Community resources
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AIDS Vancouver Island (AVI)
AIDS Vancouver Island serves the needs of people infected and affected by HIV and hepatitis C. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and reduce stigma. Continue reading -
Anti.Violence.Project
Anti.Violence.Project
The Anti.Violence.Project (AVP) is committed to addressing and ending gender-based violence on campus and beyond. We strive to provide anti-oppressive and sex-positive services, advocacy and action on-campus and off to people of all genders, in partnership and collaboration, in order to address and resist gender-based and all forms of violence. Continue reading -
antidote: Multiracial and Indigenous Girls and Women’s Network
Established in 2002, antidote is an award-winning grassroots network and community-based organization of over 180 multiracial girls and women in Victoria, British Columbia. Our members represent diverse voices, ages, ethno-cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds and affiliations in the community. We work with youth, multiracial families, schools, community groups, service providers, policy makers and researchers to promote the visibility and needs of racialized minority and Indigenous girls and women. Continue reading -
Camosun Pride
The Pride Centre is dedicated to providing and creating a safe and supportive environment for members of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered, Two-Spirited and Queer (GLBT2Q) community and their Allies on campus. The Pride Centre offers individuals an opportunity to take an active role in creating a healthy, involved, and fun community on campus. Continue reading -
EGALE Canada
EGALE: With members in each and every province and territory, Egale Canada is the country’s leading advocacy and information group for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people and their families. Since 1986, Egale has worked to advance equality and justice in Canada through political action, lobbying and intervening in legal cases while increasing public education and awareness. The BC/Yukon region has two members on the board of directors. For more information, visit www.egale.ca. Continue reading -
Homospun
Celebrating queer communities in victoria
Homospun is a volunteer-run group that puts on dances and inclusive events in Victoria, Coast Salish Territory for the GLBTQTSGQQ communities, as well as our friends, allies, and anyone interested in creating alternative spaces to meet, create, dance, relax, and make friends. Continue reading -
Island Lesbian Social (30+)
Connect with great lesbians on Vancouver Island! New to Victoria or just want to make new friends? Always wanting to do that 'thing' but don't want to do it alone?
Island Lesbian Social Meetup is all inclusive and was created so that gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and queer womyn can come together in a safe, supportive and fun environment. Continue reading


