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Under the Umbrella youth group is for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies ages 12 - 18.

Trans Connect is a peer support and resource program for the trans, non-binary, Two Spirit, intersex, and questioning communities in the East and West Kootenays. We run peer support groups for youth and adults, present Trans 101 workshoops for the community, and support people in navigating medical systems and community resources.

Rainbow Connections is a facilitated drop-in group offering a safe space and support for 2SLGBTQI+ youth and allies, aged 13 - 24, to connect and make connections with their peers.

Founded in 2008, Sher Vancouver is western Canada's only South Asian Queer Charity and Non-Profit. Sher Vancouver provides services and programming aimed towards, but not limited to, South Asian Queer individuals, allies, and families. Sher Vancouver's services include: peer support groups, free/low counselling, outreach events in community, referrals to partner organizations, and much more. Sher Vancouver hosts various booths at pride events, talks and discussions at local schools, and provides remote support to the community through the valued and responsive team all over Metro Vancouver.

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

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

Chronically Queer (CQ) is for 2SLBGTQIA+ people who are neurodivergent, mad, crip, chronically ill, and/or disabled. CQ recognizes that disability is an umbrella term that includes, but is not limited to: physical, sensory, senses, respiratory, cognitive, mental health, learning, temporary, episodic, invisible/non-evident, self-diagnosed, and more.CQ is a peer-facilitated support group. We aim to create a supportive and welcoming environment where participants can be themselves fully and openly without fear of judgement. We provide participants an opportunity to engage in an encouraging and caring environment, share personal stories/feelings, listen as others share their experiences, and learn coping strategies.

This is an online peer support group for Trans and Queer parents navigating mental health challenges in their postpartum period. Group support is available to anyone with a baby 18 months and younger. Phone support is available to anyone with children under three.

We are a coalition of like-minded individuals committed to fostering community engagement. Our group offers a range of localized resources, interactive chat rooms, face-to-face networking opportunities, social gatherings, promotion for local enterprises, and active participation in social causes and intiatives.

The health educator can provide: one-on-one support, sexual health education, emotional support, STI information and resources, healthcare navigation, harm-reduction and safe sex supplies, information on Blood-borne and sexually-transmitted infections, and more!If you or a loved one is: coming out, transitioning, questioning your sexual orientation or gender identity, need moral and emotional support, need help finding health and community resources, or have any other sexuality, gender, or sexual-health related questions, then consider accessing these services.Also available: the Sexual Health hotline! For confidential information or assistance Monday to Friday 8:30a.m. — 4:30p.m. call or text 250-377-5609.

Peer/caregiver support group.

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 ArtsWe 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.