV/STI testing, PrEP access, and free HIV self-test kits mailed to you. They can also connect you with local outreach nurses.
The largest 2SLGBTQIA+ organization in the BC Interior. They offer support groups, community events, social spaces, education, and host the annual Pride Month celebrations. Phone number could not...
Social events and peer support for lesbian, bisexual, and questioning women ages 16+ in the Thompson Okanagan.
Free support groups for LGBTQ+ youth and their families. You'll find peer support, resources, and community connections — with meetings for both youth and parents.
Provincial peer support for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth across BC. Talk to trained queer and trans volunteers by phone (1-855-956-1777) or text (250-800-9036). Open Sat-Wed, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM.
Resource centre for the LGBTQ2S+ community in BC. Offers printed resources, education, advocacy, and help finding the right support.
Weekly online social connection and one-on-one support for 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors aged 55 and up. A simple way to stay connected from home.
Free binders, bras, breast forms, packers, and trans tape for trans and gender-diverse youth ages 14-25 anywhere in BC. Shipped to you at no cost. Apply by email: gsw@qmunity.ca. Toll-free:...
BC's first free legal clinic for 2SLGBTQIA+ people. Get help with employment law, family law, tenancy disputes, human rights complaints, name and gender marker changes, and immigration. Virtual...
Free mental health support for 2SLGBTQIA+ and/or IBPOC youth ages 12-24. Includes one-on-one counselling, group programs, gender-affirming wear, and workshops.
Provincial PHSA program that helps trans, Two-Spirit, and non-binary people in BC find healthcare, including gender-affirming providers, hormone therapy, and surgical referrals. Not a crisis...
Crisis hotline run by and for trans people. Emotional and financial support from trans volunteers who understand what you are going through. Available Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM Pacific. For...
Free peer-led support for trans, gender diverse, and Two-Spirit people ages 12 and up. Online Zoom meetings Tuesdays 6-7:30 PM and third Thursdays 5:30-8 PM, plus monthly in-person socials.
Kelowna-based registered charity amplifying 2SLGBTQIA+ voices through advocacy, education, and community events. Programs include the Kelowna 50+ Pride Network for older adults, Rainbow Men coffee...
Affirming outreach, harm reduction education, and counselling for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. Free.
Affirming parents and allies who show up at Pride events and community gatherings as supportive parental figures for LGBTQ+ people of all ages. If you need a free hug and some love, they're there...
BC-specific legal information for Two-Spirit, trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse people. Covers name changes, gender marker updates, ID documents, healthcare rights, and human rights protections.
Search tool for finding 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming counsellors and psychologists who do virtual sessions across BC.
Text-based crisis support for BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+, disabled, and other multiply marginalized people. Chat at thrivelifeline.org — very limited hours: Wednesday 10:30 PM - Thursday 4:30 AM PT only. For...
A registered non-profit run by and for parents and caregivers of trans, gender diverse, and Two-Spirit people in the Okanagan. Monthly facilitated support meetings, family events, and guest speakers.
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